The main portal for job seekers in Norway is the online marketplace finn.no or Arbeidsplassen at NAV. Here you can find all sorts of jobs within a range of fields. It could also be wise to visit industry specific portals online or the companies you wish to work for - oftentimes they publish open vacancies on their websites.

The job market in Oslo can be fierce, and language is often the main barrier for international expats. Most jobs require Norwegian language, so it is a good idea to have a basic knowledge of Norwegian before applying for jobs. There are certain industries where it is more common that the working language is English however, such as ICT, shipping, oil, gas and academia.

Startups and scaleups in Oslo are craving skilled workers within disciplines such as tech & IT, product and business development. They offer global talent the opportunity to build their careers and have a good life in Oslo. Check Oslo Business Region overview of the startup community, maybe there are ways for you to network?

If you want to learn more about recognition of foreign education and regulated professions, please have a look through our “Moving to Oslo? A Practical Guide” section.