Stillingssøk

Stillingssøk, or the act of seeking employment, refers to the activities a person undertakes to obtain paid work. In Norwegian contexts, stillingssøk encompasses searching for vacancies, evaluating job opportunities, preparing job applications and CVs, and applying to positions. The term is commonly used in discussions about unemployment and workforce participation.

People engage in stillingssøk across various channels, including public employment services, private recruitment agencies, and online job portals. Typical steps include finding suitable vacancies, tailoring applications, writing cover letters, updating a CV, and preparing for interviews. Networking and informational interviews are also common components of the process.

In Norway, stillingssøk is often linked to NAV, the Labour and Welfare Administration, especially for those receiving unemployment benefits. Benefit recipients may be required to actively seek work and document their job-search efforts. Reporting can involve logging applications, job searches, and participation in activation activities, and non-compliance can affect eligibility for benefits.

Effective stillingssøk combines clarity of goals with systematic tracking. Applicants should set realistic targets, customize applications for each vacancy, maintain an up-to-date CV, and monitor deadlines. Diversifying methods, such as direct outreach to employers and networking, can increase opportunities and reduce job-search fatigue.

Related concepts include unemployment, career services, CV and søknad writing, and recruitment platforms. In Norwegian practice, the process emphasizes both proactive outreach and compliance with public welfare requirements to support timely re-entry into work.