Reshape Your Lifestyle in Southern Lapland and Beyond

Imagine pristine nature, work, play, abundant snow, the midnight sun – all with a touch of mystery. Southern Lapland might not be for everyone, but for adventure seekers, it offers a chance for unforgettable experiences.

Explore the stories of those who embraced the unknown and discover exciting job opportunities across various industries.

Maybe you too will fall in love with the Finnish attitude and lifestyle.

Discover our beautiful nature, unique way of life, and diverse opportunities

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Location

The area is located in northern Finland, on the edge of Lapland! There is an airport in Kuusamo, and the flight time to Helsinki, Finland’s capital, is only 1 hour. The nearest larger cities are Oulu, Rovaniemi and Kajaani – each of them approximately a two-hour drive away.

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Employment Opportunities

The best employment opportunities in the region can be found in the travel and tourism industry, forest-based industries, metal industry as well as the social and healthcare sector. The area consists of three neighbouring municipalities – each of them with their own strengths and characteristics. You can e.g. work in one, live in another and visit the third one… just because! They are all located less than an hour’s drive from one another.

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Stories

Entrepreneurship, Kuusamo

Straight from Nice to Kuusamo

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Posio, Tourism Industry

Maïlys moved from France to Finland and set up her own tour company in Posio

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Kuusamo, Tourism Industry

Pertti Changed the Course of His Life and Enrolled in the Wilderness Guide School in Kuusamo

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Posio, Remote work

Sustainable Development and Wintertime Nature Attracted Antti to Posio

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