Arctic Sweden offers a dynamic job market focused on sustainable development, innovation, and a lifestyle in harmony with nature.
A Lifestyle Close to Nature
Living and working in Arctic Sweden means integrating nature into everyday life. The region offers a lifestyle where life itself takes priority, and work is simply a part of it—something many describe as a perfect balance.
Innovative Education and Research
Arctic Sweden is home to leading educational institutions, such as Luleå University of Technology, renowned for its world-class research in various fields. Research is conducted in close collaboration with companies like Bosch, Ericsson, Scania, and LKAB, creating global societal benefits with the Arctic region as its foundation.
Leading the Green Transition
Arctic Sweden is at the forefront of the global green transition. The region is investing heavily in fossil-free steel production, renewable energy utilization, and the development of sustainable forestry and food production. These investments represent the most extensive industrial transformation since the Industrial Revolution 100 years ago.
Experience a career where nature, adventure, and hospitality come together! Working in Arctic Sweden’s tourism industry means being part of a unique destination, offering unforgettable experiences under the Northern Lights and Midnight Sun. Whether in hotels, guiding, or outdoor activities, you’ll be at the heart of an industry that thrives on authenticity and sustainability. Read more: Work in Swedish Lapland
Arctic Sweden offers a dynamic job market focused on sustainable development, innovation, and a lifestyle in harmony with nature.
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Area: Arctic Sweden covers approx.100,000 square kilometers of northern Sweden, an area as large as Austria.
Inhabitants: Arctic Sweden has a population of approximately 250,000 people.
Languages: Swedish is the region's official language. Sámi languages are spoken by the indigenous Sámi people and there are also minority languages such as meänkieli.
Largest lakes: Arctic Sweden is home to several large lakes, including Hornavan and Torneträsk.
Highest mountain: The highest mountain in Arctic Sweden is Mt Kebnekaise, standing at 2,097 meters.
Planning to make a bold move? Here's some useful information.
Look into the specific town or city in Arctic Sweden where you want to move to and gather information on things like housing costs, job opportunities, and the local culture. This will give you an idea of what to expect and whether or not the move is feasible for you. Or talk to New resident service in your town of choice.
› Read more about the municipalities in Arctic Sweden
› Quick guide: 10 things to take care of when you move to Sweden
› Comprehensive guide: moving to Sweden
› Work, study or live in Sweden for EU/EEA citizens at the Swedish Migration Service
› Apply for a work permit at the Swedish Migration Service (for non-EU/EEA citizens)
› Register as a resident at the Swedish Tax Agency (and apply for a Swedish id-number)
› Interested in learning Swedish? Check out these resources
› Use Google Translate to translate whole websites! Not foolproof, but still helpful.
In 2008 photographer Chad Blakley moved to Abisko to work the summer season. He followed the love of his life: Linnea. They both quickly fell for the breath-taking landscape and the welcoming people in the village. So, Chad and Linnea decided to stay the winter as well. But it would be many more summers and winters in Abisko.
Meet Frida Lind-Oja, marketing manager and co-owner of the family business Camp Ripan in Kiruna. She is probably slightly different from many other marketing managers and hotel owners, since she in her free time gladly participates in the worlds longest ski race.
Telling a great story has always been important. In fact, some claim that homo sapiens thrived as species due to their skills in gossiping. From jojk to Airijoki, from stories to songs, this place is known for a good vibe.
