Working a summer job in Norway is a great way to "try out" the country before making a long-term international commitment. It's also a perfect opportunity to meet new people, learn about Norwegian culture, and experience the country's beautiful summers and breath-taking natural beauty. Check out the options below for finding seasonal work and making the most of your visit to Norway.

Farm Work
If you like picking strawberries, just knock on the door of a farm with 'Jordboer Tilsalgs' (strawberries for sale) along side the road. If you prefer cherry picking, travel to the Hardanger area during their harvest, which starts at the end of June. You can also pay a small fee to join a volunteer organization, which provides you with room and board in exchange for farm work. WWOOF (World-Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms) has hundreds of farm work opportunities all over the world—check out their website.

Tourist Attractions
Big attractions like the GladMat festival or the Volley Ball Tournament in Stavanger need part-time workers to serve food. Try contacting local employment agencies, such as Manpower (telephone: + 51934100) to find out more information.

Kongeparken, a large amusement park near Sandnes, employs many temporary staff workers during the summer. E-mail the park directly at info@kongeparken.no.

Volunteer Work
Although it doesn't pay, volunteer work is a great way to experience Norway in a way few tourists ever will. If you're interested in music, check out the annual Stavanger Chamber Music Festival, scheduled this year for August 12 through 18. Volunteers help out with ticket sales, transportation, catering, and office work, and get free access to many of the concerts throughout the week.

Salaries and Taxes
Volunteering is also a great way to avoid tax issues and work permits. If you do find a part-time job, most of your salary will be paid in cash, which can make taxes tricky. Also, you probably wonÕt earn more than 30,000NOK (about $4,000 USD). However, if the authorities check your passport while you are working, you will need to have a temporary work permit, which can be difficult to obtain unless you have a job before you arrive in the country.

For more information on conducting an international job search, go to www.goinglobal.com. Original article can be found at: http://www.goinglobal.com/hot_topics/norway_rankin_summer.asp