Working in the Netherlands

By: Abdirashid Aden 21-03-2016 10:39 AM
Categories: * Daily employment news,




The last six months I have been working in the Netherlands as an Intern. Prior to settling down in Holland I expected it to frankly be a major culture difference from being raised in England.

I genuinely believed language and cultural differences would be a major set up socially. As I started meeting new people I was actually quite surprised that every person I met spoke very good English and could hold a conversation, at first I expected a lot of people to speak English as it is an International language but I honestly did not expect it to this kind of level. 

In the Netherlands someone that does not speak any Dutch could actually ask a random person for directions in English and they could receive outstanding feedback from them.

In the Netherlands it is always a huge advantage to speak more than just Dutch. Many employers tend to prioritize candidates that speak more than just one language as Dutch is not commonly used around the world and multilingual employees can make life very easy for Dutch companies.


Working in The Hague, The Netherlands helped me communicate and network with many people from all around the world, from all the different countries I have visited I personally experienced Holland to have the most multicultural communities.

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For an expat moving to the Netherlands, getting the right direction is very important. It's important that one knows which steps and direction to take. Linda is an exceptionally talent counselor, her advice has helped me land a job within a week of coming to the Netherlands. I am grateful for her mentoring and look forward to a great working relationship in the future.

Dr. Hrishiraj S | Clinical Research & Affairs Manager

Together Abroad provided expert advice on personal branding including developing a top-notch, market-aware CV, highly tailored job applications, and approach strategies with potential employers in the Netherlands. Furthermore, I found them be highly knowledgeable in key related fields such as recruitment strategy, immigration law, contracts, labor agreements, and (un)employment benefits. I would recommend Together Abroad to anyone who needs professional help with transitioning to a new career.

A. Aboufirass | Structural Engeer

Linda is a big mind. She thinks about things that the rest normally overlook. The insight she has about the dutch job market can only be achieved through years of experience and persistence.

Her business savvy is complemented by her mastery of understanding the client's needs and requirements. For my career I could say, she was the “Mary Poppins”, who guided me through thick and thin and helped me to land a career in the Netherlands

S. Bhattacharjee | FP&A Manager

If you are going to enlist the services of a "Career Coach" look no further. The only person you want in your corner is Linda van Orsouw. As an expat, you absolutely want to work with a highly skilled and knowledgeable professional who knows their way around the Dutch career/employment/job market. Linda assisted me in writing and positioning my CV, helped me organize and prioritize my list of opportunities, coached me through mock interviews and was there when I got offered a senior position only 2 months later. When asked I will only refer to Linda and "Togetherabroad".

Mr. C. Joubert
Lead Workplace Strategy Consultant 

 

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