No clear career plan? Simon found direction with Magnet.me and is now growing as a Junior Mendix Consultant at Emixa.

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“Magnet.me quickly showed me a clear overview of vacancies tailored to you thanks to smart AI matching. It’s short, concise, and ideal for exploring my options.”

Not everyone graduates with a clear career path in mind. And that’s perfectly okay. Simon, now Junior Mendix Consultant at Emixa, knew he wanted to combine consultancy and software development, but didn’t have a concrete idea of what that looked like.

Magnet.me gave him insight into his options and helped him navigate the start of his career. Eventually, he found his place at Emixa, where he now has the opportunity to grow professionally.

No fixed plan, just a clear goal

After studying Business Information Technology at the University of Twente and gaining experience as a web developer, Simon was still looking for the role that would truly fit him.

“I knew I wanted to work in both consultancy and development, but I wasn’t sure what that combination looked like in the job market.”

The overload of long, generic job descriptions made it hard to make a choice. Traditional platforms did not offer much overview with similar looking vacancies and little clarity, making the application process confusing and time-consuming.

A smarter way to explore career options.

That changed when Simon discovered Magnet.me.

“You get a fast, clear overview of vacancies tailored to you thanks to smart AI matching. It’s short, concise, and ideal for exploring my options.”

Instead of endlessly scrolling through irrelevant listings, Simon received personalized job suggestions based on his profile and interests. He could easily swipe through relevant roles and connect directly with employers that aligned with his ambitions.

This gave him instant insight into the job market. It made his search not only more efficient, but also more focused and successful.

The right fit goes both ways

During his exploration, Emixa quickly caught Simon’s attention. What immediately stood out was the company culture.

“Everyone says their company has a flat structure, but at Emixa, you really feel it. People are open, helpful, and eager to support you, which makes it easy to ask questions and learn quickly.”

That strong match goes both ways. Cultural fit plays an equally important role on the employer’s side. Lisa Scheepers, Corporate recruiter at Emixa, experiences firsthand how Magnet.me’s user-friendliness and smart matching help speed up the hiring process.

“Magnet.me allows me to connect our vacancies to motivated candidates who are actively looking for a new challenge in a smart and efficient way.”

As a result, Lisa ends up speaking with people who are genuinely a good fit for the team and the role. And it works: several colleagues have already joined Emixa through the platform.

Growing in a supportive environment

Emixa not only offered the working atmosphere Simon was looking for, but also the chance to develop himself. Thanks to the Young Professional Program, Simon has the opportunity to continue to grow both professionally and personally.

Every three weeks, he participates in training days focused on consultancy and personal development. “That combination of deepening technical knowledge and developing soft skills fits my ambition to develop broadly.”

Your career, your pace

What Simon appreciates most is the flexibility.

“If you’re ready for more responsibility, that’s possible. But if you need more time to build your skills, that’s fine too.”

This freedom allows Simon to shape his career path in a way that fits his pace. His goal is to build a strong technical foundation first and eventually move into project leadership. The steep learning curve provided by the Young Professional Program is already helping him move toward that ambition.

Simon’s advice: explore and experiment

For students and recent graduates just starting their careers, Simon has some valuable advice: “You don’t need to have it all figured out from the start. Look around and try different things to see what you like!”

“Look around and start conversations, with people and companies.“ For him, applying is not only just a way to get in somewhere, but also a chance to discover what you like.

“By actively applying and putting my motivation into words in letters and interviews, I got a better and deeper understanding of what I was really looking for.’

No set plan? No problem.

Whether you know exactly what you’re after or you’re still exploring your options, Magnet.me is here to guide you. With smart, personalized job suggestions based on your profile and instant connections to employers, you’ll stay effortlessly up to date on relevant opportunities, without the endless scrolling.

Create your profile on Magnet.me and discover where you thrive.