work x life in umeå
We're happy that you're interested in Umeå. You see, we've continuously grown as a city for 70 years, and are looking to get you on board to grow even more. We’re big enough to offer great career opportunities, yet small enough to provide a sense of community, safety, and easy accessibility. The city also burst with creativity, culture, gastronomy, and events, all year around.
jobs after graduation
After completing your studies, and with some work experience under your belt, Umeå offers you a diverse job market and the opportunity to be one of those who secure one of the 1,000 new jobs created every year. Read about the Umeå Labor Market here.
take a summer in umeå
It's time to plan your summer in Umeå and look forward to a season that's not only memorable but also could be the starting point for your career after completing your studies. Follow the link to find several summer jobs in Umeå:
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Childcare – We care for your loved ones! The region offers many public preschools that focus on providing a safe learning environment and inspiring lifelong curiosity.
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Housing – Umeå features districts, each with its own unique charm and characteristics.
Public transportation and commuting – Umeå is a bike-friendly city. Locals often choose cycling as their main mode of transportation, even in winter. Alternatively, you can take the bus for sustainable travel within Umeå. Read about public transportation Opens in new window.
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Take your career to UMEÅ
Umeå’s labor market has grown rapidly, adding nearly 9 000 new jobs in the last five years. As a job seeker, you will find a diverse and dynamic job market with low regional unemployment. Umeå’s tech industry, featuring world-leading manufacturers in medical equipment, front loaders, and the forest industry, stands as one of its pillars.
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World-Leading Companies
Umeå hosts several global companies that continuously invest in new technologies and solutions. Many of today’s leading industrial concepts originated here. For example, Umeå developed the first roll bar for cars, concepts for mechanized forestry, and front loaders for tractors—innovations that laid the foundation for global industrial giants like Volvo Trucks, Komatsu Forest, and Jost (formerly Ålö).
3 x Employers in the Industry and Technology Sector in Umeå
1. Volvo Trucks – As one of Umeå’s largest employers, Volvo Trucks offers long-term career opportunities. The company has operated in Umeå for over 50 years, symbolizing the city’s lasting industrial presence.
2. Cytiva – As part of Danaher Corporation, Cytiva is a global biotechnology company playing a crucial role in the pharmaceutical industry. Their products significantly contribute to global insulin production, and with its base in Umeå, Cytiva offers secure and future-oriented career opportunities.
3. Jost – Previously known as Ålö, Jost is now part of the German group Jost, with over 4 500 employees worldwide and facilities in 27 countries. The company remains a leading player in manufacturing front loaders, offering career opportunities for talents seeking international challenges with local roots.
