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class="chip-list__list"> <li class="chip-list__item"> <a class=" chip chip--small" href="/student-stories?f%5B0%5D=subjects%3AFinances" data-category="tag" data-action="click" data-label="Finances" rel="nofollow" > <span class="chip__label"> Finances </span> </a> </li> </ul> </div> <div class="blog-header__author author "> <div class="author__content"> Posted by Elvita <div class="author__from"> From Latvia </div> </div> <div class="author__visual"> <img class="author__image" src="/sites/default/files/student-story/author/Blog1.jpg" alt=""> </div> </div> </div> <picture> <source srcset="/sites/default/files/styles/blog_header_image_widescreen_1022_x_800/public/2024-11/Elvita-student-story-header.jpg.webp?itok=bY4Qwu9e 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/blog_header_image_widescreen_x2_2044_x_1600/public/2024-11/Elvita-student-story-header.jpg.webp?itok=IxMpVWNr 2x" media="(min-width: 1024px)" type="image/webp" width="1022" height="800"/> <source 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field--name-field-pg-content field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"> <div class=" layout__content content-section "> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--text paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p>Not long ago, I entered my third year of studying and working part-time in the Netherlands as an international student. It has been a journey of new experiences, challenges, and stepping out of my comfort zone. In this blog, I will share my insights, experience, and tips for other international students considering earning extra money during their studies.</p></div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field__item"> <div class=" layout__content content-section "> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--text paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><h2>What are the benefits?</h2> <ol> <li>The most obvious benefit is the salary (information on the minimum wage can be found <a href="https://www.government.nl/topics/minimum-wage/minimum-wage-amounts-as-of-2024">here</a>). Finding accommodation in the Netherlands is already hard enough, but paying for it is another challenge that practically begs you to find an extra hustle.</li> <li>Something that sweetens the deal is the study finance offered by DUO (Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture, and Science). If you are an EU student working enough hours within a month, you might be eligible for the grant! Make sure to check out the <a href="https://duo.nl/particulier/student-finance/">DUO website</a> for the latest conditions and amounts.</li> <li>Lastly, you get immersed in the Dutch working culture. This not only enhances your resume but also expands your network and improves your Dutch!</li> </ol></div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field__item"> <div class=" layout__content content-section "> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--text paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><h2>Finding a job</h2> <p>Brace yourself because finding a part-time job as an international student takes time, patience, and determination. Which is why…</p> <ul> <li>Keep your expectations low.</li> </ul> <p>It might be the case that you won’t get to do something you would initially prefer. If you don’t speak Dutch, for example, some restaurants won’t hire you because of the language requirements.</p> <ul> <li>Network, network, and network again.</li> </ul> <p>Ask your friends, attend career fairs for students, use social media platforms like LinkedIn and Facebook. Look for job listings online and go around the city asking if places are hiring.</p> <ul> <li>Don’t give up.</li> </ul> <p>Keep your head up because you are not the only one going through this. It will work out in the end. ;)<br> </p></div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--image paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class=" layout__content content-section content-section--vertical-spacing "> <div class=" image image--text-wide"> <div class="field field--name-field-image field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item"><article class="media media--type-image media--view-mode-image-text-wide"> <div class="field field--name-field-media-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img loading="eager" class="image__image" srcset="/sites/default/files/styles/text_wide/public/2024-11/Elvita-student-story-restaurant.jpg.webp?itok=g6ysL7G8 1x, /sites/default/files/styles/text_wide_x2/public/2024-11/Elvita-student-story-restaurant.jpg.webp?itok=He9b6EjD 2x" width="768" height="432" src="/sites/default/files/styles/text_wide_fallback/public/2024-11/Elvita-student-story-restaurant.jpg?itok=H6aLrCNe" alt="Lighting in a restaurant" /> </div> </article> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field__item"> <div class=" layout__content content-section "> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--text paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><h2>My experience</h2> <p>When I arrived in the Netherlands, I knew I wanted to become financially independent and pay my rent. It took me around two months to settle in and gather information about different options. With not much consideration, I applied for a delivery driver position and got accepted within a few weeks. This is a popular choice among students since you don’t typically have to speak Dutch, and the hours are flexible.</p> <p>After a year, I realised the working conditions and pay were draining me, so I started looking for something new. It took me only around a month to find a dishwashing job at a restaurant. I tried everything from my networking tips, and what did the charm was going from door to door with a “Hi, are you hiring?” And guess what, after a few hours I had landed the job (I call myself very lucky). </p> <p>It’s been over a year now, and I am grateful for my colleagues, the atmosphere, and, being able to work enough hours to receive the DUO study finance each month. Balancing work and studies hasn’t been too challenging for me, since it is only around 12-16 hours a week and I manage my time and hours in a weekly schedule.<br> </p></div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field__item"> <div class=" layout__content content-section "> <div class="paragraph paragraph--type--text paragraph--view-mode--default"> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-field-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><h2>Final tips & tricks</h2> <ul> <li>Use your network of friends and acquaintances</li> <li>Get out there and ask around</li> <li>Look into freelancing options </li> <li>Learn Dutch – it’s a huge advantage</li> <li>Keep your ears open for unexpected opportunities</li> <li>Research your eligibility for the DUO student grant</li> <li>Keep track of your schedule</li> </ul> <p>Finding a part-time job as an international student in the Netherlands may be challenging, but it is achievable with the right approach. Stay safe, read the contracts and requirements for all things legal, and stay optimistic! If I could do it, you can too. 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