How to find a job
Published: 17. December 2024
Are you looking for a job? Here is a simple overview of everything you need to know as a job seeker in Norway.
Look for a job on your own
Use arbeidsplassen.no
You can apply for vacant positions at arbeidsplassen.no - NAV’s job database. At arbeidsplassen.no, you will also find more detailed information about looking for a job in Norway, how to contact employers, get your education recognised and what you need before you start working.
Job advertisements online
Most positions in Norway are advertised on websites such as:
Help to find a job
If you don’t succeed in finding a job on your own, NAV can provide information, guidance and various measures to help you find a job. If you would like to receive help from NAV, you must register as a jobseeker at nav.no so that NAV can assess your need for help from NAV.
Career guidance from the county authority
Do you need help to make good, well-informed choices about education, training and work? You can get career guidance from the county authority. Career guidance is free for anyone over the age of 19. Career guidance will help you to see your education, training and work opportunities more easily.
Are you new to Norway and looking for a job?
Here you’ll find information, tips, and tools to help you find and apply for jobs.