Work and study in Luleå
Luleå, the hub in societal transformation. The world demands carbon-neutral steel, sustainable graphite anodes for future car batteries, and smart minerals for future technological development. With this, society grows on multiple fronts.
As new industries are established, Luleå municipality needs to undergo a societal transformation. There are job openings in the public sector such as assistant nurses, nurses, teachers, childcare workers, and other professions. Culture develops in step with society, flourishing with new events and initiatives. The restaurant industry and tourism sector expand with new flavors and experiences. If you’re looking for study opportunities, we have several options for both young people and adults that match the local labor market demand. We are continuously creating a vibrant and dynamic community. All individuals, creative and skilled people, are welcome here.
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How to start the relocation process
If you are an EU/EEA-citizen, you can work in Sweden without a work-permit. In order to help you look for work in Sweden, Swedish Public Employment Service (Arbetsförmedlingen) has compiled practical information here:
Working in Sweden
External link.
You can consider the Targeted Mobility Scheme (TMS). TMS Sweden aims to match candidates across the EU with employers. TMS includes EURES mobility services and various financial supports. Don't hesitate to email our local EURES adviser for more information about the support available for Europeans looking to relocate for work: northernsweden@arbetsformedlingen.se.
If you are a citizen outside of the EU/EEA, you can apply for a work permit to work in Sweden. To obtain this, you need a job offer and a job contract that meets the requirements set by Swedish collective agreements or is customary within the occupation or industry. For more information, please visit the website of the Swedish Migration agency:
Migrationsverket website External link.
Working in Sweden
Arbetsförmedlingen (AMS) is the Swedish Public Employment Service. Their main goal is to facilitate between jobseekers and employers. Arbetsförmedlingen is since 2010, in charge of integration initiatives for new people and it is their task to ensure that unemployment insurances are effectively and properly used.
Working in Sweden External link. Luleå municipality (in Swedish) External link.
How to start looking for jobs in Luleå
If you are in Luleå, you can also visit and register at the Swedish Public Employment Service Office – Arbetsförmedlingen. Where there are case officers who can guide you.
Permit to work in Sweden – Swedish Migration Agency External link.
Apply for a work permit in Sweden – Swedish Migration Agency External link.
Working in Sweden - Sweden Abroad External link.
One way to enter the Swedish work market is through a staffing agency or by applying for jobs through various websites. 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.
Remember to highlight your knowledge, experiences and talents in your CV and personal letter.
Websites
Arbetsförmedlingen External link.
Facebook group – Jobb i Luleå External link.
Staffing and recruiting companies
Cesab Rekrytering External link.
Manpower Group. External link.
Nordisk kompetens External link.
OnePartnerGroup External link.
Rätt Rekrytering External link.
You can also utilize social media, preferably LinkedIn, to inform people that you are seeking employment.
Being proactive in your job search is beneficial in Sweden. Don’t hesitate to call them, telling them about your interest in a specific job or ongoing project.
Arbetsförmedlingen can assist newcomers in this endeavor (this page is in Swedish, but PDFs are available in several languages). There is also local support from organizations such as Nyföretagarcentrum and Region Norrbotten, which can help guide you in starting your own business. The support is free of charge if you live in the region.
Do you have more questions about the local labor market? Contact us at Team Move to Luleå at the municipality: movetolulea@lulea.se
Luleå Industrial Park
In the coming Luleå Industrial Park, the industries of the future are emerging. Luleå municipality owns and develops the Luleå Industrial Park in close collaboration with the business sector and the university. The first shovel has just hit the ground, and now you have the opportunity to be involved from the beginning – and all the way into the future.
Good to know
Finding a job without speaking Swedish is possible as some of the international companies use English as the working language. If you are a specialist in your field, a company can hire you thanks to your skills even if you’re an English speaker. Learning Swedish will though greatly improve and broaden your employment prospects in Luleå.
If you are an EU/EEA citizen, you have the opportunity to start learning Swedish while still in your home country through the Targeted Mobility Scheme (TMS). For more information, please contact our EURES adviser at this email address: northernsweden@arbetsformedlingen.se.
It’s estimated that more than half of all jobs in Sweden are filled in other ways than via an advertisement, for example thanks to networking. So don’t hesitate to contact employers - particularly smaller organizations - directly and market your skills. This method is frequently used in Sweden.
Another good option is the social networking site LinkedIn, where you can follow the companies that interest you and join groups relevant to your profession. The site is regularly used by recruiters, so another piece of advice is to put some effort into your profile and keep it up to date. LinkedIn also offers many job advertisements.
Build your network
Network, both in person and online, and not only with other internationals, but with Swedes as well. Market your skills and let people know you are looking for work. Head along to job fairs (for example Jobbchansen) and social meetups (for examle Luleå Meet-ups), join a club or group and chat with your neighbors or classmates. Even if it’s not fruitful immediately, it may lead to something in the future.
Luleå Meet-ups is an English-speaking event held monthly, providing a valuable platform to expand your network. Additionally, the municipality occasionally hosts job fairs, offering further chances to connect with potential employers and industry professionals.
Adult Education Programs
Vuxenutbildning offers a wide range of courses at both basic and high school levels. Here, you can pursue vocational training or individual courses to supplement a degree or qualify for higher education. You also have the opportunity to take vocational college programs in HVAC, restaurant management, building construction, healthcare, driving theory, become a teaching assistant, or bus driver – or simply get assistance in reaching your specific goals.
Adult education also provides courses for those who want to learn Swedish or have Swedish as a second language (SFI).
In the urban village of Sunderbyn lies Sunderby Folkhögskola. The school offers education and courses in high school subjects, art, game development, dogs, occupational health, and more. Sixty years ago, in 1963, an art school was founded as part of the activities. The art school provides participants with the opportunity to find their own creative expression and artistic creation.
During the first year of the art school, participants work through all the different workshops. The goal is to gain enough basic knowledge to apply for the second year, where participants choose which workshops to specialize in.
The vision of the art school is to develop the art scene in Norrbotten and create innovative and knowledgeable actors within artistic and creative industries.
Vocational university programs, YH programs, are at the post-secondary level and always meet a real need in the job market. This means that the content and focus of the programs vary and are continuously adapted. To pursue these programs, you will need to learn Swedish.
The university on Porsön in Luleå, Luleå University of Technology (LTU), with its 17,000 students and 1,800 employees, is a university in constant development with world-leading expertise in several research areas. Notably, in the green transition, where significant investments are currently being made in Norrbotten and Västerbotten.
LTU plays a crucial role with its research and its role as an accelerator for competence supply in the north. The university is actually the northernmost university in Sweden, just to mention one thing! At LTU, research is conducted that genuinely changes the world – and there are educational programs that match the needs demanded by the industry, ultimately leading to jobs.
As a student at Luleå University of Technology, you are where it's happening, placing yourself right in the center of the green transition. Here, you are provided with every opportunity to contribute to a better future for the planet, in real-time. Sustainability programs at LTU are developed in collaboration with many of the companies at the forefront of the green transition, and here in Luleå, we are all proud to be part of that journey.
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