»» Relocating to Italy: Job Opportunities
For many people who choose to expatriate, the ability to get a job plays an important role in their choice about the country where to relocate to.
Looking for job in Italy is a hard matter to deal with.
Which Job?
Teaching English , is one of the common occupations for expatriates in Italy, also one of most suggested ways by the expat guides to quickly get an income .
However, because is one of the most common ways, thousands of expats are already doing it, so expect you strong competition and poor income. Furthermore, if you give private lessons you should also pay your taxes.
You should get hired by language schools or translation agencies, under a regular contract, to get your taxes and social security paid by your employer.
Language schools or translation agencies are not so common in the peripheral areas of Italy and generally require a TEFL (Teacher of English as a Foreign Language) certificate or its equivalent.
Small Business Option
One of the options expats in Italy should mostly consider — just few are doing that, is working in small companies.
There is a list of good reasons to do that.
1. A lot of Italian small companies export their products, so need english speaking staff.
2. Most of staff employed in small business in Italy has poor english language skills, so it’s easy get hired, especially if you opt for a part-time job.
3. You need not of TEFL certificate or equivalent to work there.
4. Small business are 95 percent of total businesses in Italy and are located throughout the country, including the peripheral areas.
5. Most importantly, you have a chance to get a bigger salary, with your taxes and social security paid by your employer.
