Work in Finland: Where the Jobs Are and How to Apply Safely in 2026
Finland needs nurses, doctors, teachers, ICT and engineering staff. How to find real jobs on official portals and avoid paying agents for Finland work offers.
EuropeIn brief
- Finland's official Work in Finland service says ICT, health care, bioeconomy, health technology, electronics, cyber security, manufacturing and renewable energy are recruiting.
- Health and social care face the deepest shortages, including nurses, midwives, doctors and social workers.
- Real vacancies are listed on Work in Finland's jobsite and the official Job Market Finland (Työmarkkinatori) platform.
- Job seekers never have to pay for recruitment in Finland; offers asking for upfront fees or promising visas are a red flag.
| Country | Europe |
|---|---|
| Organization | Work in Finland (Business Finland) |
| Official source | Work in Finland – Finland's job market ✓ workinfinland.com |
Posts promising "Work in Finland" opportunities are spreading on social media, many of them from immigration consultancies. Finland does have real labour shortages, but the safest way in is through the country's official job portals, where employers post vacancies directly and job seekers pay nothing.
Here is what Finland's official Work in Finland service, run by Business Finland, says about where the jobs are and how to apply.
Sectors that are hiring
| Sector | Typical roles |
|---|---|
| Health and social care | Nurses, midwives, doctors, social workers, care staff |
| ICT and software | Developers, cloud, data and gaming roles |
| Cyber security | Security analysts and engineers |
| Health technology and electronics | Engineers, technicians, product specialists |
| Manufacturing | Production, maintenance and engineering staff |
| Bioeconomy and renewable energy | Forestry, energy and environmental engineering roles |
Health and social care is where shortages are deepest. A Finnish list of "mismatch" occupations published in September 2026, as reported by Legit.ng, named medical and health professionals, nurses, social work professionals, teachers and some business and administration roles as hard to fill.
Where to find real vacancies
| Platform | What it does |
|---|---|
| Work in Finland jobsite | Official site for international talent, with current openings and guides |
| Job Market Finland (Työmarkkinatori) | The government's job-matching platform; create a profile so employers can find you |
| Migri | Finnish Immigration Service, for residence permits once you have a job offer |
| YTJ business register | Check that a Finnish employer is a real, registered company |
Language
About nine in ten Finns speak English, and many ICT, gaming and multinational companies work fully in English. Health care, teaching and most public sector jobs usually need Finnish or Swedish, so check each advert. Free Finnish learning resources are available, and even basic Finnish helps.
How to stay safe
Work in Finland warns job seekers to be careful with unofficial platforms and social media offers that ask for payment up front or promise a visa. In Finland, recruitment is free for job seekers. A genuine job offer comes from an employer, and the residence permit is decided by Migri, not by an agent.
Before you deal with any consultancy:
- Ask for the name of the Finnish employer and check it on YTJ.
- Look for the same vacancy on the employer's own website or Job Market Finland.
- Never pay for a "job offer" or "guaranteed work permit".
What it means for job seekers
- Nurses and care workers have the best chances, but expect to need professional registration and Finnish language skills.
- Tech workers can often start in English. Build a strong portfolio and apply directly.
- Use the official portals first. They are free and list real employers.
- Treat paid "Finland job packages" with caution. If you can't name and verify the employer, walk away.
See also our guide on the EU Talent Pool for non-EU job seekers.
Frequently asked questions
Which jobs are in demand in Finland?
Health and social care (nurses, midwives, doctors, social workers), teaching, ICT and software, cyber security, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy.
Where can I find official job vacancies in Finland?
On the Work in Finland jobsite (workinfinland.com) and Job Market Finland (tyomarkkinatori.fi), the government's job-matching platform.
Do I need to speak Finnish to work in Finland?
Not always. Many tech, gaming and international firms work in English, but health care and public sector jobs usually need Finnish or Swedish.
Should I pay an agent to get a job in Finland?
No. Official guidance says job seekers never pay for recruitment. Be careful with any offer that asks for fees or promises a visa.
Apply only through the official source.
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