Make it in the North

WAIT IS ALMOST OVER FOR OUR LAST NETWORKING EVENT OF THE YEAR 👀 Networking Mixer: Linear to Circular ♻️ is just around the corner! It will take place on Wednesday 11 December and we couldn't be more excited to meet you all there. 🎟️ Haven't signed up yet? Don't worry, registration is still open: https://lnkd.in/ejp2yKKG #MakeItintheNorth #GroningenEvents #NetworkingMixer #Networking #Sustainability #NoordNederland

FROM PHD TO INDUSTRY: HOW TO FIND A JOB AFTER YOUR GRADUATION👩🎓 If you’re wrapping up your PhD and looking toward what’s next, firstly: a big pre-congrats from the Make It in the North team! 🤝 If your goal is to switch your career from academia to private or public sector, you probably have a lot of questions. We’ve put together a comprehensive article covering all the key points related to transitioning from academic to industry job: ✅ How to identify and leverage your transferable skills ✅ Why and how to build your professional network ✅ How to craft an industry CV ✅ What to expect in terms of work style and work-life balance in the private sector 🤓 Read our full article: https://lnkd.in/eJEmEU5J 🤔 Do you have more questions? Is there anything we didn’t cover? Let us know in the comments! #MakeItintheNorth #CareerAdvice #InternationalStudent #ExpatLife

🔊 WEEKLY JOB HIGHLIGHTS Are you a student hoping to find your next internship before the year ends?🧑🏽🎓You are at the right place! We not only feature international-friendly full-time jobs, but also internships and traineeships. We included a couple of them in our weekly selection too 👀 Program Manager III 🏢 Thermo Fisher Scientific 📍 Groningen 👉🏼 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/eF65hPJX International Customer Journey Specialist (German) 🏢 Verifai 📍 Groningen 👉🏼 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/eBTmd2_R Internship: IT Solutions 🏢 Beeholder BV 📍 Emmen 👉🏼 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/ei8gYapa Internship: Embedded Software Engineering Intern 🏢 Nuwa 📍 Groningen 👉🏼 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/e2zWh9vB Internship: Financial controller 🏢 Ter Bron 📍 Emmen 👉🏼 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/eM-CpUeM 👨🏽💼 Find more international-friendly jobs on our platform: https://lnkd.in/gwEUe3QV 👩🏻🎓 For more internships and traineeships, check out our internship board: https://lnkd.in/dEdm5cky 💡 PRO TIP: Start your free jobseeker account with us, so you can save your favourite jobs and track all of your applications: https://lnkd.in/eFpjN4WV #WeeklyJobHighlights #MakeItintheNorth #JobsInTheNorth #CareerOpportunities #NoordNederland #Groningen #Drenthe #Friesland #Jobs #CareerOpportunities #Internships #Traineeships #Volunteering

JOIN BIOCLEAR EARTH AND OTHER COMPANIES AT OUR NETWORKING MIXER ON 11 DECEMBER 🔜 Can you guess what these companies have in common? Bioclear earth | Royal Avebe | SG Papertronics B.V. | Envalior | New Energy Coalition ✅They are committed to sustainability in their respective fields ✅ They are inspiring international-friendly organisations ✅ They will be at our Networking mixer event dedicated to "Linear to Circular" topic on 11 December! Whether you are a company, student or a professional looking for your next opportunity, registration is still open! With our mixer events, we aim to connect local companies with international jobseekers interested in a particular field or topic, in a relaxed atmosphere. 🍻 This time we will meet at Energiehub050 - very fitting location for our theme. ♻️ Event is completely free, but requires prior registration, so do not hesitate long and sign up now. NETWORKING MIXER: FROM LINEAR TO CIRCULAR  📆 Wednesday, 11 December 📍 Energiehub050 🎤 Keynote speech by Jan Sikkema from Fascinating 👉 Sign up for free here: https://lnkd.in/ejp2yKKG #MakeItintheNorth #GroningenEvents #NetworkingMixer #Networking #Sustainability #NoordNederland

