Sweden needs 18,000 tech talents each year
At Switch to Sweden, we are bridging the talent gap by linking Swedish companies with international academics.
Our solution? The AI Talent Matchmaking Tool, developed by our partners Cruitive.
We focus on connecting companies with international academic talents already in Sweden, aligning skills and motivations with business needs. It’s a fast and efficient way to find your perfect match.
And it’s making an impact. To date, we’ve facilitated over 300 successful matches.
Matches in numbers so far
1538
Talents
313
Companies
308
Matches
How does the matchmaking work?
Frequently asked questions
We mainly share information and recommendations on what are the best steps to explore a career in Sweden. We also create matchmaking activities with international talents who are already in Sweden and companies on a regional and national level.
We share information and recommendations on the benefits and processes of working with international academic talent. We also invite all companies in Sweden to participate in matchmaking activities to meet potential international talent directly.
You can subscribe to the newsletter for students or companies. There we will share key information to find your perfect match!
The AI Matchmaking Tool works through a question form. The questions cover specific skills and motivational factors. Companies and students must fill out the same form and the answers are compared through the tool.
If there is a high degree of compatibility between the answers, it will be a positive match. If the answers of skills and interests are incompatible (the candidate does not have the skills or motivations that the company needs), then it will not be considered a match.
Through specific matchmaking activities, international students who are in Sweden and companies at a regional and/or national level will be able to get to know each other through a meet and greet. The selection process takes place through the AI Matchmaking tool where student profiles and talent profiles that companies need are evaluated. The idea is to provide a new opportunity to meet new international talents and companies in Sweden. Depending on the conversation, the company and the talent can decide if they would like to keep in touch or start a recruitment process.
We want talents and companies to explore potential opportunities such as job interviews, degree projects, or thesis. However, this process depends on both the company and the candidate.
Tell more about your company!
How does your team work or what do you consider essential to be able to work in Sweden? What is a normal work day like for you and what values and culture does your company have?
We assure you that students would appreciate being able to learn more about working life in your area of work.
Companies want to know who you are!
What are your hobbies and interests? What brought you to Sweden and where would you like to work? We also recommend not repeating information from your CV (they have access to it, don’t worry!).
You could focus more on thinking about how you can contribute in a unique way to each company you meet.
Success stories
Get in touch
Anna Broeders
Talent & Community Manager
Anna Broeders is the Talent Manager and CHRO at Linköping Science Park in Linköping, Sweden. Her main focus is on strategic talent attraction and employer branding. She works to attract talent not only to the Science Park, but also to the region and the country – while also creating value for those already working within the park.
Before joining Linköping Science Park, Anna worked as a recruitment consultant specializing in tech talent. This background gives her a strong understanding of the needs and expectations of her target groups. She also holds a bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management and Development, providing a solid academic foundation for her work.
