Mentor vacatures in Amsterdam

IT Traineeship 30 March 2026

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Over the course of 27 weeks, you will prepare, together with eleven other trainees, for a career in the Dutch IT sector. How? Through a combination of technical IT skills training, insights into Dutch work culture, and workshops to develop essential soft skills. You will learn software development, gain an understanding of how the workplace operates in the Netherlands, and participate in sessions on topics such as presenting, assertiveness, and teamwork. The traineeship is fulltime and conducted in English.

After completing the training, we will start mediation towards a paid job at one of our partner companies across the country. If we find a match, for the next 18 months we will continue to support you with personal coaching sessions, evaluations, and additional workshops.

Step-by-Step Program

• Basic Training (2 weeks): Learn about Dutch work culture, communication, presentation techniques, CV building, and get introduced to Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• IT Bootcamp (12 weeks): Consists of three modules: Business IT (Project Management, Business Requirements, UI/UX Design), Back-end Development (Python, DevOps, Testing), and IT Principles (HTML/CSS, JavaScript, Security). Trainees develop technical skills and explore their ideal IT role.
• Internal Internship (12 weeks): Apply your knowledge in a simulated Dutch Agile work environment at , work on applications in Sprints, and receive feedback from trainers and mentors.
• Career: We do not offer a 100% job guarantee, but we do offer 100% job intention. Once you're ready to start working, you'll be matched with a position that aligns with your experience and skills, such as a software developer, system administrator, or business analyst. During the first 18 months, you'll get ongoing support with personal coaching, regular feedback, and workshops to help you keep growing in your role.

Starting date

The traineeship starts on the 30th of March. Applicants are informed about the final selection no later than 1,5 week before the start of the traineeship.

Is this traineeship not the right timing for you? In 2026, we'll have a new traineeship starting almost every month.

Practical information

• Full-time: Monday to Friday, from 09:00-17:30.
• Hybrid: An average of two days a week at our office in Amsterdam, the other days from home.
• Cost-free: Training costs are covered, as well as travel expenses and a laptop if needed.

Your profile

• A refugee background with a Dutch residence permit.
• English language proficiency at level B2.
• Experience with or strong and proven affinity with IT.
• Completed education at HBO level (equivalent to a bachelor's degree).
• Strong communication skills, analytical thinking, and eagerness to learn.
• Fulltime available, 5 days per week for 27 weeks.