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Working
in Groningen

Groningen has traditionally been a place of innovative tacklers, bursting with talent. It has the fastest growing campus in The Netherlands and renowned knowledge and research institutes with the latest understanding on 21st-century issues. Groningen is working on tomorrow’s world in the fields of energy, health, food and digitalization. Groningen is the place to grow and work on your future.

Find a job

Whether you are a student looking for a part-time job, a recent graduate or you already have a lot of work experience, Groningen has a wealth of career opportunities for international residents.

Practical matters

When you start working in Groningen, it is good to be prepared for a number of things. For example, the culture in which you will be working may be very different from what you are used to.

Working together

Cooperation between businesses in Groningen is flourishing as never before. Where pioneers, trailblazers and go-getters meet. Groningen's fertile breeding ground combines forces to jointly strive for growth, sustainability and progress.

Internships and traineeships

Find an internship or traineeship in Groningen! Our city offers many opportunities to gain work experience at various companies and organizations. Develop your skills and make valuable connections in a vibrant environment. Finding a great internship can sometimes be a challenge. That's why it's important to prepare well before starting your search. On this page, you will find information on finding an internship or traineeship in Groningen.

Commuter towns

When consider working in the city but living outside the city there are a lot of things you should consider. On this page we listed some small towns that are nice to live in. 

Checklist for expats

As an expat you can feel quite lost when you move to a new city or country. Therefore we created a checklist for expats moving to Groningen so you can see everything you need to arrange before you move, when you arrive and when you are settled in Groningen. This checklist also includes information for your partner and children.