The Truth About Job Hunting in the Netherlands - Things You Should Know (Making it in Holland)

[@MakingitinHolland]

What are your specific job-hunting related questions? Ask away 👇👇👇

[@somehuman1901]

So I am a English speaking, dutch practicing american. I have a bachelors in Mass communications (though that isn't too important since it doesn't help with job searching) I only have a few years of experience working fast food and 2 in office work. In short what type of work should I be striving to apply for? I have been trying service work like grocery, food, cleaning etc. But no real responses from that.

[@MakingitinHolland]

Can you explain a bit more what Mass Communications entail? I might be able to help out more. :)

[@somehuman1901]

This link can definitely explain it better than I can. But, typically my experience at least in the US you need job experience in this field to get hired in it. A very chicken and the egg situation. So that's why I didn't specify what it was. More so I just wanted to mention that I had a bachelors in general vs just a highschool education. www.masscomm.txstate.edu/degrees-programs/general-mass-comm.html#:~:text=A%20degree%20in%20Mass%20Communication,works%20and%20affects%20our%20society.

[@nikhilreddy07]

Moving in to the university as a business student. What does the future look like when I graduate?

[@csibeez]

Hi! I have a question! Me and my partner are planning to move in April 2022, but many people told is that if you don’t have a job you can not rent a flat but we really want to go out and start hunting. Can you please help us? :) thank you ❤️

[@evangeliamintzai6302]

It is definitely a numbers game. When people tell me they can't find a job they mostly don't apply every day. They tell me that it takes time and my response is that applying for jobs is a full-time job on its own.

[@MakingitinHolland]

Exactly. I have the same experience with some people. They would say they can't find a job and it's frustrating and I ask them how many applications did you send today? They're like I didn't send any. You see... you can't make one application per week or month and expect to immediately find a position for yourself.

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[@buddhiniweerathunga1924]

I applied more than 180 jobs in 4 months and could even reach to an interview level 😒

[@TheSimArchitect]

Thanks for the video! Glad to see your numbers growing. I don't always comment but I always like your videos 😇

[@MakingitinHolland]

Thank you so much! Your support really does mean a lot. I appreciate you! 🌸☺️

[@somehuman1901]

Thanks for taking the time to make a video about this request it's definitely what I needed!

[@MakingitinHolland]

My pleasure! I had fun making it as well. ☺️

[@rajeevpoduval9939]

Thanks for posting this video Gulce. I'd be interested to know more about the last point you made - recruitment agencies and the rights you mentioned. Curious to know more!

[@MakingitinHolland]

Yeah, I’ll definitely dive deeper into this topic in the coming videos :) thank you for the feedback!

[@jasperdiscovers]

heck yes!! The easiest way to get anything from a house to a job to even friends is to MAKE A FRIEND FIRST. Your whole world will open up when a Dutchie takes you under their wings.

[@MakingitinHolland]

Exactly, it’s really about entering these ecosystems and from there things get better.

[@jasperdiscovers]

@@MakingitinHolland heck YES. guys, please listen to this woman :)

[@MakingitinHolland]

😃

[@MultiPappy]

I'll be moving to the Netherlands soon and I'm in dire need of guidance. Do you know someone who can help please?

[@bk24769]

Thanks for the shout-out! I didn't know a volunteering contract was an option. I will definitely need to look into that. 🤔

[@MakingitinHolland]

Hey, my pleasure! Yes, volunteering is a good way to get your foot through the door and 'enter the eco-system'. Especially if for 4-5 months you're in a position to be able to work for free. It'll help you meet people, see how you like the job... have some talks with others to see what the possibilities of you having a long-term career there (or if they can refer you to some place else). In any case, having that 'Dutch experience' in your CV will help you with further job search. 😀

[@bk24769]

@@MakingitinHolland I don't know if I could afford to work for free for that long. 😅 Do you know if we could do some side hustle at the same time? Or does it just depend on the terms of the contract?

[@wwechamp035]

Wow completely agreed with all of statements :)

[@tejera4165]

I really needed an answer for question 5. Thank you.

[@MakingitinHolland]

Let me know if you have any more questions! :)

[@tejera4165]

@@MakingitinHolland I've decided to learn the basics of the Dutch language before going there. Can you point me in the right direction?

[@shaundcunha7580]

Your videos are super helpful. What is the level of Dutch that would be required? B1/B2 and is it something that would be attainable in a year?

[@brsglobalvize]

very enlightening and useful information thank you veryy much :)

[@MakingitinHolland]

I'm glad that it was helpful! 😍

[@andreathegreat7765]

"Uitzendbureau's" or Temp agencies (Randstad, Tempo-Team, etc.) are a big thing in The Netherlands, there are also temp agencies specifically catering to Expats and English Speakers! Good Luck! P.S., you don't mention having a college degree when hunting for a job in The Netherlands? Sorry, I can't agree with your advice to volunteer at an organization, working for no pay.

[@janin4real]

You are the best

[@zachgermano1228]

Hi! I got offered an MBA scholarship from Erasmus and I'm very hesitant at this point since I read a lot from the internet that its very hard for Non-EU/EEA citizens and Non-dutch/native english speakers to get a job there. I understand there is a 12 month visa to look for a job after graduation but I cant find any information regarding if employers easily sponsor work visas or if they hesitate or not want to do it all. Maybe you have some information regarding that? based on your experiece that is.

