Have you heard of the orientation year?
Look for work in the Netherlands
Residence permit for orientation year
Although rather hidden, the Netherlands also offers a type of job seeking permit for recent graduates of top universities. The main difference here is that it must have been at a master’s or higher level and from a top 200 university.
Requirements
Have a valid travel document
Do not pose danger to public order or national security
Have been awarded a master’s, post-master’s, or a doctoral degree from a top 200 university in the last three years
Meet one of the following: a minimum score of 6.0 on the IELTS test or equivelant; the program was in English or Dutch
Have your diploma evaluated by Nuffic