Sustainablejobs

About Sustainablejobs

Tired of job boards that feel soulless? Welcome to Sustainablejobs, the Netherlands' #1 trending platform where purpose meets profession. This isn't just another job site; it's a thriving movement connecting a massive community of over 100,000 purpose-driven professionals, students, and top-tier impact organizations. The mission is crystal clear: to accelerate the transition to a greener, more inclusive economy by making meaningful careers not just possible, but easy to find. Whether you're a climate scientist, a circular economy strategist, a biodiversity researcher, or a social impact marketer, this is your dedicated hub. For organizations like Greenpeace, Arcadis, Natuurmonumenten, and B Corps, it's the go-to talent pool to find people who are genuinely passionate about their mission. Beyond thousands of curated vacancies—from internships and freelance gigs to senior leadership roles—Sustainablejobs fuels the community with inspiring articles, insider interviews, and practical guides. Join the wave of changemakers who are building their careers on what truly matters.

Features of Sustainablejobs

Hyper-Targeted Impact Job Board

Forget sifting through irrelevant posts. Our platform is meticulously curated with thousands of vacancies exclusively in sustainability sectors like renewable energy, climate action, biodiversity, and the circular economy. Use smart filters for job type (full-time, freelance, stage), sector, and even organization certifications (B Corp, ANBI) to find your perfect match in seconds. It’s the largest dedicated collection of impact jobs in the Netherlands.

Certified Organization Network & Insights

We don't just list companies; we vet and highlight the best. Explore detailed profiles of featured employers like Plan International, the World Wildlife Fund, and leading B Corps. See their certifications (B Corp, Inner Smile Certified, MVO Prestatieladder) upfront, proving their commitment. This transparency helps you align your career with organizations whose values you truly trust, a feature job seekers are raving about.

Inspiring Career Content & Community Hub

Your journey is more than a job application. Get inspired and equipped with our popular Blog, featuring articles, interviews, and deep-dive guides on working in sustainability. Learn from professionals on the front lines, get practical tips for purpose-driven career shifts, and stay updated on sector trends. It’s the content feed that keeps a community of 100k+ engaged and informed.

Smart Job Alerts & Personalized Newsletters

Never miss your dream opportunity. Set up free, personalized Job Alerts based on your specific criteria (like "Remote" + "Climate Policy") and get new vacancies delivered directly to your inbox. Join the highly-subscribed vacancy newsletter for a weekly digest of the hottest roles. It’s the effortless way to stay ahead in the competitive impact job market.

Use Cases of Sustainablejobs

The Career Changer Seeking Purpose

You're a marketing manager feeling disconnected and want to use your skills for good. You use Sustainablejobs to find roles in "Communicatie" or "Marketing" within the "Non-Profit" or "Duurzame Energie" sectors. The inspiring blog articles give you the confidence and roadmap to make the transition, connecting you to employers who value your commercial experience for a cause.

The Sustainability Student Finding a Traineeship

As a graduate in Environmental Sciences, you need a kickstart. You filter for "Traineeships" and "Stage" (internships) in fields like "Klimaat" or "Onderzoek." You discover exclusive programs like Milieudefensie's "Fair Future Generators" traineeship and apply directly through the platform, landing a pivotal first step in your impact career.

The Impact Organization Scaling Its Mission

You're a growing social enterprise like a "B Corp" needing a dedicated "Circulaire Economie" project manager. Instead of a generic job board, you post your vacancy on Sustainablejobs. It immediately reaches a pre-qualified, passionate audience, drastically improving the quality of applicants and filling the role with someone who lives and breathes your mission.

The Professional Seeking Flexible Impact Work

You're an experienced policy advisor wanting part-time, remote work to balance other projects. You use the advanced filters for "Parttime" and "Remote" under the "Beleid" and "Overheid" tags. This quickly surfaces relevant opportunities at organizations like waterschappen or gemeenten, allowing you to contribute your expertise flexibly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sustainablejobs only for jobs in the Netherlands?

While the primary focus and the majority of opportunities are within the Netherlands, the platform does feature some international roles, particularly with global NGOs and organizations operating abroad (as seen with the Plan International vacancy in Sudan). It is best known as the leading Dutch platform for sustainability careers.

What kinds of job types are available on the platform?

Sustainablejobs offers a incredibly wide range of employment types to suit every career stage and lifestyle. You can find everything from Fulltime and Parttime permanent roles to Traineeships, Internships (Stage), Freelance assignments, Volunteer work (Vrijwilligerswerk), and even side jobs (Bijbaan). This diversity makes it a one-stop-shop for all forms of impact work.

How can I stay updated on new vacancies without checking daily?

The platform offers two powerful, free tools. First, you can set up personalized Job Alerts for specific search criteria. Second, you can subscribe to the popular vacature nieuwsbrief (job newsletter) for a curated weekly roundup of new opportunities delivered directly to your email inbox.

What does it mean that an employer is "Inner Smile Certified" or a "B Corp"?

These are trusted external certifications that verify an organization's commitment to positive social and environmental impact. B Corp certification is a global standard for balancing profit and purpose. Inner Smile Certified focuses on employee happiness and a healthy work culture. Seeing these badges on Sustainablejobs helps you identify employers with proven ethical practices.