Work in the Netherlands
Work in the Netherlands
by trinchetto
This article was written by Global Graduates, published on 15th June 2011 and has been read 5439 times.
Average Costs
50 m² flat: €600 - 700 per month
Loaf of bread: €1.20
Cinema: €8.50
Meal in a local restaurant: €15
Where are the jobs?
Finance
Tourism
Chemicals
Technology
Major Dutch companies
KPMG International - banking/finance
Unilever - personal care
Makro - retail
Kruidvat - pharmaceuticals
Heineken NV - beverages
Tips and advice
- You could try international companies first, by networking with employees at home. Alternatively, send out a speculative CV or email to HR.
- Temping is becoming increasingly more common in the Netherlands, with many large recruiters looking to temporary staff for more permanent roles.
- Although English is widely spoken, you should still try and practice your Dutch skills before applying, as employers look favourably upon candidates who show willing.
Dutch job sites
Monsterboard
Expatica
Undutchables
Manpower
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