IT internships in Netherlands

An internship - your first step towards a cool career

More than a clever way of gaining relevant practical knowledge of the function of a business, IT internships are also frequently identified as the best way to land a full-time job. They form an excellent opportunity to test out your theoretical skill sets, get insights to employer or career paths and extend your professional network. The specific attributes of internships, such as their duration, type, and whether or not they are paid, tend to vary. More than providing valuable and relevant experience, an internship extends your professional network, which may be one of the most valuable currencies in a modern working environment.

Tip: Get started on the application process for your internship by using the Graduateland CV Builder to update your CV. Both your CV and your cover letter should be tailored to the job description.

The essentials of a career in IT

Information technology (IT) refers to the study, design, development, application, employment, support or administration of computer technologies and other multimedia to collect, store, retrieve, transmit and manipulate data in a business or enterprise setting. A rapidly expanding field due to the continuous advancements in technology, IT offers a vast array of internship opportunities all over the globe, including Netherlands.

Tip: Make sure to do some research on what kind of tasks might await you in the field of IT! That knowledge will make it much easier for you to answer and ask questions in a job interview.

Working and living in the Netherlands

There are many reasons to seek employment in the Netherlands - its laid-back culture, its buzzing cities and its international workforce are just a few. The country offers a variety of internships in IT. Its strategically great position at the very heart of Western Europe and its business-friendly regulation have brought many multinational companies into the country. One of them may be offering the right internship for you. 

Tip: Be aware that the requirements for job applications in the Netherlands may be different from what you are used to. So spend some time finding out how a standard Dutch CV looks and how to formulate a cover letter for Dutch companies. Also, prepare for the way that job interviews are usually conducted in the Netherlands.