146 first jobs in the public sector

The government is the largest employer in the country. Public sector jobs are a great choice for people who want to make a real impact on society and help shape the nation. With nearly any background, you can find a meaningful career working for the state. Whether you studied law, IT, accountancy, finance, construction, environmental studies, spatial planning, health sciences, economics & business, or engineering—you have a shot at landing a starter job in the public sector. With such a wide range of roles and profiles, there’s bound to be something that fits you.

You can choose to work at the federal, Flemish, provincial, or local level. You’ll also have the choice between applying as a contract worker or as a civil servant. Civil servants enjoy some attractive benefits. It might seem far off now, but as a civil servant you’re entitled to a generous pension. You also benefit from job security—civil servants can only be dismissed after multiple negative evaluations or as a disciplinary measure. Both contractual employees and civil servants receive free hospital insurance and can use public transport for free to commute to work.

Have a passion for the public sector? Browse through our vacancies—you might just find the job of a lifetime!

Found a vacancy that speaks to you? This article about CV will help you write a great one. Also take a moment to check out our application tips. Good luck!

Looking for a graduate job? You’ll find it on our graduate job page. Searching for an internship? Start your search with the internship vacancies. And finally, you can find student jobs here.