The Eduployment Programme

International Nurse Recruitment Agency

  • Relocation and Integration Support
  • Sponsored Language Training
  • Guaranteed Job Placement
Finding nursing jobs can be a hard thing. In some countries healthcare vacancies are scarce and/or heavily underpaid. However, that is not the case in the Netherlands. In face, there is even a shortage of good nursing staff in Holland. As an international nurse recruitment agency Eduployment tries to fill that gap by offering various nursing jobs with good working conditions and competing salaries according to Dutch standards.

So, are you an EU certified nurse or a senior year EU nursing student? Then we might have just the right job for you! Whether that is in a general hospital, nursing home or rehabilitation clinic. However, international nurse recruitment always starts with an educational program which gives you all the knowledge and tools you need to be a great nurse in the Netherlands.

Both EU students and already certified nurses got their own program. Click the appropriate button below and learn all about your program or read on for a short summary of what to expect.

The programs in short

As an international nurse recruitment agency we try to get you your dream job, but we also try to provide the best care possible. Therefore it’s crucial our nurses are able to understand a client’s needs and whishes. That’s why both programs start with an introductory language course in which you’ll learn the most important Dutch words, phrases and nursing idioms.

If there are enough applicants this course will be given in your own home country. If not, we can discuss following the course elsewhere. The introductory language course is also free of charge, except for the mandatory study-app (€25). After completing the course, we invite you over to the Netherlands for an internship (EU students) or a paid introduction period (certified nurses):

The internship for Erasmus students

Senior year EU nursing students follow our Erasmus+ Internship program. For approximately 6 months you will be performing activities of daily living for our clients. During this time free housing is arranged by our international nurse recruitment agency and you’ll also get a scholarship to cover for your costs and earn you some extras to spend in your spare time.

The introduction period for certified nurses

Before coming over for your paid introduction period, certified nurses first follow an intensive introductory language course. After that, you will be caring for our clients with your future colleagues while getting accustomed to our healthcare protocols for approximately 5 months. During this time we will already start paying you a competitive salary with extra payments for working irregular hours and you’ll also be able to benefit from subsidized housing.

The next step

EU nursing students will have to decide after 6 months if working in the Netherlands suits them. If it does, they can apply for the commitment program which offers many advantages. If it doesn’t, you can always quit. No strings attached. However, certified nurses already signed up for the commitment program and cannot stop in between.

After your internship or introduction period, you’ll follow more advanced courses in which you will learn even more about the Dutch language and our healthcare protocols. We’ll prepare you in the best way we can for passing a state exams which is required for a Dutch nurse registration. With that registration, you’ll be able to apply for all the jobs our international nurse recruitment agency has to offer.

Your benefits

Learning a new language and getting to know all the healthcare protocols in a foreign country takes hours of hard work. In return for investing valuable time and effort into our organization we try to make your stay as comfortable and fun as possible. So, amongst other things, we offer the following:

For EU nursing students

  • a free beginner’s course with an introductory period in which you get Erasmus scholarship
  • free living space in the Netherlands
  • dinner on internship days
  • contact person in your own native language

    And when you’ve been admitted to the commitment program:

  • contribution for expenses of medical checks up to €50) obligatory Erasmus insurances up to €65 and travel expenses up to €250 after successfully completing the 6 month internship
  • additional language training and opportunities to practice nursing procedures
  • free use of storage facilities for returning for the follow-up program
  • help during all periods of your study
  • a guaranteed job with good working conditions, a competitive salary and paid vacation days (approximately 7 weeks a year)

For EU certified nurses 

  • a free beginner’s course with an introductory period in which you get paid
  • a free follow-up program to get your language skills to the required level of a professional nurse
  • help during all periods of your study
  • contribution to housing expenses housing during your language training (if the course is outside your place of residence)
  • competitive salaries with extra payments for working irregular hours, overtime and on Sundays and public holidays
  • a continuous development program for personal and professional growth
  • and an introduction to other healthcare institutions after two years (if you seek a new challenge)

About our international nurse recruitment

Eduployment is the international nurse recruitment partner of several Dutch healthcare institutions. Our nursing vacancies are largely located in and around Amsterdam.

