Work and live in Northern Sweden

Sundsvall and the High Coast Region offers the best of both worlds – strong industries and career opportunities in cities that are vibrant, yet small enough to keep life simple.

Why Sundsvall &
High Coast Region?

Career opportunities

Sundsvall and the High Coast Region offer the best of both worlds: strong industries and career opportunities in cities that are vibrant, yet small enough to keep life simple.

The northern nature

Breathe the cleanest air you’ll ever experience. Sip Europe’s finest tap water – tasting like it came straight from a mountain stream.

Progressive values

Sweden is a frontrunner for progressive values and leads the way in equality, with strong anti-discrimination laws that ensure everyone is treated fairly, no matter their background.

The green transition

Northern Sweden is at the forefront of the country’s most significant transformation since the Industrial Revolution: The Green Transition.

Photo: Devocy Communication.

The industries that shape our future

Welcome to a region with a wide variety of growing sectors. Here you will find a strong sense of innovation and sustainability in whatever sector you work in. Some of our strongest industries are in:

  • It, Tech & Gaming
  • Manufacturing
  • Forest & Bioeconomy
  • Tourism
  • Public sector & Governance
  • Energy
  • Entrepreneurial industry

Read more about the business sectors in the region.

Find a job

25 000 companies in 500 industries, a key hub for business and opportunitites. Sundsvall & the High Coast Region has a wide and strong job market for you to choose from.

The Swedish Public Employment Agency (Arbetsförmedlingen) offer Sweden’s largest and most visited employment site where you’ll find vacancies in many different sectors and get advice and support in your job search.

Get practical tips on how to find a job in Sweden.

How to look for a job in Sweden

Community & networks

Many people all over Sweden participate in activities with a club or association. Joining one is a great way to get to know new people, have fun and practice your Swedish!

More information about community and networks.

Moving to Sweden in 10 steps

Moving between countries require many things to be taken care of. Here are the 10 first things that you need to do when moving to Sweden.

Moving to Sweden checklist

 Photo: Lieselotte van der Meijs/imagebank.sweden.se.