Start your IT-career with Motopp
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 Motopp 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 youre ready to start working youll 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 youll 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 8thof Decemberand youcan apply until the 22ndof October. Applications are informed about the final selectionone month before the start of the traineeship.
Is this traineeship not the right timing for you In 2025 well have a new traineeship starting almost every month. The next start dates are August 18th Sept 15th and Oct 13th. Keep an eye on our website and LinkedIn for new openings.
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 resident permit.
- English language proficiency at level B2.
- Experience with or strong and proven affinity with IT.
- Completed education at HBO level (equivalent to a bachelors degree).
- Strong communication skills analytical thinking and eagerness to learn.
Selection process
The selection process is as follows:
- First interview (Teams)
- Technical assessment (online)
- Second interview (Teams)
We recommend that candidates take the time to prepare for the interviews by reflecting on their motivation and passion for IT. Its also helpful to explore our webinar and read through the stories of our trainees on the website to get a better sense of what to expect. If you have any questions about the traineeship or the process feel free to reach out to us at
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Motopp strives for equal opportunities for everyone it is our goal to train and guide 1000 former refugees to jobs in the Netherlands.
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