Roos - Working student Campus Recruitment team at BDO

During last year's Erasmus Recruitment Days, I came in touch with a recruiter from BDO. I had already finished my Bachelors in Business Administration and she asked me what I was going to do afterwards. I was looking for a working student position that I could combine with my Masters in Marketing Management. BDO offered me a working student position in the Campus Recruitment team. Since June, I have been working there and I really enjoy my job. I get a lot of responsibilities regarding recruitment events and I get to talk to a lot of students who are looking for an internship, working student position or a starters function at BDO. I really like the culture and the ambiance at the BDO offices. My colleagues are all very friendly and help me out with any questions I might have. I have a buddy who I have a meeting with every two weeks where we talk about my personal development. I can easily combine my job with my studies and the hours are pretty flexible. I would really recommend participating in the Days, since it is a very informal, low-key way to get to know different companies.

Hélène - Acquisition Director at De Kleine Consultant

Last year, I attended the Erasmus Recruitment Days, where I participated in a training session hosted by De Kleine Consultant. I connected with one of their members on LinkedIn, and they invited me for coffee to share more about the organisation. Intrigued by the opportunity to gain real consulting experience in a student-driven environment, I decided to apply—and I’m so glad I did! Over the past year, I’ve developed valuable consulting and presentation skills, balanced my studies, and even had the chance to connect with large consulting firms through my role. It’s been a perfect stepping stone toward a professional career. I highly encourage everyone to take full advantage of the Erasmus Recruitment Days—you never know where it might lead!

Ize - Young Graduate Program at TotalEnergies

In 2023, I attended a workshop organized by TotalEnergies at the Erasmus Recruitment Days. Engaging with TotalEnergies employees at both the workshop and a subsequent Inhouse Day, I understood that TotalEnergies is a key player in the energy transition – an excellent place to apply my MSc Economics of Sustainability knowledge. TotalEnergies leads in transitioning towards a sustainable energy mix while ensuring energy availability and affordability. I had the opportunity to start in the TotalEnergies Young Graduate Program. Working in such an environment, interacting with energy experts, is a wonderful experience rooted in the introduction provided by the Erasmus Recruitment Days. I encourage students to explore diverse employers to find a good match. Please contact me if you are interested in the TotalEnergies Young Graduate Program; I am happy to share more of my experience.

Juliëtte - Working Student at Marsh McLennan

Last summer, I discovered the perfect opportunity for a working student position through the Erasmus Recruitment platform. After applying via the website, I secured a role that perfectly aligns with my studies. The process was straightforward, and I’m now gaining valuable experience while continuing my studies.

Iris - Intern WO (Research) at BDO

Last year, I had the opportunity to organize the Erasmus Recruitment Days. During the event, I attended the BDO Company Dinner, where I had the chance to engage in inspiring conversations with BDO employees. It was during this memorable evening that I gained a profound impression of the company.

Furthermore, I had the pleasure of speaking with Maud, the recruiter from BDO, who kindly invited me for a coffee at their office. It was during this conversation that I realized the company and I were the perfect fit. Not only in a professional manner, but also culturally, as I was deeply impressed by BDO's open and welcoming atmosphere. This conversation ultimately led to my application for a thesis internship and, subsequently, my involvement in audits while working on my thesis. I've grown and learned so much during this experience.

Hopefully, the Erasmus Recruitment Days can be just as meaningful for all of you as they were for me.

Teodora - Financial Compliance Intern at DOW

During Erasmus Recruitment Days earlier this year, I attended a workshop and a pub quiz organized by Dow Chemical Company. The workshop was quite interactive and fast-paced, which is what I like in the work environment. Right there, I knew I wanted to work in a company like Dow. I introduced myself to a few specialists from the finance department and one of the recruiters. Everybody was extremely friendly and helpful, and offered their contact for me to reach out. At the pub quiz a few days later, I got to chat with some of the finance leaders for Benelux, who were very approachable and enthusiastic to meet students.

After the Erasmus Recruitment Days, I decided to ask one of the finance specialists for a coffee chat to get to know more about the organization of the company and what is expected of interns. I applied to one of the vacancies, and after the initial selection and 2 interviews, I got my offer.

The process was super smooth and straightforward. Thanks to the ERD, I managed to find the right fit for my summer internship. The internship itself was a wonderful experience. Dow has a very open culture, where everyone is open to support you, even the most senior leaders. 

At the ERD, there is truly something for everybody, so I highly recommend attending!