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Dutch Vocabulary → Work and Jobs → Job Applications and Interviews

As a Dutch language teacher for over 20 years, I have noticed that many students are interested in learning how to talk about work and job-related topics in Dutch. That's why in this lesson, we will be discussing job applications and interviews in Dutch. This lesson will help students build the language skills and vocabulary necessary to find and apply for jobs in Dutch-speaking countries.


Take a moment to explore these relevant pages as you conclude this lesson: Count to 10 & Drinks and Beverages.

Dutch Vocabulary for Job Applications

Here are some common Dutch words and phrases related to job applications:

Dutch Pronunciation English
solliciteren /sɔˈlisi.tə.rə(n)/ to apply (for a job)
sollicitatiebrief /sɔˈlisi.ta.tsi.bri:f/ application letter
CV/resumé /seːˈveː/ CV/resumé
werkervaring /wɛrkɛrvaːrɪŋ/ work experience
referenties /reːfɛˈrɛnt.sij.s/ references
sollicitatiegesprek /sɔˈlisi.ta.tsijə.ˌɣɛsprek/ job interview
brief /bri:f/ letter
diploma /diˈploː.ma/ diploma

Phrases for Job Applications

Here are some Dutch phrases to help you with your job applications:

  • Ik ben erg geïnteresseerd in deze baan. (I am very interested in this job.)
  • Ik heb veel ervaring in deze branche. (I have a lot of experience in this industry.)
  • Ik weet veel over dit onderwerp. (I know a lot about this subject.)
  • Ik heb mijn CV bijgevoegd. (I have attached my CV.)
  • Bent u op zoek naar iemand met mijn vaardigheden? (Are you looking for someone with my skills?)

Dutch Vocabulary for Job Interviews

Here are some common Dutch words and phrases related to job interviews:

Dutch Pronunciation English
sollicitant /sɔ.li.siˈtant/ job applicant
werkgever /wɛrkˈɣeː.vər/ employer
werknemer /wɛrkˈneː.mər/ employee
salaris /saːˈlaː.rɪs/ salary
contract /konˈtrɑkt/ contract
functie /ˈfʏnctsi/ position
verantwoordelijkheid /vəˈrɑntʋoːr.də.ˌlɛk.ə(h)ɛit/ responsibility
kwalificaties /kwali.fi.ka.t͡sis/ qualifications

Phrases for Job Interviews

Here are some Dutch phrases to help you during your job interview:

  • Vertel eens iets over uzelf. (Tell me something about yourself.)
  • Waarom zou u graag bij ons willen werken? (Why would you like to work for us?)
  • Wat zijn uw sterke punten? (What are your strengths?)
  • Wat zijn uw zwakke punten? (What are your weaknesses?)
  • Wat zijn uw kwalificaties? (What are your qualifications?)
  • Wat is uw salarisverwachting? (What are your salary expectations?)

Remember, it is important to be honest, confident, and courteous during a job interview.

Conclusion

In this lesson, we have covered some essential Dutch vocabulary related to job applications and interviews. You now have a better understanding of the common phrases and terms used in the Dutch job market, and you are well on your way to securing your dream job in a Dutch-speaking country!

Sources


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Videos

Dutch JOB APPLICATION vocabulary - YouTube

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