Job Resources
While it is not impossible to find a job in Denmark, it is very difficult and takes a great deal of time.
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Employment Trends
Small- and medium-sized enterprises play an important role in the Danish economy, employing 66.2 percent of the Danish workforce.
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Engineering
Industrial production and export are recovering from the global recession and increased hiring is anticipated.
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Accounting and Finance
Danish banks are currently in rough waters due to low national economic growth and new regulations, resulting in low returns.
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Healthcare Industry
The Danish medtech cluster is among the top in Europe. Biochemists, researchers and pharmacists are some of the in-demand occupations.
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Top Companies
The following list represents companies reporting the largest assets/revenues in the country. More than 400,000 additional corporate profiles can be found in Going Global's Employer Directory.
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Financial Considerations
While Denmark is more expensive than other EU countries, it is still less costly than many countries in the world.
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Work Permits/Visas
Denmark's visa application process is straightforward. Denmark issues Schengen visas, which are valid in 15 countries.
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Resume/CVs
Applications by email are becoming common, and it is usually permissible to send an application by fax before also sending it via post, but first request permission.
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Interviewing Advice
When meeting others in the company, it is important to pay close attention to their names and what they have to say. Dress for an interview should always be formal and conservative.
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Cultural Advice
The Danes work intensely while on the job in order to go home to their families early.
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