jobs

Studying is expensive and so is a busy social life. As money doesn’t grow on trees and begging is illegal, you may want to consider a student job.

www.studentjobweb.be (Dutch and English)
Before you can use this website, you’ll need to get a username and password from the students’ facilities service (see chapter 11 for a list). Click on ‘on line’ and enter the jobs database. The website further provides you with useful information such as model contracts, useful addresses and much more.

w (in Dutch or French only)
ww.studentenjobs.beThis is the jobsite of Studiant, a students’ association. The website distinguishes between student jobs, weekend jobs and temporary jobs. There’s also a section for internships and unpaid voluntary work. Some clubs and theatres (Petrol and Arenbergschouwburg for example) post job alerts for jobs such as mounting posters and handing out flyers. Payment usually consists of free tickets and/or some chits for drinks.

Most student jobs require a sound knowledge of Dutch. However a special section mentions jobs not requiring knowledge of the Dutch language. Ask for more information at the social service of your host institution, mentioning that you are an exchange student. Conditions may vary. For students from outside the EU and the new member states it might be more difficult to get a job since they need a work permit card. 

The law specifies minimum wage rates for working students, which vary according to age:
19-year-olds: 7 euro per hour
20-year-olds: 7,48 euro per hour
21-year-olds: 7,95 euro per hour 

Overtime is not always paid extra. Employers often compensate overtime with hours or days off. In case you have more questions, dial +32 3 213 78 10 and you will receive a free brochure (in Dutch or French).

A few tips:
-Several temp agencies allow you to register as a job-seeking student.
-You can also present yourself as a job-seeker at a number of places, such as clothing stores, department stores, restaurants, …