Written by Chia May Congratulations! So you’re moving to Sweden 🙂 and you have a million questions on your mind. Here 3 ways to increase your job opportunities in Sweden and integrate into the Swedish society. After 2 years of discussing and planning, I finally received my residence permit card. My mind went into a […]
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Three mistakes international professionals make at job interviews in Sweden
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 […]
How to adapt your CV to the Swedish job market
Welcome to Sweden! 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 […]
What should you expect at a job interview in Sweden?
Written by Christelle Pottinger 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. Disclaimer: these are […]
Networking when you don’t know anyone
Are you looking for a job in Sweden? Then, it’s worth knowing that most openings are filled through relationships, and not formal applications. Trust and credibility are two essential components in the Swedish recruitment process. Your work experiences are proofs of your competences. Your contacts and references create trust. Having connections in your industry is […]
A complete guide to buying an apartment in Stockholm (Part 2)
Buying an apartment is one of the most serious steps in life. It requires a lot of planning, savings and to be as prepared as possible. On this part two of the series, I will talk about the mortgage and downpayment. To read part 1 click here. Know your Purchase Ability. Before rushing into apartment […]
Guide to a happy unemployment
Written by Sara Costa Unemployment does not have to be hard, but it is not easy. It messes with your mind and self-confidence and makes you doubt yourself. I was unemployed for the first 1,5 year after my move to Sweden, until recently when I finally found a job. My experience hardly makes me an expert in unemployment, […]
5 Rules for a Successful Job Hunt
Over the past year, my team and I have provided around 1 000 job hunters with the necessary tools to find a job. I have personally talked to a majority of our users in one way or another. During this time, we have gained the knowledge of what it is that successful job hunters do […]
Employment help for Newbies
The Swedish Public Employment Service has several services specifically for Newbies so make sure you find everything useful.
Job seeking tools
The Swedish Public Employment Service has several general job seeking tools that can facilitate the processes of finding a job.
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 are steadily increasing.
Step three:Â Expand your network
Most jobs are found in a person’s own network. You know someone, who knows someone; who has a friend who needs someone like you.
