This English-friendly role offers Amsterdam-based students an active working environment with a quick, direct train commute from Amsterdam Central.
- Employer
- Tempo Team
- Location
- Amsterdam City, Amsterdam, NH
- Pay
- €1.17-€4.08/hour
- Hours
- Not listed
- Language
- English-friendly
- Apply method
- Company website + Student Jobs form
- Posted
- 14 May 2026
- Open until
- 23 Jun 2026
...You can work in a refrigerated environment where the temperature is around 4 degrees You are at least 1.65m tall and you speak English You are at least 18 years old (due to safety regulations) You are physically fit enough to lift boxes up to 20 kilos You are...
Student context in Amsterdam
For students living in Amsterdam, commuting to this role in Zaandam is incredibly straightforward. A direct train from Amsterdam Centraal gets you to Zaandam in just about 12 minutes, making it highly accessible whether you are based in De Pijp, near Leidseplein, or along the historic canal belt. This makes it an ideal option for international and local students alike studying at the University of Amsterdam (UvA), Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU), or Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences (HvA).
Since the job is fully English-friendly, it is a fantastic opportunity for international students looking to secure employment without needing Dutch language skills. Working as an orderpicker provides an active, physical shift that serves as a great contrast to long hours sitting in lectures or studying in the campus library. Plus, the reliable transit connections mean you can easily head back to Amsterdam's vibrant center right after your shift ends to meet up with friends or catch a lecture.
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