Are you dreaming of working and living on Bonaire, St. Eustatius or Saba and really making a difference there? Do you want to get your career off to a flying start and contribute to the future of the Caribbean Netherlands? This is your chance!
The Talent Development Program Caribbean Netherlands (TOP CN) is a one-year work and training program, designed specifically for recently graduated professionals with Caribbean roots. You get to work at a government organization, such as a Public Entity or the Rijksdienst Caribisch Nederland (RCN), in a position that suits you. During the traineeship, you receive intensive support and plenty of opportunities to put your knowledge and skills into practice.
What can you expect?
- A position that suits you: You apply for the traineeship, and we make sure you are matched with a position that suits your studies and interests.
- Personal growth: Through coaching, training, and supervision, you are not only working on your career, but also on your personal development.
- Advancement: You start in your position in August or September 2026. You receive a one-year agreement for this position. The TOP CN program starts on 14 September 2026 and lasts for 10 months.
No job security can be offered after the first year, however there is question of a best-efforts obligation on the part of the employer.
What do you receive?
- A year full of opportunities: The traineeship helps you develop and discover what you really want from your career.
- Moving arrangement: Moving is not a problem! We support you in this with a moving arrangement.
- Good terms and conditions of employment: Your salary and fringe benefits are in line with the terms and conditions of employment of the organisation where you are going to work. You receive a competitive starting salary, based on the position in which you will be working.
Who are we looking for?
- You have a Higher Professional Education (HBO) or University Education (WO) diploma (obtained at most three years ago).
- You have roots in the Caribbean Netherlands and are keen to work and live on one of the islands.
- You speak Dutch and Papiamentu (English is preferred)
- You are eager to learn, ambitious, and genuinely want to make a difference for Bonaire, St. Eustatius or Saba.
Are you ready?
Send your CV and a short motivation letter (in which you should at least state the island of your preference) to traineeship@topcn.nl.
It is possible to apply up to and including Wednesday 13 May. Do you have questions? Ask them by sending an email to traineeship@topcn.nl.
Seize this opportunity and make the difference in the Caribbean Netherlands.
TOP CN: work, learn, grow