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Networking is a key ingredient when it comes to finding a job in Sweden so try and grow your network in a variety of ways. International Citizen Hub Lund holds many events to facilitate networking and are constantly welcoming new people into the fold.

Many organizations provide volunteers with the unique experience of being able to help others while helping themselves. Some firms offer internships that lead to new jobs or a wider network, and there are plenty of other networking events to be found throughout the region.

Business Events and Networking

Attending different events can be a wonderful way to meet new people and grow your network. Lund and the region offers an abundance of events where there is bound to be something for everyone.

Some popular networking arenas in Lund:

For networking arenas in Malmö and the region take a look at:

... and many more!

Social groups

The international social groups offer a lot of activities and events. Here is a selection:

... ad many more!

Mentor programs

Mentor programs offer participants an environment to learn and work together with like-minded people, while helping them expand their network and create future job opportunities. There are several businesses offering free or paid mentor programs in the region:

Volunteering

International Citizen Hub Lund works closely with several organizations to promote inclusion and well-being in the region. Volunteering is proven not only to be good for the body and mind, but a terrific way to meet new people and find future employment.

Reasons to volunteer:

• Use, show and develop your skills and work experience
• Increase your network, gain contacts - also to other organizations.
• Break isolation – give yourself a place and context to visit regularly
• Practice your Swedish, experience the working culture and gain better understanding of the society
• Make a positive impact to the Swedish society

If you want to be a volunteer there are many opportunities in the region:

(in Swedish)

This is just a selection, feel free to search for volunteering opportunities according to your interests. Some ideas: international schools, libraries, sports associations, elderly centers (run by municipality), cat/dog shelters just to name a few. Good luck!