Netherlands

ASML, Philips, Booking.com — English-first tech environment with excellent benefits.

Dutch programs are English-friendly and welcome international talent. ASML (lithography machines), Philips (health tech), ING (banking), and Booking.com are top employers. 8% holiday allowance + 13th month make total comp attractive.

Programs

Companies

Peak Season

Cycle Type

Fall

Visa & Work Authorization

Highly Skilled Migrant visa: €41,000+ salary (€30,000 for recent grads under 30). Super fast processing (2-6 weeks). ASML is Netherlands' #1 sponsor.

Recruiting Cycle

Dutch recruiting runs year-round with September-February peak.

Unique Considerations for Netherlands

English-first culture (no Dutch required in most tech roles)

8% vacation money + 13th month salary standard

Compact country = easy relocation

Direct trains to Germany, Belgium, France

All 4 Programs in Netherlands

tech faangelite

ASML Graduate Program

ASML

EUR 60k+

healthcare biotechelite

Philips Graduate Program

Philips

EUR 50k+

investment bankingelite

ING International Talent Programme (ITP)

ING

EUR 50k+

startups unicornselite

Booking.com Graduate Program

Booking.com

EUR 55k+

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