Open your hearts and doors to the next generation!
Welcome to the platform Work & Learn in the Hoeksche Waard!
Come to the careers and job fair! Find out what's right for you, meet employers, and explore your options!
On Friday, November 13, 2026, the anniversary edition of the careers and job fair will take place during the Hoeksche Inspiration Days. It’s the perfect place to meet companies and organizations from the Hoeksche Waard region. Are you a high school student, college student, or job seeker? Then you’re more than welcome! Discover different careers, ask employers questions, and explore internships, apprenticeships, part-time jobs, job openings, and other opportunities. You might even meet your future employer!
📅 Friday, November 13, 2026
📍 HWwerkt!, 11 Jan van der Heijdenstraat in Oud-Beijerland
When can you come?
You’re welcome to come whenever it’s convenient for you:
- 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. – for upper-level HAVO/VWO students
- 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – for HWwerkt! candidates
- 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. – for upper-level VMBO/MAVO students
- 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – for job seekers, students, and others interested
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Want to learn more about the “ ” Hoeksche Inspiration Days 2026?
Curious about the participating companies and what you can expect during the Hoeksche Inspiration Days? Check out the special information page and find out who’s participating!
Discover your future in the Hoeksche Waard!
Whether you’re looking for a job, want to do an internship, want to learn more about different careers, or want to explore your educational options—here you’ll find everything you need to take the next step.
Have you finished your studies and are you looking for a job in the Hoeksche Waard or the surrounding area? Then check here for an overview of all job openings in and around the Hoeksche Waard.
Are you looking for a (taster) internship at a great company near you? We've compiled all the options for you. Check them out now!
Are you looking for a research project, or would you like to arrange guest lectures for your class or take a field trip to a company? Companies in the Hoeksche Waard offer a variety of activities. Click here for more information.
After elementary school, you’ll attend secondary school in the Hoeksche Waard—either vmbo, havo, or vwo—and possibly go on to mbo, hbo, or wo. Click here to see the educational options.
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Open your hearts and doors to the next generation! The Foundation for Cooperation, Education, and Business (SOB-HW) is a partnership between the municipality, educational institutions, and businesses in the Hoeksche Waard region. Learn more about SOB-HW.
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