Career insights & guides
Salaries, sectors and how-to guides for working in Greenland.
Work as a SOSU assistant in Greenland: tasks and conditions
Everyday life as a SOSU assistant in Greenland ranges from elderly care to health tasks in small teams. Here is what you need to know about requirements, conditions, and life in the towns.
19 Oct 2026
Health and medical assistance in Greenland: doctor, dentist, and insurance
Get to know the healthcare system in Greenland as a newcomer: general practitioner, dentist, emergency assistance, medication, travel between towns, and what a private insurance typically should cover.
12 Oct 2026
Seasonal work and short-term jobs in Greenland: here's how to find them
Tourism, fishing, and summer jobs are prominent during Greenland's busy months. Here are the specific job types, requirements, and strategies that make it realistic to land a short-term job.
05 Oct 2026
Living and working in Nuuk: jobs, housing, and daily life
Practical guide to moving to Nuuk: where the jobs are, how to find housing, and what you need to know about everyday life, economy, and networking in Greenland.
28 Sep 2026
Languages at work in Greenland: Greenlandic, Danish, and English
Get a handle on when Greenlandic, Danish, and English really matter at work in Greenland – and how to manage if you can't do it all from the start.
21 Sep 2026
Moving to Greenland with family: school, childcare, and everyday life
A practical guide for families with children: school and daycare, jobs for partners, housing, and the logistics of everyday life — from Nuuk to smaller towns.
14 Sep 2026
CV for the Greenlandic job market: how to adapt it
A Greenland-ready CV is short, concrete, and practical. Here you get a template for content, language, and documentation, so you meet the employers' needs.
07 Sep 2026
How to write a strong job application for a job in Greenland
A concrete guide to what employers in Greenland look for in applications and CVs – and how to make it easy for them to say yes to you.
31 Aug 2026
Salary and wage levels in Greenland: what you can expect
Salary in Greenland mainly depends on the collective agreement, qualifications, and where you live. Here are the typical allowances, conditions, and pitfalls you should know before you say yes.
24 Aug 2026
Cost of living in Greenland: what does everyday life cost?
Food, housing, transportation, and leisure in Greenland can be more expensive and vary greatly from town to town. Here are the main expenses and what you should ask about before you move.
17 Aug 2026
Housing in Greenland: how to find a place to live
Get a handle on staff housing, waiting lists, and rent before you say yes to a job in Greenland. Here are the questions you should ask – and the pitfalls you can avoid.
10 Aug 2026
How to obtain a residence and work permit for Greenland
Get an overview of the rules for Nordic and other citizens: who needs to apply, what you need to have ready, and how the process typically works.
06 Aug 2026