Jobs for Students
Work permits, platforms & balance
Want to work next to your studies? The first thing to check is whether you're allowed to work and under which conditions. Students from the EU/EEA or Switzerland don't need a work permit — non-EU/EEA students usually do.
Can you work?
Study in NL — Working while studying
Government-backed portal explaining the rules in plain English.
Dutch Government — Can I work in the NL?
Official FAQ on whether you can work as a foreign student.
Dutch Government — Permits for foreign workers
Which permits foreign workers need and how they are arranged.
Documents before you start
You'll need your BSN (Citizen Service Number) to start a job or internship. Working in the Netherlands can also change the type of health insurance you legally need — check this carefully before your first shift.
Study in NL — To do after arrival (BSN)
Checklist of things to do after you arrive, including BSN.
Dutch Government — Standard health insurance
Everyone who lives or works in the Netherlands is legally obliged to have standard health insurance.
Dutch Government — When do I need NL insurance?
Clear FAQ that helps you figure out which insurance applies to your situation.
Where to look for jobs
StudentJob Netherlands
StudentsJob platform aimed specifically at students — part-time, internships and side jobs.
RUGconnect
UniversityUniversity of Groningen platform for internships, part-time jobs, student assistant positions and career events.
Balance work & study
RUG — Working next to a study
RUG's guidance on combining a job with your studies — money, language skills and social life, without burning out.