Strategic move to connect young talents and regional industries

The "Sommarjobb i Vest" platform offers an up-to-date overview of available summer jobs in all of Vestland, with regular updates to ensure job seekers can access the latest opportunities. The initiative is a collaboration effort between Vestland County, NHO Vestland and NAV, supported by the local banks Fana Sparebank, Sparebanken Vest, and Sparebanken Sogn og Fjordane. The aim is to provide young people with valuable work experience, but also supporting employers throughout the region, who are searching for motivated young people to fill a variety of positions.

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An investment in the future

The "Sommarjobb i Vest" program is more than just a job-matching platform, it's a strategic effort to invest in the future of Vestland's workforce and economy. By connecting young talent with local businesses, the initiative addresses several critical challenges facing the region. As Vestland faces rapid changes in industries and demographics, initiatives like this ensure the region remains vibrant, competitive, and ready for the future.  

The Vestland region is home to a diverse range of industries. However, many businesses face challenges in attracting and retaining skilled workers. By offering summer jobs to students and recent graduates, companies can tap into a pool of motivated young professionals, strengthening their operations and contributing to regional economic growth.  

By aligning student skills with the needs of local businesses, "Sommarjobb i Vest" helps address the skills gap. It allows businesses to find candidates with relevant training and enables young people to apply their education in real-world settings.  

It is not the first time the community pulls togheter to attract talens. The industry clusters in Greater Bergen have several programs to attract the best candidates for the future industries. Read more here. 

Coming to work in Vestlnad? The nature is in close proximity when working here. Most locations offer great possibilities to enjoy the outdoor life after work hours. Photo: Charlotte Hartvigsen Lem.

Prevents brain drain

Hopefully the project can also be a way to prevent brain drain and ensures that the region retains its brightest minds.  

A job opportunity might be a way to connect talents closer to the region, and not leave after graduation. It may also be a way to encourages young people who chose to study elsewhere to stay connected to Vestland by showing them the wide range of career opportunities available locally.

- The initiative strengthens ties between young people and local communities. By working in the region, students develop a deeper connection to Vestland's culture and values. This sense of belonging can encourage them to establish their long-term careers in the area, conludes Tone Hartvedt in Invest in Bergen. 

Norwegian work culture places a high value on work-life balance. While working hours may vary, 8-hour workdays/40-hour workweeks are typical. This contributes to a stable work-life balance for the labour force. 

Norway also has one of the world’s best gender-related equal opportunity records and is organised to accommodate dual-career families.