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Looking for work on the costas?
If
you arrive in Spain, along the coast, looking for work, be
prepared for seasonal work. Between May and September the
coastal workforce swells with many opportunities in bars,
clubs and restaurants. The coastal areas of Spain are
currently
enjoying a continued boom in the construction industry which
offers many positions for everything from bricklayers to planners.
New hotels, houses and apartments are springing up at an alarming
rate.
There
are also job opportunities for bi-lingual teachers of English
at all levels. Have a look at our section on schools for a
few ideas.
Another
popular area to work in is working in service for wealthy
families in Spain, especially if you have experience in house-keeping,
cooking, maintenance or driving. The local Spanish and English
press often carry classified advertisements. The internet
is also a good source of information. Be aware though that
the wages can be very low and the hours can be very long.
There are many foreigners arriving in Spain, looking for this
type of work and needs dictate that they will settle for very
little. Some wealthy people will take advantage of this so
while this kind of job may look appealing, be wary.
Spain has a thriving economy and offers a multitude of job
opportunities for all nationalities. The
Costa del Sol in southern Spain offers a wide variety of
jobs, although many of them are seasonal. If you are looking for
work in the catering or bar trade then this is a good place to
start.
For other job related sites:
IdealSpain.com Link Page
Buy
a bar in Spain with Fiesta Property Services
Other
relevant sections:
Working in Spain - A full guide to
the laws and regulations
Interviews with residents
- True accounts of English speaking people who have made the move to Spain
Work Experience in Spain - Learn while you
work
To
work in Spain you must have an NIE Nº.
Download
the form from this page.
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