JOBS IN NORWAY 2018

Everything you need to know about finding a job in Norway as a foreigner.Without doubt the most common question we receive is how to find a job in Norway. The biggest barrier for most is one of language, closely followed by qualifications and experience.Not only is the Norwegian labour market highly-skilled in English, it is also highly qualified. A large proportion of the population holding a master’s degree. Unemployment is also low relative to most other countries, meaning job vacancies can be few and far between.Find English-speaking jobs in Norway It’s a fact that Norwegian employers favour those who can speak Norwegian natively or to fluency, even for jobs where fluency in English is an advantage. It comes down to fitting in with the office culture.If there are two people with similar skills and experience, but one has native ability in Norwegian whereas the other is still learning, the job will almost always go to the native speaker.Having said that, there are English-speaking jobs in Norway and there are opportunities for foreigners to become employed. 

On this page, we’ve gathered together information about the careers that we’re asked about most often. You can also search for job vacancies here.Get the Book! We've teamed up with an experienced Norwegian recruitment consultant who has helped many expats find employment. Our book, How to Find a Job in Norway, is coming out soon. Find out more here!Industries that employ foreigners Read on our detailed industry guides and discover which kinds of work are best suited to expats, and those still learning Norwegian.Jobs for Students in Norway Jobs for Students in Norway How one student in Norway found two part-time jobs to help pay the bills. 

It’s no secret that getting a job in Norway is hard for foreigners. Between the language barrier, tax office confusion, and visa/residence permit requirements applying for a job can seem daunting. Getting a job as a student can be even harder as you can only apply for part-time jobs and have a class schedule to work … [Read more...]Seafood Jobs in Norway Seafood Jobs in Norway How to find work in this massively important export industry. Seafood is the second largest export sector in Norway after oil and gas. The industry includes traditional fishing, modern fish farming and processing of all kinds of seafood at onshore facilities. Because of increased competition, quotas, and new technology, the traditional industry has changed significantly in recent years and the … [Read more...]

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