Domakin works with students across the Netherlands, so we see the same question every week: how do I find a good student job in Rotterdam fast since I will need DUO. This 2026 guide is a practical shortlist of what to target and where to apply.
For fresh vacancies, start here: Student Jobs Rotterdam.
Overview of Rotterdam student jobs in 2026
When people search for student jobs Rotterdam 2026, they usually want part time work that fits classes and pays reliably. In Rotterdam, the highest volume roles for students tend to be operational roles that hire continuously, plus a smaller set of skill based roles like tutoring.
Popular part time student jobs in Rotterdam
These are common categories for student jobs in Rotterdam in 2026:
- Cleaning and facility support
- Retail: supermarkets, shops, customer service
- Tutoring: math, physics, chemistry, languages
- Call center and support roles
- Delivery: food delivery and parcel delivery
How to find English friendly work in Rotterdam
If you need English speaking student jobs in Rotterdam, focus on:
- University and campus jobs can be English friendly
- Hospitality can work if the team is international
- Tech and data related student roles are often English first
- International brands and chains often hire English speakers
Tip: when you apply, lead with your availability and start date. Many teams care more about schedule fit than a long CV.
Where students actually find jobs in Rotterdam
Use a simple routine and you will get more replies:
- Apply on company career pages for large employers
- Ask classmates and student associations for referrals
- Walk in with a short pitch for cafés and small shops and ready color printed CV with a nice photo
- Find a job before the begigning of summer, when all the other students are gone.
- Use a dedicated city vacancy website and check it daily
If you want a fast shortlist of roles and new postings, check Student Jobs Rotterdam again later today.
How to get interviews faster
A quick checklist that works for student roles:
- Keep a one page CV and a short template message ready and a nice smiley picture!
- In your message try to image what the role needs and how you can be usefull to the business.
- Mention your availability first, then experience, then start date
- Track applications in a simple Google Sheet / Excell so you do not double apply!
- If a job need thinking – show you can think, if it needs reliability – show you are reliable.
Copy paste message you can use
Hi, I am a student in Rotterdam and I would like to apply. I am available [days], start date [date], and I have experience in [area]. Is the vacancy still open?
Direct links to Student Jobs sites
Browse student jobs by city:
- Student Jobs Rotterdam
- Student Jobs Delft
- Student Jobs Eindhoven
- Student Jobs Amsterdam
- Student Jobs Maastricht
- Student Jobs Enschede
- Student Jobs Groningen
FAQ
When is the best time to apply for student jobs in Rotterdam?
You gotta be strategic and apply for a job when they need students the most! This is usually during summer break, winter break and spring break. It is tough but with sacraficing one break, you can get a lot of money for the next one!
How fast can I get hired?
If you apply consistently, many student roles can move fast. Some employers invite for a trial shift within a week when availability matches.
If you focus on the right categories and apply clearly, student jobs in Rotterdam in 2026 become predictable. Use the vacancy links below, apply consistently, and keep your message short and specific.
