r/WorkInTheNetherlands

I (31F) was born and raised in the USA but a dual citizen with the Netherlands as my mom is Dutch. I am increasingly growing tired of living/slaving away in the US capitalistic society (For reference, I currently live in OH and I only get 3.1 hours of PTO for every 80 hours I work). I would love to move to NL but my dutch isn't great. I can probably read the equivalent of a elementary school student but can't write it. I can understand spoken dutch much better than reading it. So until I become fluent, where have you found English speaking jobs? Even if you found English speaking jobs for other countries in the EU, I'd be open to learning more!!

Edit: I have a Master's degree in Public Health and have experience as an Epidemiologist and data analysis in the Healthcare sector if that helps.

I'm not Dutch, fluent english and B2 dutch. Long experience as a manager especially in the furniture sector, as temporary manager and retail manager.

Any advice about which strategy can I take to find another job, also as freelancer?

Hi, I’ve been in the Netherlands for 10 months on a parent of a Dutch minor residence permit. I have 13 years of middle management experience in technical support and service desk environments. My Dutch is around A2.
I’ve been applying through Indeed NL and LinkedIn but haven’t received a single interview. I’m also applying outside of LinkedIn directly but still nothing.
One complication: I can’t update my LinkedIn location to Netherlands due to my current employment situation.
Any advice on what I might be doing wrong, or suggestions for job boards, recruiters, or approaches that have worked for others in a similar situation?

Hello,

I work in a logistics centre as an orderpicker. At the end of the shift coordinators block the access to the restrooms and require everyone to take an order before we are allowed to go there.

Is this in accordance with a law?

Ggle AI tells me there are: Reasonable Restrictions: While they cannot ban you from going, employers can, under very strict conditions, implement rules to prevent abuse if it severely disrupts the work process (e.g., in production lines or call centers). However, these rules must still adhere to health and safety standards.

Yhank you

hi community, i am curious about if anyone have tried to apply to NL IT jobs from germany, someone who got some part time jobs in germany, came on chancenkarte visa and due to germany current situation tried their luck in any other english speaking countries? is it feasible or it has some rules and regulations which would not make it possible? i tried searching on this but cannot find any relevant information

Hi! I have completed my master’s degree in Applied Cognitive Psychology last year (august) and I am actively searching for a job in the field since November. I am finding the job market extremely hard and saturated which is really frustrating. I’m not Dutch, but I can understand a bit of Dutch.
I have a lot of research experience and papers published…but it seems it doesn’t help that much.

Do you have any advice or tips for me to how position myself in this market?

Hey Reddit Community! 👋
I’m actively looking for my next opportunity in SAP Data & Analytics and would really appreciate any leads, referrals, or introductions from this community!
I’m a seasoned IT professional with 11+ years of industry experience, specializing in the SAP ecosystem. I’ve spent considerable time working with some of the most cutting-edge data and integration technologies available today.
💼 Core Skills & Expertise
SAP Data & Analytics (primary focus)
SAP BTP Integration Suite - Advanced implementation & architecture
SAP HANA Cloud - Database architecture & optimization
SAP Datasphere - Data management & analytics platform
SAP Analytics Cloud - Reporting, analytics, and visualization
Azure Data Engineering - Cloud-based data solutions
11+ Years of proven IT industry experience
✅ What I Can Deliver
✓ End-to-end solution design across the SAP analytics ecosystem✓ Cloud integration expertise (SAP BTP + Azure hybrid solutions)✓ Real-world implementation experience with complex requirements✓ Strong technical foundation with a solid track record of successful project delivery✓ Problem-solving mindset and adaptability in fast-paced environments
🔍 What I’m Looking For Position Types:
• Full-time consultant/Senior consultant roles
• Solution Architect positions
• Cloud Integration specialist roles
• Senior Data Engineer positions
• Any related SAP Data & Analytics opportunity
Work Arrangement:
• Remote (preferred)
• Currently based in Netherlands ( holding valid HSM visa)
• Hybrid (open to discussion)
• On-site (depending on location)
Geography:
• Open to opportunities globally
• Relocation possible for the right role

Language:

Beginner in German(A2) & Dutch (A1)

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• Know of an opening? Drop a comment or DM me!
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Even if you don’t have a direct opportunity, any introduction, advice, or referral would be incredibly valuable. The job search is easier with community support!

My name is Saskia, and I am currently in the final phase of my Master’s degree in Strategic Communication in the Netherlands. After graduation, I would like to start working as a communication advisor. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and have 17 years of work experience in the financial sector, which has provided me with a strong foundation in analysis, stakeholder communication, and organizational processes.

During my master’s research in Tilburg-West, I focused on themes such as inclusion, economic participation, and the tension between the system world and the lived experiences of communities. Through this process, I gained experience in action research within social contexts and learned how to translate signals from practice into strategic communication issues. My strength lies in connecting different perspectives and exploring complex issues both within and outside organizations.

After completing my studies, I would like to continue working in the Netherlands. Therefore, I am looking for an organization that can support me during the orientation year process and offer opportunities related to work and residence permits (visa sponsorship). Since I am fluent in Dutch and bring both professional and academic experience, I am highly motivated to further apply and develop my knowledge within an organization that values inclusion, social impact, and strategic communication.

I would be pleased to connect with organizations, recruiters, or professionals who are aware of opportunities within communication, policy, social organizations, or consultancy.