Work in Uppsala
Rapid growth, strong integration with the Stockholm region, a thriving start-up and innovation scene fueled by our two universities, plus international competitive companies means Uppsala County is alive with job opportunities. Find your next challenge and rise to it, right here. Learn below how to find a new job – and to keep it, where to study or get help in starting your own business in Uppsala.
Finding a new job in Uppsala.
Finding a new job in Uppsala
Start your own business
The Swedish work culture.
The Swedish work culture
Unions and unemployment
Study in Uppsala
Study in Uppsala
Need help finding employment? Meet one of our experienced job coaches in our monthly job search workshops
Job Search Workshops
Join our career program to get support throughout your journey towards employment.
Career Training Program
Did you know...
… the biggest social event in the Uppsala calendar is the spring festival Walpurgis – Valborg.
Meet our internationals
“We thought we can always move back to Serbia again. Now we have been living in here for over five years.” Zorana Kurbalija Novicic
More voices from UppsalaUpcoming events in Uppsala

Afternoon Fika
Time: 15:00 - 16:00
Location: Confirmed via email
Admission: Free
So you're now living in Uppsala (Congrats, by the way!) and are looking to meet some new people. We got you!
Come hang out with us for an afternoon fika - a cozy Swedish daily ritual where we take a break over coffee (or tea), pastries, and great company.
Hope to see you there!

Volunteers Wanted for the 44th Uppsala Short Film Festival!
The 44th Uppsala Short Film Festival is an annual international event held at three venues, recognized by both BAFTA and the Academy Awards.
Each year, around 100 international volunteers contribute across various roles—ranging from marketing and ticket sales to guest services and theater coordination. Volunteers can also host Q&A sessions with filmmakers or support smooth operations at screening venues.
The festival fosters community through exclusive events like volunteer-only film clubs and parties.
For more information or to apply, email work@shortfilmfestival.com.

Getting your Swedish Driving Licence
Time: 16.00-17ish
Location: Online, meeting link will be sent upon registration
In this seminar we welcome Investigator, Ted Snölilja from Transportstyrelsen (The Swedish Transport Agency) to go through the basic knowledge needed for getting a Swedish driver’s license.
Among the topics to be covered are:
- Laws and regulations related to driving in Sweden
- What you need to know if you plan to buy, lease or rent a car
- The process for getting a Swedish driver's license based on citizenship
We begin with a presentation and then open up for questions.
Warm welcome!