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Belgian youth generally satisfied at work

22.11.2015 - In category: Residence Permit EU

Belgian youth are more satisfied with their jobs than the average European, according to a study by Eurostat, the statistical office of the European Union. Young Belgians (between 16 and 24 years of age) come in seventh place in the European ranking, with an average job satisfaction of 7.6 out of 10, compared to the […]

Brussels region launches campaign against stereotyped career choices

11.08.2015 - In category: Residence Permit EU

The secretary of state for equal opportunities and the regional business federation have joined forces to launch a programme aimed at tackling gender stereotypes in the workplace and encouraging young people to broaden their career choices Brussels region’s secretary of state for equal opportunities, Bianca Debaets, has joined with the regional business federation BECI to […]

Wage Watchers: How much does a car mechanic earn?

12.07.2015 - In category: Residence Permit EU

We asked Cédric (24), a mechanic from Bierbeek, how much he earns and how he spends it. – What do you do for work and how much do you earn? – I’m a mechanic in a garage. I change brakes, do maintenance, replace tyres, etc. My day is very varied. I earn €1550 net per […]