Local jobs - how to find them

Local jobs

Have you been looking for a job but had trouble finding local jobs? There are a number of different ways to narrow down your job search so that you can focus on and get a job in your municipality or in other areas where you want to work.

Use local resources

Start by using local resources. It may sound simple, but many job-seeking young people are so obsessed with applying for jobs online that they forget about traditional methods. Going through your local employment office, town hall or school can be just the right way to find local jobs.The employment service can provide you with the support you need when you apply for a job and have special support for youth jobs. Your upper secondary school may also have a large number of partners who have short-term or part-time jobs. You can of course also use Blocket's local pages.

Master your job search engine

Search engines are the most common place to start when looking for work, but it is quite unusual for ads to appear on Google or Bing, use special job search engines instead. The most common Swedish search engines for finding jobs are Platsbanken, Monster and Academic Work.

Tips for finding the right one with the help of search engines

Search for the type of work you are interested in as a keyword together with the city or municipality. Advanced search functions can allow you to narrow your search even further through, for example, company name or job title. Use specific searches such as what level of experience you are looking for by entering it directly in the search field, for example: "1-2 years of work experience", "junior" or "no experience required"If you live in metropolitan regions such as Stockholm and Gothenburg, it is not uncommon for ads in your area; for example, Sollentuna, faces the whole of Stockholm. Therefore, use the search function to find your area, instead of categories. Are you looking for a job at your local ICA in Sollentuna? Then enter: "shop assistant ica no experience sollentuna"

Read the local newspapers

It is easy to forget the local newspapers when looking for a job, but they have strong networks and good contacts locally in your area. Finding youth jobs or local assignments is easy in the local newspapers. This can apply to everything from dog sitting to a few extra hours at local offices.Many local newspapers also have online advertising. Newspapers like Mitt I have both extensive local online newspapers and private ads. See more on Mitt I:s website.

Keep track of local jobs available on local bulletin boards

The easiest but most time consuming way to find new jobs may be to keep track of local bulletin boards. In your immediate area there are walking paths and parks in which there are bulletin boards where you can look for ads or set up your own if you know what kind of job you are looking for. A common local youth job is babysitting or babysitting.

Get Yepstr

Yepstr is an app for both Android and iOS in which you can meet neighbors or others who live in your municipality and need help with dog sitting, babysitting, gardening or other short-term jobs. All jobs are adapted to fit as youth jobs and are always local.When you work via Yepstr, all jobs are insured and your references are saved so that you can use them in your CV. The app includes a level system through which you can make more money, get better references and finally find work with companies.Get started Yepstr.

Start talking

Take a moment and think about how many companies you pass on the way to and from school. You pass kiosks, shops and other offices that may need help. Today, it is so common to apply for a job online that it can be a strong advantage to go in and talk to the store or business owner directly.

Use social media

Social media can also be very good for getting in touch with your local favorite company. Many ICA retailers or restaurants have their own Facebook pages specific to your area. With a gentle approach, you could start an online discussion with the manager of your local favorite company.Start by following local companies in social media such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn. Look for job advertisements and participate in conversations when appropriate.

Work for the municipality

Your municipality has several different local jobs, extra jobs and summer jobs. Applying for a summer job via the municipality is thankful as you can apply for several jobs at the same time and because there is a lot of outdoor work.Municipal jobs are advertised partly on your municipality's website on offentliga jobb.

Ask, ask, ask

The first job often comes through family and friends. Ask your parents who they know who may need help. Then, of course, your friends who already have a job have a foot inside, talk to them and hear if they can help. Think carefully about what kind of contacts you might have: former colleagues, bosses, roommates, classmates, teammates or grandparents.Get in touch via Facebook, have a coffee and keep an eye out for opportunities to help them so that they remember you when opportunities open up.