Hitt Húsið
Center for young people
Employment and prevention
Career counselors at Hitt Húsið specialize in assisting the youth with job searching and strengthening their position in the job market. Peer educators discuss and educate other young people about life and existence, and group activities are offered for youth who want to socialize with their peers.
Want to book a career counseling appointment?
Career counseling and job search courses
At Hitt Húsið, career counselors are available, and you can schedule a time for free career counseling either in-person at Hitt Húsið or online.
Youth on the unemployment register can also attend the job search classes Vitamin and University Vitamin.
Summer job placement
Career counselors at Hitt Húsið oversee the hiring of youth for summer jobs with sports and youth associations on behalf of Reykjavík City.
Want to apply to be part of Vinfús?
Hitt Húsið offers group activities for young people ages 16–25. These activities are intended for all young people who want to meet others, including those who have felt isolated at school or in other social situations. The aim is to create a healthy foundation for recreation and entertainment.
Peer Education Center
Peer education consists of young people aged 16-20 who discuss with other youth issues such as self-esteem, sexuality, mental health, substance use, and more. The philosophy is that youth can connect with other youth in a way that others cannot.
Photos of Hitt húsið facilities
Hitt Húsið
Rafstöðvarvegur 7-9, 110 Reykjavík
Public transport - Routes 3, 11, 12 and 17 stop at Blesugróf, then walk through Elliðaárdalur to Rafstöðvarvegur. Route 16 stops on Rafstöðvarvegur, about a 4-minute walk to Hitt Húsið.
Hours - 9am-6pm on weekdays. Closed weekends.
Contact us by calling 411-5500 or emailing hitthusid@hitthusid.is