Go Netherlands! I like to use dutchnews.nl to know what’s going on in “my” country
- Career Center
- Le 14 octobre 2022
Audencia's Career Center and Alumni teams are delighted to to bring you “Go Netherlands!”, the guide to working in the Netherlands.
Following the success of the guide to working in France for internationals, this new edition focuses on a country that is a destination of choice for Audencians. Members of its thriving community of students and alumni say they choose the Netherlands for its economic stability, work-hard-play-hard lifestyle, multiculturalism and for being a country where English is often the working language.“Go Netherlands!” is a valuable resource for students considering a career in the Netherlands after their studies. Starting with HR professionals’ top tips and debunking the myths and realities of the workplace, Go Netherlands! also showcases the experiences of more than 20 alumni who have aced the challenge of finding a job and settling in the Netherlands.
This week, discover what Enzo Martin from Francehas to say.
About Enzo:
- Graduated from the Grande Ecole Master in Management programme in 2020
- Currently working as: Junior Affiliate Manager at Degiro in Amsterdam
- Native language: French
- Other languages spoken: English, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Dutch
- Level of Dutch: intermediate
- Been living in the Netherlands: since November 2020
Enzo's key message: “I like to use dutchnews.nl to know what’s going on in “my” country."
My biggest challenge
I’m an affiliate manager at Degiro, an online stockbroker that has grown to be one of the largest retail stockbrokers in Europe. The company’s rapid growth has given me a huge challenge and great rewards; I get to experience the perfect mix between a start-up and a very large company.
My advice & top tips
Get in touch with and meet some VIEs via Facebook groups and WhatsApp. They will probably be in the same frame of mind as you so it’s the best way to have some people to party and/or travel with.
Quirky & cultural
I’ve discovered that a working day in the Netherlands starts early but finishes early too. This means that there’s not really an official lunch break. There are lots of company perks available, such as gifts, bonuses, free public transport, gym discounts, etc. The Dutch are very nice but also very direct; if they have something to tell you, they will clearly say it.
And finally
Make sure you get to the seaside town of Zandvoort to see a sunset. Failing that, there’s a Formula 1 racetrack at Zandvoort too!
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