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Find a job

Finding employment in Sweden is not about just writing a good CV. There are several factors that increase your chances, along with a variety of programs to support you on your journey. You can find all of it and more in this section.

Start looking for a job in Sweden

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How to start looking for work

Sometimes it’s hard to know where to start looking for work. Here are some tips to get you started and diversify your efforts.

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Staffing agencies and consultancy

One way into the Swedish work market can be through a staffing agency. About 1,4 % of the total workforce in Sweden is employed through a staffing agency and this employment form has become increasingly popular over the last years.

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International recruitment

If you are interested in moving to Sweden but want to have a job before moving and wonder how you go about finding a job all over in Sweden when you are miles away, then one of the answers is international recruitment.

Arbetsförmedlingen resources

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What is Arbetsförmedlingen?

Swedish authorities – Im sure you’ve heard of some of them. But figuring out the responsibilities of the different authorities isn’t all that easy. Who is responsible for what? And what does Arbetsförmedlingen do?

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Job seeking tools
Althought you may hear some unflattering stories about Arbetsförmedlingen ( and some of them may be true), there are still plenty of reasons for you to sign up anyway.
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Employment help for newbies

The national employment service – Arbetsförmedlingen has several initiatives specifically for Newbies. Some are open for all Newbies while other initiatives are limited to Newbies in a certain life situation.

Job seeking resources for foreign-born graduates and professionals

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Work searching tools for foreign-born graduates and professionals

Academic Newbies is a growing group in Sweden. The number of foreign-born graduates in Sweden increased from 180 000 to 310 000 between 2006 and 2013.

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Korta vägen

Korta vägen is a training program for foreign born graduates. The aim of the program is to help foreign academics establish themselves professionally as soon as possible upon their arrival in Sweden. It was launched in 2012 and is very successful.

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Find a job through networking

Most jobs are found in a person’s own network – you know someone, who knows someone, who has a friend that is looking for someone just like you.

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Specialized language courses

SIFA are intensive Swedish courses for foreign born academics and professionals. These courses usually combine Swedish studies with specific content related to your professional and academic field.

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How to adapt your CV to the Swedish market

If you have applied for international roles before, you will probably find that the recruitment process is very similar in this country. As for your CV, the structure and the content are common to many other nations, but there are a few local subtleties. In this article, I cover the main points to ensure your CV is best adapted to the Swedish job market.

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How to plan your job search according to hiring seasons

Sweden is a country known for sometimes doing things different in their hiring rituals, but often these differences are not clear to newcomers. When looking for a job in Sweden, many factors should be taken into consideration – updating your CV and LinkedIn, learning how to interview the Swedish way, and understanding the unique networking culture.

Got a job interview? Congrats!

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What you should expect at a job interview in Sweden

Well done! You made it through the first step of the recruitment process and have secured an interview. How do you prepare? What can you expect? Based on discussions with recruiters and HR managers, and my own experience, here are a few pointers to help you get ready.

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3 mistakes internationals make at job interviews

Most of us have probably had one or two less than successful job interviews. A lot of things you do not have control over – but on the other hand, there are a lot that you CAN control as long as you know what is expected. So let’s go through some mistakes that many internationals make in job interview settings simply because they are not aware of the cultural importance.

Our basic guide to getting a job

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Step 1: become interesting to employers!

There are some basics things that you can do to increase your chances to find a job in Sweden.

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Step 2: become visible!

How are employers going to find you if they don’t know that you exist? To find work in Sweden you need to Making yourself visible on the Swedish work market.

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Step 3: build a network!

In Sweden, using your network to find jobs is common. You know someone; who knows someone; who has a friend that is looking for someone just like you.

More resources

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8 secret tips to find the hidden jobs

A huge part of the job market is hidden and not seen on job boards. Here is eight steps you can use to find hidden opportunities in companies that are not posting their positions.

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Find a job before moving to Sweden

You can do a lot to avoid long and frustrating searching for a job. Here is a checklist that will help you to find a job before moving to Sweden.

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Labour shortage list in Sweden

Sweden has a shortage of people with specific skills within certain professions at the moment, and this shortage is predicted to persist over the next five to ten years. 

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Regulated professions

Some professions are regulated through Swedish law. This means that certain professions require a particular qualification or authorization in order to be performed in Sweden. 

Programs and resources for internationals in Sweden

Mentorship program for internationals already living in Sweden.
Internship plan for non-EU citizens who wish to enter the work market.
Mentorship program for internationals already living in Sweden.
Networking club for engineers
Courses for job seekers in Sweden
Free mentorship program that pairs internationals with people in the same industry.
Coaching program with the goal of landing a position, at a symbolic price.
Program that pairs internationals to a Swede to promote friendships

How to get a work VISA to Sweden

Do you come from a non-EU country and would like to move to Sweden for work? Here are all the steps you need to get a work permit!

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Start your own business

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How to get market validation

Around 96% of businesses shut down within 10 years of opening, which might be fine if you are looking to make some quick money, but if you want to build a strong, stable, brand and business that will become your career, you need to research the local market and see if your idea is likely to be successful.

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How to register your company

To register a company is one of the very first steps you have to take when you want to start a business in Sweden. Once you have confirmed that your business is a good idea and you are ready to do the pre-launch formalities, here is what you need to do next.

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