Searching for work or training

Finding a job that suits you can be quite a challenge sometimes. There is a lot involved in finding a nice job, for example: writing a cover letter, making a resume and conducting job interviews.

Maybe you are not looking for a job, but for training and you have no idea which training suits you.

The neighbourhood team in your district is happy to think along with you. Together we will see who can help you further. Call, email or come by to make an appointment. 

The neighborhood team is helping to find

Are you unemployed or looking for a new job or training? Not sure where to start? Contact the neighbourhood team in your district. We cannot arrange a job for you, but we can coach and support you in finding a nice job or training. We can also put you in touch with organisations that can help you find the right job or training. Contact contact with the neighborhood team and take the next step towards a great job or training.

F.A.Q.s

You get a lot in return if you find work you enjoy:

  • Job satisfaction
  • Self confidence
  • Regularity
  • Meaning
  • Nice colleagues 
  • Every month salary

We can help you find a course that suits you. There are many MBOs, HBOs and a university in Utrecht. There are also courses where you can work and study at the same time.

The neighborhood team in your district knows many of these training options in Utrecht and is happy to think along with you. contact on! 

If you are looking for a nice job, volunteer work or a training that suits you and could use some help with that, the Werkwinkel can help you. For more information, see the website of the Werkwinkel. Here you will also find the times and addresses of their open consultation hours. 

There are two ways to get started under the Wmo: 

  • If you have little daily routine and find it difficult to work independently, you can get started under the guidance of a care professional. This is called work-related activation. The neighbourhood team can support you in finding a nice place and arrange a care assignment for you.
  • Maybe you find it difficult to work, but you like to be busy during the day. Then you can participate in sports or creative activities with a group under the supervision of a care professional. This is called social performance. The neighborhood team can help you find a place that suits you.

We are happy to look at what you can do and what you want together with you. We also help you with the steps you can take to find a nice job. Unfortunately, we cannot arrange a job for you, but we can put you in touch with organizations that can help you with that.

You can also go here!

Gemeente Utrecht

Useful information about looking for work.

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Utrecht Learning and Work Office

Stimulates the combination of work and learning.

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Offer for suitable work, learning, help and activities in the neighbourhood.

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Workshop

For help finding work, volunteer work or training.

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Wij 3.0

Offers day activities, guidance towards paid work and education, training and job coaching.

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