Do you want to join the Workshop? Applications are now open.

Employment-related summer programme for young people with disabilities

Verkherinn is a work-related summer programme for young people with disabilities or reduced work capacity. Most go on to the general labour market at some point in their lives. Verkherinn's summer programme is good preparation for the future and gives young people the opportunity to try working in the workplace and take part in a fun course. Verkherinn is based at Húsið, at 14 Suðurgata, 220 Hafnarfjörður. The entrance is on the Strandgata side.

Who can apply for a job at Verkhernum?

Young people with disabilities or reduced functional ability, aged 16–20, can apply to Verkhernum. Work takes place in the mornings on all weekdays, and in the afternoons, young people are offered the opportunity to take part in social or leisure activities.

What is done in the Workshop?

Work is carried out in partnership with local businesses. In recent years, Verkherinn has collaborated with, for example, shops, the Hafnarfjörður Library, nurseries, the town's swimming pools and others. Individualised work is also available, where tasks are tailored to the needs and work capacity of each person.

The Age of the Worker

The work programme runs from 27th May to 15th August. Days and weeks can be split across the entire period, or you can take all the weeks at once. Young people have the opportunity to work for 8 weeks within a 12-week period.

How do I apply for a job at Verkhernum?

To apply, you need to fill in electronic document. Those who encounter problems with the application process can email the following address: sandrabjork@hafnarfjordur.is

The application deadline is 26 March.

For further information, please contact:

• Guðbjörg Magnúsdóttir, Director
  gudbjorg@hafnarfjordur.is
  Telephone: 664-5766
• Sandra Björk Halldórsdóttir, Head of Vinaskjóls and Verkhersins
  sandrabjork@hafnarfjordur.is
  Tel: 664-5547