Mentor Program: the Dutch labour market

Finding a job can be tough. You might not know many people, you know little about how things work in the Netherlands, or find it hard to meet employers. That's why FrieslandCampina and Refugee Talent Hub are organising this mentor program for you. There are only a few spots available, so sign up quickly for this wonderful program!

About the programme

Over the course of 6 months, you'll receive support from a FrieslandCampina employee. Together with them, you'll learn about steps you can take to find a job in the Netherlands. By the end of the programme, you will have worked on for example:

• Creating a strong CV

• Building a LinkedIn profile

• Crafting a brief self-introduction (pitch)

• Writing a compelling cover letter

• Practicing job interviews

• Expanding your professional network

• Understanding the Dutch job market

• Or, create a clear plan to achieve some of the goals above.

During the programme, FrieslandCampina employee will share their knowledge, skills, and network, and learn a lot from you as well. In addition, during these six months, you will have the chance to learn more about FrieslandCampina and meet other participants of this programme.

What is the mentor programme not?

The sessions with the mentor are not full-time training. During the kick-off, you will be matched to one FrieslandCampina employee with whom you'll work on your professional development and get help finding work in the Netherlands.

You will have in total 6 one-on-one sessions during the 3 months. The sessions will take place online or offline, each one will last 45 minutes and the sessions will take place every two weeks.

This programme doesn't guarantee a job (at FrieslandCampina). But it does increase your chances of success in the Dutch job market by improving your network, skills, and knowledge.

About FrieslandCampina

Headquartered in Amersfoort, FrieslandCampina is a Dutch global dairy cooperative owned by member farmers. Its nutritious and delicious dairy products have been feeding people around the world for more than 150 years. With over 20,000 employees and a presence in 29 countries, their products find their way to consumers in more than 100 countries. You might know them from some of their popular brands like Frisco, Frisian flag, Peak, Chocomel, Dutch Lady, Debic and Alaska.

• What do we expect from you?

• You have a refugee background

• You're actively looking for work and want assistance

• You participate in both online and live events (see Important Dates)

• Starting from 22 May, you can meet with your mentor once in two weeks, either in person or online, for 6 months

• You speak Dutch or English proficiently

• Your CV is in our database

• You're enthusiastic and motivated to make the most of the mentor programme

• You have access to a computer with Internet and a camera for video calls

• Important Dates

• Kick-off (live*): Wednesday, 22 May, 10:00-13:00

• First check-in (online): Tuesday, July 2nd, 10:00-11:00

• Second check-in (online): Tuesday, September 3rd, 10:00-11:00

• Additional Event (live*): TBD

• Closing Event (live*): Tuesday, November 5th 10:00-13:00

*Live events will be held at FrieslandCampina Office in Amersfoort. Travel expenses will be reimbursed, more information will follow.

How do I sign up?

Not sure what your next career step should be? Want to learn how to present yourself well in job interviews? Want to expand your professional network? Then sign up for the FrieslandCampina mentor programme!

If selected, we expect you to attend both online and live events (see Important Dates).

If you have any questions about the programme, contact us at info@refugeetalenthub.com. We hope you'll take advantage of this great opportunity for professional development!