🥳 MADE IT IN THE NORTH: ERFAN GHEZELBASH or HOW DOES A PHP DEVELOPER FROM IRAN END UP IN NORTHERN NETHERLANDS? 🧑🏽💻 Each expat has their story driving the decision to move. Erfan Ghezelbash originally hails from one of the hottest parts of Iran, where temperature can soar over 50°C! More suitable climate was one of the reasons for him to look for an opportunity in Europe. 🌡️ In our interview, Erfan shared with us: 🔎 HOW he found his role of senior software developer at Youwe, 💚 WHY he considers Groningen small yet "complete" city and 💡 WHAT is his number one tip for fellow internationals when applying for jobs! 👀 Access the full interview with Erfan on our website: https://lnkd.in/evVrNuvw #makeitinthenorth #madeitinthenorth #youwe #php #magento

⚠️ COMPANIES, DON'T MISS OUT ON THESE EVENTS BEFORE THE YEAR END 🗓️ Are you a company open to the idea of hiring internationals? Don't miss out on these upcoming events in December to get you one step closer. HOW TO HIRE AN INTERNATIONAL❓ 🎯 Perfect for: Companies that are interested in tapping into the international talent pool in the North, but not sure where and how to start 💡 What to expect: Online session with our account manager Aukje van der Veen that will cover all the different aspects of reaching, recruiting and onboarding international talent 🗓️ When: Wednesday 4 December, 15:00 - 16:30 📍 Where: Online 🫰 Cost: Free of charge 👉 Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/e9iPyRD7 NETWORKING MIXER: LINEAR TO CIRCULAR ♻️ 🎯 Perfect for: Companies dedicated to sustainability that want to network and connect with international professionals interested in their field (and other inspiring companies such as Bioclear earth, SG Papertronics B.V., Royal Avebe, Envalior, New Energy Coalition) 💡 What to expect: Mixer event including structured as well as free networking; relaxed setting for you to introduce your company directly to the international talent pool 🗓️ When: Wednesday 11 December, 16:00 - 18:00 📍 Where: Energiehub050, Groningen 🫰 Cost: Free of charge 👉 Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/ejp2yKKG In December, we are also organising a focus group session to gather feedback on our website to improve it further. We are in a need of insights from companies, so if you could help us that would be very much appreciated! MAKE IT IN THE NORTH WEBSITE FOCUS GROUP SESSION 🖱️ 🎯 Perfect for: Anyone that wants to help! 💡 What to expect: Interactive focus group session moderated by us in Dutch language 🗓️ When: Wednesday 4 December, 16:00 - 17:00 📍 Where: Harm Buiterplein 1 Groningen 🎁 You will get a small thank-you gift for your time 🙏 👉 Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/ePmk74QV #MakeItintheNorth #NetworkingMixer #GroningenEvents #masterclass #InternationalTalent

🔊 WEEKLY JOB HIGHLIGHTS A snowstorm has hit the North, so if icy roads are keeping you indoors, it's the perfect opportunity to apply for some jobs. ❄️ Here are some expat-friendly jobs from the past 7 days: Product Owner – Drone Operations Center 🏢 AirHub 📍 Groningen 👉🏼 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/d-M9Z6C2 Senior DevOps Engineer 🏢 AI-InfraSolutions 📍 Eelde 👉🏼 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/duNDT3VS Service staff at Restaurant Voilà 🏢 Restaurant Voilà 📍 Groningen 👉🏼 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/dnkF5m6C Internship: Machine Learning Engineer 🏢 Nuwa 📍 Groningen 👉🏼 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/dm4aTGyj Volunteering: Textile collection driver 🏢 Link050 📍 Groningen 👉🏼 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/dBESdFAg 👨🏽💼 Find more international-friendly jobs on our platform: https://lnkd.in/gwEUe3QV 👩🏻🎓 Looking for an internship or traineeship? Check out our internship board: https://lnkd.in/dEdm5cky 💁🏼♀️ Why not try volunteering during your job search? Here are volunteer opportunities suitable for expats: https://lnkd.in/ejGaiAhH 💡 PRO TIP: Start your free jobseeker account with us, so you can save your favourite jobs and track all of your applications: https://lnkd.in/eFpjN4WV #WeeklyJobHighlights #MakeItintheNorth #JobsInTheNorth #CareerOpportunities #NoordNederland #Groningen #Drenthe #Friesland #Jobs #CareerOpportunities #Internships #traineeships #volunteering

