Besides just being a great place in general, the Netherlands is home to a plethora of opportunities for foreigners looking to work abroad. Outlined below are a couple of jobs in the Netherlands that are great for people from a variety of backgrounds. The biggest thing to keep in mind is the kind of experience you are looking to have and what kind of experience you already have. Based on these two questions, you’ll be able to find the perfect job in the Netherlands for you.

Au pair. A popular job throughout all of Europe, au pair jobs in the Netherlands offers steady pay, which is negotiable depending on the family you work for. Most au pair jobs offer two days off per week with a minimum of 30 working hours. What is unique about being an au pair is that most au pairs live with the family they’re working for, can take optional Dutch language classes, and get a true immersion experience and feel for Dutch culture. With a little housework typically added to an au pairs to do list, au pairs are generally responsible for babysitting, being a part of the family, and helping out with English language lessons, if required. To qualify for an au pair job in the Netherlands, you just need to be between 18 and 29, have a high school diploma, and have previous childcare experience, along with a commitment of at least 10 months (for most jobs).

Teaching English. One of the easiest and most well paying jobs in the Netherlands, and around the world, are those revolving around teaching English as a second language. Completing TEFL certification courses and teaching English abroad can be one of the most rewarding jobs you can get abroad, and teaching jobs in the Netherlands are no exception. Most teachers work about 30 hours a week, and have about 14 paid vacation days. As one of the most attainable paid jobs in the Netherlands, teaching English as a foreign language is definitely an option worth some serious consideration.

Jobs through Recruitment Agencies. Finally there are a large number of jobs in the Netherlands provided by recruiters. The difference between these jobs, and jobs like teaching English, is that previous experience in your industry of interest is often required. If you have a good amount of experience or an extensive academic background in your field of choice, it is possible to find jobs in the Netherlands in construction, civil and mechanical engineering, web design, and computer science, among other fields, through recruitment agencies or work abroad programs. Each job usually has a set time commitment required, as well as specific benefit packages.