[@emiyo4635]

IT company normally does not require Dutch but IT is a rare example.

[@MakingitinHolland]

IT field is definitely a bit more of an exception to the rule.

[@sarvamsundaram]

What are the chances of getting msc biotechnology jobs in Eindhoven area? Thanks for great channel

[@helenolaniyi4625]

When you apply to a job. Do they consider their nationals first before they consider international graduates, or does everyone have an equal chance based on their qualifications?

[@tegucigalpa4696]

If you speak Dutch and have a visa, it should not matter what your nationality is.

[@marias.3604]

Hi Gulce! Thank you for another nice video 👍 Could you please make a video on how a CV should look like in the Netherlands? What do Dutch companies like and what is a no go? I live in Germany and here we have very specific CV rules. For instance, the picture is a must and it usually takes a half of the 1st page. The resume should be sleek and clean and not longer than 2 pages. Etc.

[@MakingitinHolland]

Hey Maria, if this is something you'd be interested in learning about, I'll definitely make a video about it. Indeed, each country usually has their own specific rules about CV & job applications. Here it's also maximum 2 pages and they do prefer a clean layout, but I think I'd like to talk about the details so you know more :)

[@marias.3604]

@@MakingitinHolland Great, thank you very much Gulce. I would really appreciate a video with more details on adjusting the CV to Dutch standards

[@MakingitinHolland]

Yes, I have it officially added to my list :)

[@ian184]

10 per day is a bit of a spam. Definitely don't do this if it is the same linked agency because agencies are the best way to get a job and within the first application they will respond.. do not send more than 2 at a time to the same agency as this is frowned upon.

[@AnkitSharma07604]

Can you please tell me how Dutch Job recruiting agencies working? They usually work for the employers. From Non EU Nationalities can it be helpful? One more question Production workers need to know Dutch?

[@vishmudannayaka9442]

Hello, thanks for your videos. My husband is a software consultant with many years of experience in the field. He doesn't know any Dutch. Do you think its worth giving a try to find a job in the Netherlands? Thanks in advance..

[@felipesakuma9882]

should I graduate in my home country first (for free) or is it better to move to NL, get a part time and graduate in NL?

[@sarvamsundaram]

What are the chances for msc biotechnology jobs without any experience in Netherlands. Looking in Eindhoven area.

[@asmaiqbal2613]

I know this question might be a litttleeee stupid but could I attend interviews on a visit visa? Technically I would be in the country ..Thanks

[@MakingitinHolland]

Yes, you can attend interviews on a visit visa. As long as you have the right to be in the country, doesn't matter what you do once you're here. Just make sure to plan all your interviews well in advance so they're during the time you're traveling here. During the interviews, they might ask about your future visa condition, for which you can then reply accordingly.

[@shinepg1005]

I am shine from India. I have 2 year experience in warehouse job. Can I get any job. I lost my job due to the covid problem. Please consider my request.

[@tejera4165]

Im really thinking about working on a minimum wage job while working for free as a junior illustrator for a company. Do you think thats viable?

[@MakingitinHolland]

I think it's always a good idea to have one steady stream of income from an average job, and that'll give you the opportunity to work for free/ intern/ volunteer for a few months as a jr. illustrator. Just make sure during that time you get to know the people, enter the eco-system so that way you can turn the free job into a paid position.

[@tejera4165]

@@MakingitinHolland I will work hard to get to know people so that I enter their "eco-system"!

[@MakingitinHolland]

Yes! That’s the best tip I can give you :)

[@tejera4165]

Ive heard that I dont need to know dutch multiple times. Now im kinda scared!

[@MakingitinHolland]

Just take that with a pinch of salt I'd say. For the short-term you might be able to get away with English but with time you might realise that the 'real job' gets done in Dutch. Sometimes Dutch people speak Dutch amongst themselves and solve all the problems and give you a small summary of what was talked about in English (by then, you're just being informed and don't always have a say in the decision making process). Of course if you'll be a high level executive in a multinational company, then that's a different story...

[@tejera4165]

@@MakingitinHolland Thanks for your reply!

[@MakingitinHolland]

The pleasure is all mine :)

[@LeonVuksic]

You can get a logistics/warehouse job in NL within 5 minutes!

[@yokofujim]

Well... that type of jobs don’t qualify residence permit...🤷🏻‍♀️

[@MakingitinHolland]

It really depends from where you're applying for these jobs. If you're within the EU it might be easier to find logistics/warehouse jobs. But if you're outside of the EU or wish to be a highly skilled migrant, it's a bit more complicated.

[@MakingitinHolland]

Exactly, thanks for pointing this out!

[@adriandixon2598]

Which site I can meet people

[@leonorriosmorales1374]

Hii i love u videos, a question.. why should i learn dutch and not neerlandes (i don't know the traslation) ?? Thanks you!!

[@kaleabmelese6905]

well done miss pretty !!! can i contact you ?

[@Loraine680]

I'm from Mars. Does they accept martian speaking people? I allready packed to move. I wait for your answer.