🚀 INNOVATE FRIESLAND 💡 On December 4, seven parties from the Frisian startup ecosystem will show the innovative power of Friesland. Founded, BeStart, Innofest Nederland, University of Twente, Circulair Friesland, Campus Fryslân - University of Groningen and WRK.frl/ will showcase innovation and its impact in the region. Jam-packed program will offer multiple networking opportunities, knowledge exchange and valuable insights. TIP 1 Make it in the North will also be represented at the event! Come get inspired by our masterclass and learn practical strategies for navigating the Northern Netherlands job market. 🎤 Kickstart your career in the North: Strategies for success ⏰ 15:00-15:45 📍 Innovation Stage, De Kanselarij, Leeuwarden TIP 2 Founded will be hosting a student fair as part of the Innovate Friesland event aimed at students searching for internships, thesis ideas and other ways to kickstart their professional careers. Are you a company on the lookout for fresh talent passionate about sustainability and innovation? Don't miss out on this chance to strengthen your company with innovative new talent - reserve your spot here: https://lnkd.in/ehBQ9iZh 🤝 Student fair ⏰ Walk-in from 12:00 📍 De Kanselarij, Leeuwarden 👉 Find full info about the event and sign up here: https://lnkd.in/e-Hv--P3 #InnovateFriesland #Innovation #Sustainability #NetworkingGoals #FrieslandFuture #MakeItintheNorth #careerfair #jobfair

🆘 WE NEED YOUR HELP 🙏 We are continuously trying to improve our website as a central hub of our activities. That is why in December, we are hosting a focus group discussion to hear from you - visitors and users of our website! Whether you are an English-speaking jobseeker or a Northern Dutch company that hires internationals - you are invited. The focus group for Northern Dutch companies will be held in Dutch, while the focus group for jobseekers will be in English. What’s in it for you? 🙏 Help us shape the future of our site. 💡 Opportunity to share your opinions on usability, content and what you'd like to see more of on our website. 🎁 Get a small thank-you gift for participating! 📅 When? Wednesday, 4 December 🕰️ How long? 1 hour of your time (16:00 - 17:00) 📍 Where? Harm Buiterplein 1, Groningen ✍️ Want to help? Please sign up here: https://lnkd.in/ePmk74QV #MakeItintheNorth #Groningen #FocusGroup

🔊 WEEKLY JOB HIGHLIGHTS For our regular weekly digest of international-friendly jobs in the North, we picked full-time positions, internship as well as volunteering opportunity. 👇🏼 Pressure Control Assistant 🏢 WELL SERVICES GROUP An Excellence Logging Company 📍 Emmen 👉🏼 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/ediA_Du3 EngD Autonomous Systems: Optimising Drive Trains for Philips care Devices 🏢 University of Groningen 📍 Groningen 👉🏼 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/eNMDTfwA Senior Front-End Engineer 🏢 Verifai 📍 Groningen 👉🏼 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/eX_XfBEk Communications (Internship) 🏢 Philips 📍 Drachten 👉🏼 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/eYaqeVEp Activity leader Ceramics (Volunteering) 🏢 Link050 📍 Groningen 👉🏼 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/exAERHYw 👨🏽💼 Find more international-friendly jobs on our platform: https://lnkd.in/gwEUe3QV 👩🏻🎓 Looking for an internship or traineeship? Check out our internship board: https://lnkd.in/dEdm5cky 💁🏼♀️ Why not try volunteering during your job search? Here are volunteer opportunities suitable for expats: https://lnkd.in/ejGaiAhH 💡 PRO TIP: Start your free jobseeker account with us, so you can save your favourite jobs and track all of your applications: https://lnkd.in/eFpjN4WV #WeeklyJobHighlights #MakeItintheNorth #JobsInTheNorth #CareerOpportunities #NoordNederland #Groningen #Drenthe #Friesland #Jobs #CareerOpportunities #Internships #Traineeships #Volunteering