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Info for students

Are you looking for an interesting student side job? Or are you looking for useful information about working as a student?

Click here for information for students from:

NetherlandsEU, EER, Switzerland, United KingdomOutside EU
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Flexible work

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Earn extra money

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gain relevant work experience

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networking opportunities

General information

Health insurance is mandatory for students. In addition to health insurance, contents insurance for your belongings, liability insurance for damage to other people’s property, and travel insurance are recommended. Read more about dutch insurances for students.

Insurances

At EuFlex, claiming hours work digitally. Through Easy flex or through the AFAS app. In the app you can: book hours, view payslips, annual statements, address changes etc. Read more about how the AFAS pocket APP works or how you can activate it on your phone.

Afas app

Wage tax deduction is a tax credit that ensures you receive more salary. You apply for this through your employer. You fill out a payroll tax statement. Do you have multiple jobs? You can only apply the deduction to one employer. Read more about wage tax deduction for interntaionals.

Wage tax deduction

With the student travel product, you can travel throughout the Netherlands by train, tram, bus, and metro, either free of charge or at a discount. You can choose between a weekly or weekend pass. You are only eligible for this if you are enrolled in a full-time program. Read more about the student travel product.

Student travel product

Did you know that you pay tax on your part-time job without even realizing it? You can often get some of that money back when you file your income tax return. You can claim a refund for up to five years. This refund can only be claimed for 1 of your side jobs Read more about how to file your tax return here.

Getting tax back on your side job

The amount of the basic grant you can receive depends on your living situation: students who live away from home receive more than those who live at home. For university students, the basic grant is a performance-related grant, which is converted into a gift if the degree is obtained within 10 years.

Student finance

Why get a side job as a student?

Flexibility

Many side jobs offer flexible working hours, making it easy to combine with your studies. Employers understand that your studies are a priority and are often willing to take your schedule into account. This means you still have plenty of time for lectures, project groups and self-study.

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Practical work experience

A side job gives you the opportunity to gain practical work experience alongside your studies. This can be invaluable for your future career. Not only can you develop relevant skills and knowledge, but it also gives you the chance to discover what direction you want to take after graduation. Employers value students who have already gained experience in the field during their studies.

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Financial independence

One of the main benefits of having a side job as a student is increasing your financial independence. A side job allows you to earn your own money independently to help pay for your college and other expenses. This can make you less dependent on parents or student loans, giving you more freedom to make choices.

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Network opportunities

Eindhoven is a city full of innovation and technology, with numerous companies and organizations that work closely with the TU/e. Taking a side job in Eindhoven will not only increase your chances of getting a job after graduation, but will also give you the opportunity to make valuable contacts within your field. These networking opportunities can lead to interesting internships, graduation projects and even future career opportunities

Take a look at our vacancies
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Tip for when you apply for a job: Clearly mention that you are from EU or EER etc. as companies might see it as a plus point that you will not need a work permit. 
Are you interested in a side job? Look at all our vacancies for student side jobs.
Do you have questions about working with EuFlex? Visit our frequently asked question page. FAQ
Want to see videos of student experiences or see who our employers are? Scroll down!

Experiences of students with a side job:

Ivar (Computer science) – Thermo Fisher

Jules (Electrical Engineering) – Anteverta 

Menno & Annabelle (Medical Engineering & ID)

Our Employers

Want to work at well-known employers? Here below all the companies that students have worked for before.

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