Are you planning to work in the Netherlands after graduation? Or are you already looking for a job? We have some tips and tricks for you that can help you find a job as a graduate.
Study related internship
Do you have a mandatory internship during your studies? Or time for one next to your studies? It is a great way to get into your field and to gain some first experience. Often, you can even get an internship without having work experience at all. And who knows, maybe you will get a job offer once you finish your internship. It is quite common for companies to do so if they see you perform well.
Job Alerts
Are you in your search year (orientation year) VISA? You can find several job platforms online, many of them free of charge. Set as many job alerts as possible for graduate or entry level jobs in the Netherlands that match your expectations. Additionally, see if their is an option to get notifications for English speaking jobs and jobs in the locations of your choice only. We also offer some part-time and full-time jobs on our vacancy page.
LinkedIn can be useful to find job offers after graduating in the Netherlands. You can not only make use of the job section where job offers are posted, but also put your profile on #opentowork. That way you spread the word in your network that you are looking for a job. Furthermore, you can join groups on LinkedIn related to the field you studied in and might find job offers that get posted there.
Follow up on applications
There are several scenarios where it might be a good idea to follow up on your application. First, if the job offer indicated an application deadline and you have not heard anything back after one to two weeks. Second, in case you are applying for a job without a closing window reach out after giving them some time to go through your application.
