Information on working abroad in Belgium, Europe

10 million people live in Belgium, a country that sits between France, Germany and the Netherlands. Generally people speak French in the South and Flemish (similar to Dutch) in the North. A small percentage also speaks German.

Belgium is divided into 10 provinces. It is a constitutional monarchy, and has a bicameral parliament, comprising the Senate and Chamber of Deputies.

Cost of living here is pretty high. However quality of life here is also high so you get out what you put in. The unit of currency here is the Euro.

The main industries of work in Belgium include manufacturing, agriculture, tourism, administration, finance and textiles.

Its capital, Brussels, holds the HQs of many high level government departments including the EU and NATO as well as many UK companies with offices overseas. There are good job opportunities for those who want to work here, but competition is fierce and it's usually an essential requirement to be able to speak more than one language.

For jobs in Belgium try

• http://www.hobsons.be/
• http://www.monster.be/
• http://www.streekpersoneel.be/

Other ideas for working abroad in Belgium

Ventureabroad employs seasonal guides for their programme in Belgium as do 3D Adventure and Education

Try The British Council or The EU for job placements. (These are very competitve)

Teaching is a popular (but competitive) option as is au-pairing.

Don't forget to visit our directory for more jobs in Belgium.