Why Uppsala?
Uppsala never stands still. With its world-famous reputation in life science, tech, advanced production and environmental innovation integrated with the Stockholm region’s start-up scene, Uppsala is a county synonymous with growth. Growth that drives opportunities, fuels breakthroughs and attracts the most ambitious, forward-thinking talent in the world. Learn about Uppsala County’s key industries and areas of employment and how to start your networking.
Connecting and collaborating
Innovation climate
Lines of business
Learn about Uppsala County’s key industries and areas of employment and how to start your networking.
A place to grow
Voices from Uppsala
Are you curious about the latest news in Sweden? Many Swedish media sources are available in other languages.
Swedish news in other languages
Did you know...
… our diverse community includes families from Iran, Finland, Iraq, Syria, Germany, China, Lebanon, Poland and Ethiopia – to name a few.
Upcoming events in Uppsala
Ask the Hub
Time: 15:00 - 17:00
Note: Ask the Hub is held on the first and third Wednesday of every month.
Need some advice about moving to or living in Uppsala? With our "Ask the Hub" service you can book a 15-minute digital session held on the first and third Wednesday of every month. In this session, you can discuss your questions, get advice or just see a friendly face.
Warm welcome!
Expat Coffee Morning
Time: 9:00 -10:00
Location: Confirmed via email
Are you an expat living in Uppsala? Do you want to get to know some more people?
Join us for this coffee morning where we bring together local Swedes from Uppsala and the international community. This is an informal event where you can meet new people, take part in a discussion around culture, enjoy interesting conversations, drink tea and coffee, and eat buns - not a bad way to spend your morning!
This time we will start with a group discussion around culture and then break off to meet new people.
We hope to see you there!
International Career Day 2025
Date: 9 April, 25
Time: 13:00-16:00
Location: Online via Zoom
Are you an international Master’s or PhD student in Sweden looking to kick-start your professional career? Or a company seeking talented international graduates to join your team?
Join us for International Career Day, a national event designed to connect top talent with leading companies in Sweden while offering valuable insights on career development for international students.
🎤 Program Highlights:
🌟 Success Stories – Learn from students who built careers in Sweden
📝 HR Experts’ Advice – How to stand out in the job market
📊 Labour Market Trends – Key insights on talent attraction & hiring needs
🤝 Matchmaking – Exclusive Meet & Greet for successfully matched students & companies
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and discover new possibilities!
Warm welcome!