Career training workshop series

Welcome to the Fall 2022 Career Training Workshop Series!

Are you looking for a job but feel you’re getting nowhere? Would you like to increase your knowledge about the job market and what employers are looking for? Do you need some tips on how to broaden your network and how to conduct yourself in an interview? And would you like to meet others in the same situation to expand your social network? Then this is for you! 

Studieförbundet Vuxenskolan and Uppsala International Hub are co-organising this program which will give you hands-on tools on how to succeed in finding a job in Sweden. The job program is based on ten informative sessions on how to optimise your job search. Each session addresses a different theme, e.g. Swedish work culture, CV writing and interview tips, and even starting your own business, just to name a few.

You will become part of a cohort of other internationals who would like to get a foot into the Swedish job market. The main goal is to get guidance, train your skills, help each other out and make new contacts. You will get practical tips and tailor-made advice for your job search customised to the challenges in your process.

As space is limited, we ask that you fill out the short application by following the link found at the bottom of this page before 21 October 2022. Applicants will be notified about acceptance into the program by Friday 28 October.

Who, what, when, where, how much

Who: The program is available to internationals living in Uppsala Region who are actively seeking employment. All are welcome to apply, however priority will be given to those who have joined spouses/partners here and who are currently unemployed. The program is limited to 30 participants.

What: Participants will be expected to take part in the entire program (10 sessions) in order to build the best possible environment for networking and learning.

When: The training series starts on Tuesday, 8 November 2022 and will be comprised of 10 sessions, generally meeting twice a week on Tuesdays and Thursdays. All sessions will be held from 9.00-12.00. The Fall 2022 schedule is as follows: 

Week 45: November 8 and Novemer 10

Week 46: November 15 and November 17

Week 47: November 22 and November 24

Week 48: November 29 and December 1

Week 49: December 6 and December 8

Where: This series will be held at Studieförbundet Vuxenskolan in Uppsala city centre. All sessions will be in-person, with no digital option. 

How much: This training is offered free of charge for those accepted. However, if you are accepted to the program and miss more than 3 sessions, you will be asked to pay a penalty fee of SEK 300.

What have others said about this training in the past?

"I gained my confidence back! I've learned a lot about Swedish working culutre. Now I know what to do in the job market, and how to search and find a job!" - Participant evaluation from Spring 2022 training

"All the information we received was so useful and relevant! All the sessions were perfectly organized." -Participant evaluation from Spring 2022 training

"The event provided many useful insights about the Swedish job market, how recruiters think and how to become more efficient in your job search with many good guest lecturers." - Participant evaluation from Fall 2021 training

"I benefit a lot from the open discussion in the workshop. Keep up the excellent work!" -Participant evaluation from Fall 2021 training

Have questions? You can contact the Uppsala International Hub at international@uppsala.se or the Series co-organizer at Studieförbundet Vuxenskolan, Felicitas Rabiger, at felicitas.rabiger@sv.se.