Introduction program

With an end goal of getting a job or higher education

The municipality will offer an introduction program for you, aged between 18 and 55 years old, within 3 months of arrival.

The purpose of the program is to help you quickly enter employment or start education, and become financially independent.

It requires a strong personal effort; working hard and purposefully towards a clear goal - a specific job or education.

The duration of the program is determined based on your desired end goal, and your educational background. The duration can range from 3 months to 4 years. Note: If you have higher education, the automatic end goal will be employment.

The content of the program is individually tailored. This means that the program differs from person to person.

A Program Advisor will plan the program together with you and be your contact person and supporter throughout the program.

The Integration Unit regularly assesses your efforts and focus, and will terminate the program if you do not actively work towards your end goal.

The program usually ends upon achieving the desired end goal or duration. In some cases, the program can be extended. Extension is based on an individual assessment and requires an application.

Note: If you have temporary collective protection status, you have the right, but not the obligation, to participate in the introduction program. If you choose to start the program, you are obligated to follow the rules for the introduction program as stated in the Integration Act.

You will receive a salary and vacation. Your age and the duration of the program will impact the amount of salary and vacation time you are entitled to. Please contact your advisor for more information.

You can find information about the introduction program from Norwegian authorities here: Ny i Norge (New in Norway).

The Program Advisor Team

The Program Advisor Team consists of four advisors.

When you start the introduction program, you will receive one advisor who will be your primarily contact.

The Program Advisor Team works monday - friday from 08.00 - 15.00.

We kindly ask you to respect the working hours, and make sure to book appointment if you need our assistance.

We are looking forward to getting to know you!

The Intro Team

The Intro Team is responsible for facilitating education according to your needs, such as finance, housing, employment, society, health, digital skills, parenting guidance, etc. The purpose is to provide you with enough knowledge to make informed decisions for yourself and your family.

The education will consist of a few hours per week if you are not in work practice or employment.

For more information about the education offered, see:

Mitt Intro.

We look forward to getting to know you!