Argentina Guide: Jobs

Finding a job abroad is not easy, and foreign working conditions are often quite different from those at home. Our job guide explains where to look for a job and how to apply for it. You will also find information on salaries, working conditions and social security issues.

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  The Job Market

  Employment prospects

  The recent economic crisis meant many Argentineans lost their jobs. The economy is slowly recovering, but job openings for foreigners remain very limited.

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  Work Permits

  When and how to apply for them

  Foreigners travelling to Argentina with the purpose of performing work (paid or unpaid) need a visa.

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  Voluntary work & Language Teaching

  What you need to know

  Finding many types of employment in Argentina as a foreigner is not easy. If you want to get work experience in Argentina, your best bet might be voluntary work or language teaching.

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  Job hunting

  Where to look for a job in Argentina

  There are several places to look for a job in Argentina. However, wages are low compared to Europe and the US.

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  Job Applications

  How to apply for a job in Argentina

  Your CV should be detailed and accompanied by a cover letter.

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  Working culture

  Salaries, hours and working conditions

  Wages in Argentina are not as high as in most Western countries, but employees benefit from employment protection policies and a friendly working environment. Here are the essentials about the working culture in Argentina.

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  Social Security

  An introduction to the Argentinean system

  The Argentinean social security system covers retirement, pensions, unemployment benefits and disability. In this section a brief introduction to the system is given.

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