Motopp starts IT traineeship for status holders in Friesland

Motopp’s IT traineeship offers status holders with IT talent the chance to develop into successful IT professionals and prepares them for a successful career in the Frisian IT sector. On January 6, the program kicked off in Leeuwarden, where thirteen highly educated status holders enthusiastically began their journey.

Growing demand for IT talent in Friesland

For years, Friesland has been struggling with a shortage of IT professionals, a problem that is not unique to the region but is becoming increasingly acute. At a time when digitization and centralization are on the agenda, organizations in Friesland are having great difficulty finding the right people to strengthen their IT teams. This shortage not only inhibits the growth of organizations, but also hinders economic progress in the region.

With our approach in training and guiding motivated status holders to a successful IT career to make a living, it has another goal: to support Frisian organizations in their search for qualified employees. The program provides participants with intensive hands-on training, focusing not only on technical skills, but also on Dutch language skills – a crucial factor in finding employment.Harness potential and create opportunities

The IT traineeship is more than just a training program; “With our traineeship, we want to bring diversity to IT teams and at the same time contribute to the economic growth of Frisian organizations,” says Jan Princen, co-founder of Motopp.

“Friesland has an enormous potential of talent that is not yet fully exploited, and we see it as our mission to change that.”

The choice to start precisely in Friesland is therefore not accidental. The region, thanks in part to cooperation with local parties such as the municipality of Leeuwarden and Fryslân Werkt, offers enormous potential. Together, they ensure that status holders not only get the chance to develop their skills, but also to actually start working for organizations that are in need of IT talent.

Dutch language as key to success

One of the biggest obstacles for status holders to find suitable work is the language barrier. Although many status holders are highly educated and bring valuable experience, the lack of command of the Dutch language often proves to be a stumbling block. This is a problem Motopp specifically aims to address.

“We have expanded our standard IT traineeship to include a Dutch vocational course,” explains Jan Princen. “Participants not only learn the technical skills they need, but also develop their language skills so they can function independently and confidently in a Dutch working environment.”

This focus on language is one of the factors that makes the program unique. It provides participants with a solid foundation to successfully integrate into the IT sector while lowering barriers for employers. The result? A triple win situation that benefits both the participant, the employer and society.

A diverse group full of potential

On Monday, Jan. 6, the first thirteen participants took off in Leeuwarden. This group is an impressive reflection of diversity and talent. The participants bring diverse backgrounds and skills: from physics teacher to IT specialist at the Turkish Ministry of Environment. 

“Each of them has a unique story and a wealth of experience,” says Anna Maas, Partnership & Recruitment Manager at Motopp, “This makes the process not only inspiring, but also promising. We see in this group not only potential, but also a tremendous drive to succeed. It is wonderful to see how they use their talents to make a difference in the IT sector in Friesland.”

Cooperation with municipality and local partners

An important part of the success of the IT traineeship is the close cooperation with local partners such as the municipality of Leeuwarden and Fryslân Werkt. This cooperation makes it possible to provide customized training while having a positive impact on the region.

“The partnership with the municipality and Fryslân Werkt is crucial for creating opportunities for status holders,” says Jan Princen. “They help to find and guide the right candidates. Together we are building an inclusive labor market where everyone gets a chance.”

For more information, contact Anna Maas | [email protected]