Dreaming of working and living in Spain? Find seasonal, summer, travel, temporary and short term jobs for English speakers in Spain. View our guide how to find a job in as a foreigner, search employers and apply today.
Latest Vacancies
These companies can help you to find work in Spain. Browse our regional destination guides for more employers throughout the country which hire foreign staff.
TUI
Work as a kids club holiday rep at holidays resorts in Spain with TUI. Seasonal and permanent contracts are available with competitive salaries and more added benefits.
Good Time Group
Good Time Group offer hotel, entertainment and animation jobs in the tourism and hospitality industries. Apply to work in Spain or onboard cruises ships.
Instituto Hemingway
Instituto Hemingway offer Spanish language courses, jobs in hotels or au pairing, internships, and volunteering programs in Bilbao, Spain.
International TEFL and TESOL Training
Take a TEFL certification course with International TEFL and TESOL Training and get a recognised qualification to teach English in Spain.
Spain Facts
• Language: Spanish
• Currency: Euro
• Capital: Madrid
• Population: 47,000,000
Reasons to Work in Spain
Spain is an alluring destination for so many reasons and it is easy to see why thousands of people move here every year.
This is one of the most appealing countries to find work in Europe due to the warm climate, the Mediterranean way of life, outdoor lifestyle, friendly people and also the choice of locations to work, from historic cities to world famous beach resorts and islands.
There are also thousands of jobs available to foreigners – among the highest in Europe especially in summer due to the booming tourism industry.
Best Places to Work in Spain
The larger cities are the top rated destinations to find employment, as well as tourist hotspots like the beautiful Balearic and Canary Islands.
Mainland and Cities:
• Alicante
• Benidorm
• Madrid
• Barcelona
• Seville
• Valencia
• Bilbao
• Marbella
Islands:
• Ibiza
• Mallorca
• Tenerife
• Gran Canaria
• Lanzarote
• Fuerteventura
• La Gomera
• La Palma
How to Get a Job in Spain
Popular ways to gain employment for foreigners and English speakers include:
• Hotels and hospitality
• Bar, clubs, pr and sales
• Travel and tourism
• Sports instructors e.g. yoga, scuba diving and watersports, fitness
• Health and beauty
• Au pairs and nannies
• Education and teaching
Summer Jobs in Spain
Are you looking to work in Spain during summer? Good decision! Think amazing weather, sun, beaches, and so much more.
There are lots of temporary jobs available throughout the country on the mainland and the popular tourist islands. Choose between a choice of jobs in different industries like tourism, hotels, hospitality, bars, cubs, cafes, restaurants and more.
These types of short term positions are really popular with students and graduates seeking to spend a summer in the sun and getting paid. Some employers offer working holidays in Spain with fixed salaries and also other benefits including free accommodation.
FAQ
Visa, Requirements & Eligibility
If you live in an EU, EEA country or Switzerland you do not need a work permit to seek employment in Spain. Initially you have six months to find work and after this period you must apply for a residence permit from the Spanish Immigration Office.
If you live outside of the EU and are keen to live and work in Spain, you will need to apply for a job and get hired before moving to the country. Obtaining a work permit can be tough from outside the EU but it is essential to get a residence permit to live here.
Applying to work in Spain from the UK is now a lot more difficult and complicated due to Brexit and the UK leaving the European Union. Another option is to find an employer who offers cash in hand jobs, although this does come with a risk.
Language
Knowing at least basic Spanish will really enhance your employment prospects, and also help you to integrate into the local society. If you don’t know any Spanish start learning asap, either online or booking classes.
Salaries
Generally salaries aren’t as high as France and the UK, but they are competitive by European standards compared to countries like Portugal and Italy. Wages really depends on the type of role and employer. Salaries are usually higher in the larger cities like Barcelona and Madrid compared to the islands and tourism hotspots.