March 2026

Welcome to the latest edition of our Corporate Newsletter. In this issue, we share essential tips in international talent attraction and retention designed to support organisations in creating inclusive, future-ready workplaces.

Discover how to support internationals during their first years, what helps them stay long-term and what are advantages of hiring international students. Learn more about opportunities to be connected within the international business community.  

Stay informed by following us on LinkedIn and checking our website for news and employer-focused events. 

Kind regards, 

Jenny Willcock
Manager, Leiden International Centre 
jenny@leideninternationalcentre.nl 

The Early Struggles of Internationals

Attracting international talent is only part of the challenge. Retaining professionals long term requires attention to the broader experience of living and working in the Netherlands especially in the first years after moving.

From Students to Specialists

Often hiring internationals, especially students or fresh graduates, is perceived as too difficult because of paperwork and language barriers, however, there are many advantages to hiring international students.

What Helps Internationals Stay?

By Kanta Clarity Coaching - Why do international professionals leave after one or two years? Often, it's not because of skills, but unclear career direction. Find out how clarity, belonging, and growth conversations make retention possible.

Dutch Employment Contracts:Checklist

By Expat Republic - Stay ahead of Dutch labour law. This practical checklist highlights the must-have elements of employment contracts, supporting compliance, and confident workforce management.

Events

16 April

Learn how to prepare for the EU wage transparency directive by joining De Clercq’s webinar.

17 April

Join Expert Talk series: “Human by design in the AI era”. Learn to strengthen inclusion, retention, and belonging in today’s evolving workplace.

12 May

Meet with other business owners, connect, and build collaborations during the Buzz Business Networking event.

21 May

Learn about international social security and private insurance during this LIMES Academy workshop.

Every Thursday

Connect with innovative startups, exchange ideas, and expand your network during the weekly Open PLNT Borrel.

More corporate events

Leiden International Center is located at
Stadskantoor Leiden, ground floor
(LEVEL building)

Bargelaan 190, 2333 CW Leiden
+31 (0)71 516 6005

info@leideninternationalcentre.nl
Leideninternationalcentre.nl