how to find a job in the netherlands: my story
Welcome back to our channel! In today’s video, Ksenia shares her personal experience finding a job as an international student in the Netherlands. It wasn’t always easy—from navigating job applications to understanding the Dutch job market—but along the way, she learned some valuable lessons that she wanted to pass on to fellow searchers.
What you’ll find in this video:
✅ Why she decided to stay in the Netherlands
✅ Challenges she faced as an international job seeker
✅ Job search strategies that actually worked
✅ Tips for expats & internationals looking for work in the Netherlands
Helpful links about highly skilled immigrant visa:
https://ind.nl/en/residence-permits/w... - Government website
https://ind.nl/en/public-register-rec... - Companies, which can sponsor visa
https://tossinholland.com/ - Payroll company in case your company is not registered
https://amsterdam.iamexpatfair.nl/ - Expat fair in Amsterdam/The Hague
https://www.duoforajob.nl/en/ - Help in searching for a job in Rotterdam region
https://swom.nl/talenten - Help in searching for a job/integration for minorities
This vlog is a bit different from our usual format, but we hope her story helps anyone currently job hunting or considering moving here. If you have any questions or want us to dive deeper into any topic, let us know in the comments!
Next video, we’re back to our usual vlog format—so stay tuned for more travel, cultural insights, and lifestyle content from the Netherlands and beyond!
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