Are you interested in our Certified Nurses Program or the Erasmus+ Internship Program? Then check out the full contents of each and see if you meet the conditions to apply for the program of your choice. Also, feel free to contact us if you have any questions regarding the educational programs or our healthcare jobs.

Want to talk to us personally?

We’d love to hear from you. Whether you have questions about our programmes, language training, housing, or registration, we’re here to help.

At Eduployment, we believe that personal support makes all the difference. That’s why we take the time to listen, guide, and give you clear answers, so you can take your next step with confidence.

Ready to start your journey to living and working in the Netherlands? Don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here for you.
Selwyn Paehlig
Director Eduployment
Call +31 6555 00 665

Real stories from our students

Ana Munaiz

“I think Eduployment is a good option for people who don’t know the language and want to live and work in the Netherlands. Because it has an online course with flexibility that adapts to individual rhythms. It also offers accommodation, depending on the city it can be a big challenge to find something on your own. In short, Eduployment gives the boost to start your life in a new country.”

Sylvia Agarici

If you’re a nurse looking for a seamless move to the Netherlands, Eduployment is your ultimate partner! From day one, they were by my side—starting with my very first Dutch lesson, guiding me through the BIG registration process, and even helping me secure my own apartment in the Netherlands. Moving abroad can be overwhelming, but with Eduployment’s support every step of the way, the transition felt smooth and stress-free. Their team made what seemed daunting into an exciting journey!”

Matthias Christen

“The teachers and management of Eduployment were always available to answer questions. I had some difficulties feeling at home in the Netherlands. The aftercare offered by Eduployment made this a lot easier. They guided me throughout my whole two-year contract.”

Tonia Karapidaki

“It is pleasant that Eduployment supports me still. We recently moved into a very nice apartment. Eduployment was there to help us move. Someone even came by with a screw driver to help us assemble some cabinets, and a pipe wrench to connect the washing machine.”

Altea Koutsiouki

“The collaboration with Εduployment started about two years ago. Within a year I was able to speak and understand Dutch at a good level. After arriving in the Netherlands, the challenges I faced were many, but step by step and with patience, I can proudly say that one year later I have managed to achieve many of my goals and, most importantly, I have slowly gained the confidence I needed to grow professionally! During this time, Εduploymet supported me every time I needed it. Here’s to what’s to come next!”

Inês Ramos

“Dutch is a bit difficult at first, but it is possible! You have to focus on it. Learning Dutch should be your job; you should spend a lot of time learning a new language. I’m glad I decided to learn Dutch with Eduployment.”

Asta Kuodiene

“I was among the first group to be trained by Eduployment. We received excellent guidance and were able to make a good start with our Dutch employer. Some of my colleagues are still working there. I always wanted to work in forensic psychiatry. Thanks to my good knowledge of Dutch, help from Eduployment and the start in the Dutch nursing home, I succeeded.”

Ágnes Hajas

“I really like this job, because here every day is a challenge and that’s what I like. After I started, I passed the national knowledge test for triage assistant within five weeks. My audits are good and, in the meantime, I have also obtained my diploma. I am very satisfied with what I have achieved. The free language course from Eduployment was a very good investment!”

Alberto Soto

“The support of Eduployment was much needed, because we had no idea about the Dutch system. This support meant a lot to me, because most procedures require several steps that are difficult to solve on your own. Furthermore, the Eduployment team visited us a lot in the beginning to talk to us about how things were going and if we had any questions. That is very nice.”

Eglė Skersienė

“Eduployment has helped me get through this period very well, by offering lots of practical help, personal support and a solid track. Also, my colleagues who entered this programme with me in 2003 have meant a lot to me and we still keep in touch.”

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Living and working in the Netherlands through Eduployment means more than career growth, it means finding your rhythm in a country that offers stability, freedom, and opportunity. Whether you’re coming for a few months or hoping to build a new future, the Netherlands is a place where you can truly feel at home.

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