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How to Find Jobs in Scandinavia

By Terri Mapes, About.com

If you're trying to find a job in Scandinavia, you've come to the right place, no matter what type of job in Scandinavia you need.

Work visa law is complex, so contact one of the Scandinavian embassies near you to find out more about your work visa options. Most Europeans residing longer than 6 months in Scandinavia need a residence certificate. Others usually need a residence and work permit (contact the embassy nearest you).

Use this employment information to find your job in Scandinavia, sorted by country.

1. Job Search Across Scandinavia

Scroll down to search jobs by country.

2. Jobs in Scandinavia: SWEDEN

A work permit for Sweden can be granted without labor shortages, and it is valid for a maximum of two years at a time.

3. Jobs in Scandinavia: DENMARK

Jobs in Denmark are easier to come by if you are trained or experienced in a specialized field of work, no matter which one. The rate of immigration is quite low.

4. Jobs in Scandinavia: NORWAY

Jobs in Norway offer a wide variety of benefits, steady employment, and high pay.

5. Jobs in Scandinavia: FINLAND

Find out if you need a work permit for Finland, and where you can find the most jobs depending on whether you speak only English or both English and Finnish.

6. Jobs in Scandinavia: ICELAND

Jobs in Iceland aren't very hard to come by if you're a good, helpful worker. You have much better chances if you speak Icelandic, though. Let's find out more about Jobs in Iceland here.
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