What work are you looking for?

There are many different types of work. As well as a very wide variety of occupations, there is also a large number of legal forms to choose from, each with its own advantages.

The various options

• Private sector employment: work on the basis of an employment contract
• Public sector employment: work on the basis of a contract or a statute
• Self-employment: work for yourself
• Temporary employment: work as a temporary worker
• Work while you study: fund your studies with some extra income
• Alternating education: combine theory and practice
• Voluntary work: give your time to help a cause close to your heart

Get your bearings on the job market

There are so many options it can sometimes be difficult to get your bearings on the job market. Happily, there are several organisations who are ready to help you find the job that suits you.

• Actiris (FR/NL), the employment agency for the Brussels-Capital Region, helps you establish your career plans (FR/NL).
• There are nine Missions Locales for French speakers and three Werkwinkels for Dutch speakers that can help you find a job.
• Young people can also call on the services of the PMS (psycho-medical social centres) (FR) for French speakers and the CLB (student guidance centres) (NL) for Dutch speakers, which provide information and advice with regard to their school and working career.
• The SIEP is a studies and careers information service that specialises in helping young adults to get their bearings on the job market (FR).
• Temporary employment agencies often provide career guidance. Your advisor will help you find the job that suits you. For addresses, see our page on temporary employment.

Where to look

If you’re looking for work, the best places to start are employment and recruitment agencies and specialised publications.