With the perfect blend of the ancient world meeting modern society, Italy is one amongst the most desirable places in the world to work in. A few things you will definitely get to enjoy are the Mediterranean lifestyle, beautiful sunny climate, breath-taking landscapes, awe-inspiring architecture and fantastic food. However, when it comes to the job scene, the pandemic has certainly had a major impact on the Italian economy. But having said that, even if the world changes around you, your dream to move and work in Italy doesn’t have to.

According to the International Monetary Fund, Italy is the world’s eighth biggest economy, that relies heavily on its manufacturing and services industries. The northern region cities such as Milan, Turin, Genoa, etc. are more industrialised.

Here are a few pointers to help you better prepare for living and working in Italy:

1. Learning to speak the local language and being proficient in Italian would be a great benefit, as most Italians are not fluent in spoken English.
2. Networking through friends and acquaintances are a viable means of getting information of any jobs available.
3. Job applications are mostly accepted online. Therefore, get your CV updated and a good cover letter drafted and ready to send.
4. If possible, try to do any type of voluntary work. Not only does it look good on your CV, it expands your skillset and also gives you an opportunity to network and build contacts.
5. Ensure that your visa, residence and work permit to live and work in Italy is all in place.
6. Since Italy is Europe’s biggest fashion capitals and since the Italians are known to be well-dressed people, for any interview, please dress to impress!

The European Union (EU) labour market has forecasted that demand for jobs will be high in the administration services, health & social care, and professional services, in the next 10 years or so. The occupations that have a skill shortage currently are health-related occupations, teaching professionals, design professionals and, ICT professionals, to name a few. Right now, it is the services sector that is dominating the economy, with its ongoing strong focus on wholesale, retail sales and transportation. In terms of agriculture, Italy is known to be one of the top producers for olive oil and wine. Teaching is also an occupation that is always in high-demand. 

Websites to apply for job vacancies in Italy-

https://www.totaljobs.com/jobs/in-italy

https://lavoro.corriere.it/

https://www.reed.co.uk/jobs/jobs-in-italy

https://www.thelocal.it/jobs/

https://www.glassdoor.co.uk/Job/italy-english-speaking-jobs-SRCH_IL.0,5_IN120_KO6,22.htm

If you are interested in internship opportunities, you could visit-

https://www.internships-italy.com/en/

https://www.goabroad.com/intern-abroad/search/italy/internships-abroad-1

The average salary in Italy is around 1,800 EUR and it depends hugely on your qualifications and years of experience. The regions where you take up work also matters. With regards to work hours, the Italians work anywhere between 36-40 hours per week. The maximum legal working week is set at 40 hours with an additional eight hours of overtime. Working in Italy tends to be highly structured, and typical working days are Monday to Friday from 8 or 9am until 6 or 7pm, with a two-hour lunch break. Employees are also entitled to at least four weeks of paid annual leave along with 12 public holidays.

If you want to study, live and work in Italy, and would like to know more about it or start the process, visit our website or give us a call and we’ll gladly assist you.