🎓 Ask Me Anything: Orientation Year Residence - How to Make It Work to Build Your Career in the Netherlands
Are you a non-EU student or recent graduate looking to build your career in the Netherlands? The Orientation Year residence permit is a valuable opportunity — but the real question is: how do you make the most of that year?
Join us for a 30-minute live Ask Me Anything (AMA) with Diana Vadez, who recently went through the Orientation Year process herself. Diana will share her first-hand experience, practical tips, and insights on how to approach the application and use your Orientation Year strategically to open doors for your career.
What we will cover
Key steps in preparing your Orientation Year application
What to expect from the process and timeline
How to use the year to explore career opportunities in the Netherlands
Strategies to connect with employers and expand your network
Practical tips for overcoming challenges during the Orientation Year
First-hand lessons learned from someone who’s been there
What to bring
Bring all your questions for our speaker — knowing that there are no obvious or one-size-fits-all answers. This is a live session, and we’ll prioritize your questions so we can all get the most value from this event together.
About the Holland Alumni Network (HAN)
HAN – Holland Alumni Network supports international students, graduates, and professionals who are ready to take their next career steps in the Netherlands. Our mission is to be a trusted community that empowers international talent to stay, grow, and succeed.
✨ We create meaningful opportunities for career development, networking, and connection, supporting internationals throughout their journey — from arriving as students to building a future in the Dutch labour market and business ecosystem.
👉 Learn more and sign up to join our community today: https://hollandalumni.network