The 1st edition of the Job Fair Central Netherlands, the kick-off event of the Expat Centre Central Netherlands initiative, will take place on the 1st of June, 2023 at Wittenborg's Spoorstraat campus in Apeldoorn. Companies/organisations working with or seeking English-speaking and international talent, either studying or graduated in the region, can connect with one another during this afternoon and early evening event.
This job fair is an initiative that started with Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences as a result of the Gelderland’s “Talent Gap” initiative. Soon after the initiative was launched, it was endorsed by regional network organisations, educational institutes, and public bodies alike.
Date, Time, Location
- Date: Thursday, 1st June 2023
- Exhibitor stand set up : 13:30-14:00
- Official opening for visitors (free of charge for all visitors): 14:00-18:30
- Closing off: 18:30-19:00
- Networking Walking Dinner for Exhibitors: 19:00-20:30
- Location: Spoorstraat 23, 7311 PE Apeldoorn
Parking: Close-by parking space for exhibitors. Public transport: 200 metres from Apeldoorn Station
Who are the exhibitors & visitors?
The fair is open to all current students and alumni of higher education institutes, expats living in the Netherlands, and local Dutch residents interested in English-speaking working environments. The job fair provides a unique opportunity for job seekers to connect with companies and organisations looking for English-speaking and international talent in the region. By introducing international talent to (regional) employers, we hope to keep highly qualified graduates in the region and support economic development, to making local companies more attractive and diverse.
Exhibitors that are participating in the Job Fair Central Netherlands 2023:
Why attend as exhibitor?
With a focus on international talent, the Job Fair Central Netherlands offers a unique platform to showcase your company and engage with highly motivated, diverse, and multilingual candidates. Take advantage of this exciting opportunity to meet potential employees face to face, build relationships and expand your recruitment efforts. Networking among exhibitors at the end of the fair is an added extra. Online promotion videos and social media posts will be an excellent employer’s branding exercise for your organisation. Finally, CVs of registered visitors will be shared with exhibitors shortly after the fair.
What to bring as exhibitor?
- 1 banner per organisation
- 1-2 staff as representatives
- Company or vacancy information printed or digital
- Small give-away gifts if you have them
- Kindness and enthusiasm: there will be no exhibition hall but tables ready for 1-1 talks
What are the costs for exhibitors?
The fee for exhibitors is 200.- euros (excl. VAT) per organisation/company. Limited spaces are available.
The Job Fair Central Netherlands is free of charge for visitors.
