Job Search Essentials - May
14 May 2024 10:00 till 15:00 - Location: TU DELFT CAMPUS | Add to my calendar
TU Delft provides training for partners of TU Delft employees who have (recently) moved to the Netherlands, would like to learn more about the Dutch job market, and want to polish the job hunting tools that work effectively in the Netherlands.
The training consists of four sessions, thematically coordinated and spread over four half-days. To achieve the best result, enrolments are only possible for the whole programme and not for an individual session.
Through the training, you will work on your CV, cover letter, pitch, and LinkedIn profile. In addition to the trainers who have ample experience in Dutch job market, a professional photographer will take your profile picture for your LinkedIn profile. By the end of the training, you will have a solid foundation for job hunting in the Netherlands.
Besides being trained for the Dutch job market, you will also get to know your fellow participants who might be in a similar situation to you, so you will have a chance to expand your peer network.
In addition, participants of the training can take advantage of walk-in career counselling sessions with TU Delft career counsellors and/or receive support from our Dual Career Programme.
Participants
Partners / Spouses of TU Delft employees who have (recently) moved to the Netherlands and are keen on obtaining knowledge/skills for job hunting in the Dutch job market.
Are you a partner of a TU Delft guest researcher? The seats for this training are primarily reserved for partners of TU Delft employees with a regular contract. However, you are more than welcome to join when there are open spots. Please register first to be on the waiting list. When we have an available seat for you, we will reach out to you no later than three days before the start of the training.
Schedule
Session 1: Job Search Strategy & LinkedIn Profile
Tuesday 14th May, from 10.00 till 15.00 hrs (incl. lunch break)
Goal of Session 1: Participants have up-to-date job search techniques and knowledge with the ready-to-review LinkedIn profile.
Session 2: CV & Cover Letter
Tuesday 28th May, from 10.00 till 15.00 hrs (incl. lunch break)
Goal of Session 2: Participants have an updated CV that is tuned for the Dutch job market and a polished and impactful ‘pitch’ to introduce yourself concisely and effectively.
Session 3: Interview & Pitch
Tuesday 11th June, from 10.00 till 15.00 hrs (incl. lunch break)
Goal of Session 3: Participants obtains crucial knowledge about composing the powerful cover letter that catches job poster’s eyes, and build a solid foundation for job interviews.
Session 4: Dutch Business Culture
Tuesday 18th June, from 10.00 till 14.30 hrs (incl. lunch break)
Goal of Session 4: Participants acquire the overview of Dutch business culture to mitigate the cultural gap and have a prepared mind for working in the Netherlands.
Meeting details
Instructions on how to participate will be shared with participants after registration, at least three days before the event will take place.
Participants will receive assignments/ homework (before and after the sessions). Also, between sessions 1, 2, and 3, there will be a 1-on-1 follow-up session with the trainer in which you will receive advice to polish your job search tools.
Participants are expected to attend IN-PERSON to all sessions. Make sure you reserve your days for the sessions and adequate time in your agenda to be fully prepared for the session.
Language
The training will be held entirely in English. Participants must demonstrate a good command of the English language, both spoken and written (comparable with Cambridge level B2).
Teresa Moynihan specialises in individual and group career transition and talent development programmes, primarily with international organisations, individuals and expatriate groups. She has a passion for guiding people through a career transition and helping them recognise their own potential for the future. Her expertise is complimented with extensive experience in HR and Training & Development from her earlier career, fulfilling key HR roles for more than 10 years. Originally from Ireland, Teresa has been working and living in the Netherlands for more than 25 years. She has her own Consultancy for the past 15 years and is also a Career/Outplacement Coach and Trainer at Solid Sense in The Hague, as well as being a registered Trainer at ACCESS.
Linda van Orsouw, originally from The Netherlands, is the founder of Togetherabroad.com (multilingual Job Board) and a Certified Career Counsellor focusing on career transition coaching and training for expatriates, non-Dutch speakers, and International Organizations. She has more than 15 years of specialization in Partner Employment Services for Spouse (life) partners. As a former Expatriate, Linda has a deep understanding of how a career transition can bring both challenges and opportunities for both partners. Combining her personal experience and expertise, she has designed the professional Dual Career Program (DCP), a personal, confidential, tailored program for life partners and spouses to help them navigate and find the right job in The Netherlands. With a deep passion for helping people on their career transition journey, Linda enjoys guiding expatriates and their partners to discover the best version of themselves, increase self-confidence, identify critical elements of their career, and consider all the options. She has an excellent knowledge of the Dutch labour market and her own multilingual Job board with an enormous employer network. She recommends the program to all expatriates coming to The Netherlands.
Caitríona Rush is an Irish national who has been to over 40 countries across 7 continents and has worked in 9 countries across the globe. She has lived and worked in the Netherlands for 15 years. Currently settled just outside the Hague, Caitríona works as a cross-cultural consultant. Through her business, At Home Abroad, she enables internationals to lead a happier, and more successful & effective life living, working, and doing business in the Netherlands.
Costs
The training is free of charge for international partners of TU Delft employees.
Registration
Please contact us directly at Events-ComingtoDelftServices@tudelft.nl by Wednesday 1st May 2024 to share your interest. Make sure to attach your CV to your email and inform us of your partner's position at TU Delft and employee number.
Our staff members will communicate with you to learn more about you and your job search condition (i.e., pre-registration communication).
After confirming your eligibility for joining the training programme, we will send a registration link.
The registration will close a week prior to the event (Tuesday 7th May 2024 at 23.55), so contact us in sufficient time for the pre-registration communication.