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

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Flexible work

Earn extra money

gain relevant work experience

networking opportunities

General information

If you are a citizen of the EU/EEA or Switzerland, you are free to work in the Netherlands without any restrictions. A work permit is not required. Additionally, the only limitations on working hours are those outlined in the Dutch Working Hours Act (ATW).

Work permit

For employment in the Netherlands you will need a BSN letter. this is  a letter you received from the municipality when you registered as a resident. Tip: scan it and save it in multiple places once you have it, you’ll need it on more than one occasion.

BSN-letter

If you also work in the netherlands an AOW insurance or the European Health Insuracne card (EHIC) is not enough. You need a  Dutch Basic Insurance. More info. If you have a right of residency you are eligible for  the healthcare benefit. Read more here. 

Health insurance

If you work at least 32 hours per month or meet one of the other eligibility criteria, you qualify for student finance. This financial support includes access to a supplementary grant, the option to take out a (tuition fee loan), and the student travel product.

Student finance 

The student travel product is a part of the student finance. With the student travel product you can travel throughout the Netherlands by train, streetcar, bus and metro for free or with a discount. You have the choice between a weekly or weekend pass. You need to be doing a full-time study.

Student travel product

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. If you want to read more about this click here.

Wage tax deduction

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.

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.

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
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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