Career Advisor at New Career Center - Umeå University

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Do you want to be part of building something new – and at the same time help students find their way into working life and stay in the Umeå region? We are now seeking a career advisor for a newly established career center at Umeå University – a collaboration between Umeå Municipality Business and the Student Center at the university. About the Position As a career advisor, you will be a key person in building a career center with the mission to strengthen students' establishment in the job market and develop connections between students, the university, and the business community. You will work closely with both students, colleagues at the Student Center, and actors in the business community. The role combines individual guidance, activity development, and relationship-building work. This is a project-based full-time position, starting September 1, 2026 through May 25, 2028. Examples of Work Tasks Provide individual career guidance and coaching to students and recent graduates Support students with: • career choices and goal setting • CVs, cover letters, and LinkedIn profiles • job search strategies and interview training Plan and deliver workshops, seminars, and events related to career and working life Work with employer contacts, networks, and collaboration activities between students and the business community Contribute to developing the career center's offerings, processes, and methods Collaborate with educational programs and internal functions to integrate a career perspective throughout students' studies Contribute to communication and visibility for the career center The role involves both direct work with students and a development mission within a growing organization. About Umeå University and the Career Center Umeå University is one of Sweden's largest institutions of higher learning with over 42,000 students and a strong profile in education, research, and collaboration. The university actively works to strengthen students' connection to working life during their studies. The new career center is being established as a joint initiative between the university and Umeå Municipality. The goals are to: • create a clear entry point between students and employers • strengthen students' establishment after graduation • contribute to the region's long-term skills supply The career center will be a meeting place where guidance, workplace connections, and activities come together – in line with how modern career centers at universities operate today. You will be employed by Umeå Municipality Business but will work at the Student Center on campus. About Umeå – A Place to Live and Grow Umeå is a rapidly growing university city with strong confidence in the future, a rich cultural life, and proximity to nature. It has a dynamic business community, innovative companies, and a strong focus on sustainable growth. As a career advisor, you will help more students choose to stay and build their futures in the region. Requirements University degree in behavioral science, for example in study and career guidance, or another education that the employer deems relevant and equivalent Experience in guidance, coaching, or counseling Strong ability to work both independently and collaboratively Excellent communication skills in both Swedish and English, both written and spoken Desirable Qualifications Experience working in higher education or student-focused activities Experience in career guidance or employment-related support Experience planning and delivering workshops or educational initiatives Established contacts in the business or public sector Experience working on projects or development assignments As a person, you are engaged, relationship-focused, and have a solution-oriented work approach. You thrive in a role where you can combine structure and development, and you are motivated by working with people and contributing to their growth. We place great importance on personal suitability. What We Offer Opportunity to help build a new organization from the ground up A developmental role at the intersection of university, students, and working life A broad network within education, business, and the public sector A workplace in the heart of a vibrant campus environment Other Information Employer: Umeå Municipality Business Location: Student Center, Umeå University Welcome with your application! Follow Umeå Municipality on LinkedIn! About Umeå Municipality Umeå Municipality is the region's largest employer with over 13,000 dedicated employees. Our organization is divided into nine departments, and together we work to help Umeå grow with care. Our values are based on citizen focus, openness, trust, and continuous improvement. Working with us, you will be part of societally important tasks where you contribute to Umeå remaining safe, secure, and fun. Umeå is northern Sweden's largest city with a rich variety of experiences and opportunities. We are a community and cultural city that offers a richer life outside of work as well. Here you can experience what it is like to live and work in Umeå: Move - Umeå Municipality We are growing and we may be looking for just you. Do you want more? We offer good conditions, excellent benefits, and great development opportunities for lifelong learning, as well as work that is important for everyone who lives and works here. We look forward to hearing from you.Do you want to be part of building something new – and at the same time help students find their way into working life and stay in the Umeå region? We are now seeking a career advisor for a newly established career center at Umeå University – a collaboration between Umeå Municipality Business and the Student Center at the university. About the Position As a career advisor, you will be a key person in building a career center with the mission to strengthen students' establishment in the job market and develop connections between students, the university, and the business community. You will…

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Umeå

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Skolgatan 31 A

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Published

9. 7. 2026

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30. 7. 2026

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