• Candidates who are currently enrolled into or have recently completed education, with a Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Gastronomy and Culinary, etc., in their home countries.
• Young and motivated candidates. Interns invest into their visa and travel tickets in order to gain on-job training in Sweden. They value the opportunity to get this experience for further career development in home country or abroad.
• Candidates with a solid knowledge of forestry practices, including tree identification, forest inventory, and silviculture as well as basic ability to operate forestry equipment.
• Candidates able to perform manual labor for long hours.
• Stable candidates. As people from Non-EU countries need work and residence permits in Sweden, their visa is attached to one specific workplace, and the intern is stable for up to 1 year. Considering instability of workforce in the hospitality sector, accepting non-EU intern is a great solution.
• Candidates with good command of the English language.
• Allowance is regulated by responsible authorities from ~ 13500 SEK per month
• Bixter’s customer support for the whole period of contract with intern.

• Bixter collaborates closely with its global agents to carefully review and interview prospective interns, ensuring they meet the qualifications required for the program.
• As a reliable partner, Bixter provides detailed guidance on the program and its regulations, ensuring that host-employers and interns have a smooth and successful experience.
• We take care of the visa paperwork for every intern – one less thing for the host-employer to worry about and more time to focus on the important business activities.
• With the information provided to us by the host-employer, Bixter makes every effort to find and place the interns in the most suitable position possible.
• We make sure the interns have the necessary insurance coverage, minimizing the risk of unexpected costs or liabilities.
• Our expert team is available to provide assistance and address any concerns that may arise during the internship period. This ensures a smooth and successful working relationship between the host-employer and the intern, which leads to increased productivity and job satisfaction.
• Bixter conducts pre-departure webinars, shares informative brochures with interns to improve the integration process and avoid miscommunication issues.
• At the end of the program, we’ll send host-employers evaluation forms soliciting feedback on the placement and the assistance provided by Bixter as we are constantly trying to improve our services.

Bixter makes it safer for the host-employer by 1-month of guarantee, within which the replacement of the intern is possible out of charge in case of mismatch with previously agreed recruitment criteria, ongoing low performance of intern or other valid reasons.

In the context of Swedish migration services, a non-EU intern is an individual who comes from a country outside of the European Union (EU) or European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland to undertake a period of internship in Sweden. Non-EU interns must obtain the necessary permits and meet specific requirements to be allowed to enter and stay in Sweden legally.

In order to become an intern in Sweden, a Non-EU individual should submit an application for work and residence permit under the regulation of Internship in connec­tion with higher educa­tion, with validity of up to 12 months.

The process of obtaining the necessary permits can be a complex and challenging undertaking. Bixter offers professional consultancy services to navigate this process with ease. Our team of experts provides guidance to ensure that the applicants meet the necessary conditions and have all the required documentation for successful permit applications.

With Bixter, Swedish host-employers can rest assured that they are in good hands and focus on their businesses, confident that the migration services needs are taken care of.

Welcoming a non-EU intern into your Swedish business involves navigating through the permit process, which typically takes about five months via Migrationsverket. Given the variable nature of this timeline, it’s crucial to start early.

Bixter.Work is here to streamline this process, handling the intricate paperwork and visa applications so you can focus on your core business activities. Planning ahead for the permit processing time is essential to ensure a smooth integration of your intern, in full compliance with Swedish regulations.

With Bixter’s support, you can navigate the visa requirements effortlessly, ensuring your business benefits from the unique skills and perspectives that non-EU interns bring.

In Sweden, the working hours regulations for interns are generally the same as those for regular employees. This means that interns are protected by the Swedish Working Hours Act (Arbetstidslagen) which sets limits on the number of hours that employees can work per week.

According to the Working Hours Act, employees in Sweden can work a maximum of 40 hours per week, averaged over a four-week period. However, the Act also allows for certain exemptions and flexibilities for specific industries and job types.

For interns, the specific working hours and conditions will depend on the internship agreement between the intern and the employer.

Overtime can be acceptable in certain conditions, such as peak season. Excessive overtime may violate their work and residence permit requirements.

Extra overtime and general overtime shall be paid accordingly and may not exceed 48 hours per intern over a period of four weeks, or 50 hours over a calendar month.

Compliance with this rule ensures a positive internship experience and avoids legal issues.

At Bixter, we know that hosting an abroad intern gives an amazing chance for cultural exchange. Also, both parties must follow the regulations established by the local immigration services.

It should be noted that interns cannot start working until their work and residence permits have been linked to the operations of the host employer. To fulfill legal requirements and guarantee a smooth hiring procedure, compliance with this criteria is essential. Regarding the revised immigration laws, our specialists will provide in-depth information and keep you informed if any changes are made.

• Finding/providing accommodation for the interns for a monthly rent ~ 200-300€ per month (paid by intern, unless otherwise agreed) or for free
• Offering an allowance in alignment with the regulations set by the immigration services
• Picking up the interns from the nearest bus/train station upon arrival
• Making sure that candidates will be registered after arrival

To ensure a successful hosting experience, Bixter will create a thorough hosting internship plan based on the information, tasks and responsibilities provided by host-employers. We carefully check the education of each of our applicants to ensure the perfect match between the internship place and the intern.

Non-EU interns who wish to do an internship in Sweden must have an internship plan that outlines the specific educational and training objectives of their internship. The internship plan is a crucial component of the internship permit application process, and it must be detailed, comprehensive, and meet the eligibility requirements set by the Migrationsverket.

Bixter.work is specialized in providing this service and can help Swedish companies develop a valid and compliant internship plan for their non-EU interns. With Bixter’s assistance, companies can ensure that their internship plan meets all the necessary requirements, including the specific tasks and responsibilities of the intern, their educational objectives, and the expected duration of their internship.

Bixter’s experts have a solid knowledge of the Swedish immigration regulations and requirements related to internship programs, and they can guide companies through the entire process of preparing a valid internship plan. By working with Bixter, companies can ensure that their non-EU interns are well-prepared and that their internship program meets all the necessary criteria for a successful visa application.

• Global Sourcing: Our global agents are actively engaged in finding educated, and motivated candidates. They tap into a wide range of sectors to locate individuals who not only meet the required qualifications but are also keen on contributing to your business’s growth.
• Partnership Network: We’ve built a robust Partnership Network that spans over 30 countries, encompassing companies, educational institutions, governmental agencies, and organizations. This network is a rich source of talented candidates, ensuring we have access to a diverse pool of individuals suited to various business needs.
• Expanding Global Network: Our global network is ever-expanding, allowing us to continually enhance our candidate selection. This growth ensures that we have a dynamic and varied database from which we can match candidates specifically tailored to the requirements of your business.
• Digital Presence: Our strong digital footprint across websites and social media platforms enables candidates to reach out to us directly. This accessibility increases our visibility among potential candidates, ensuring a steady flow of interested professionals.
• Word-of-Mouth Recommendations: Our candidates often recommend Bixter to their peers, further enriching our candidate pool with motivated individuals looking to advance their careers in European countries.

Recognizing the complexities of recruiting and onboarding international interns, our professional team offers assistance at every step. From completing visa applications and making travel arrangements to sharing vital information about registration procedures and visa validation, we ensure a smooth transition for interns moving to Sweden.

At Bixter, we know how important it is to focus on the most important processes of the business. This is why we are ready to take over the matching processes, while the host-employers can focus on other important activities and grow their businesses.

Here is a breakdown of the operations that Bixter is managing for employers and host-employers:

– sourcing and pre-screening of applicants according to criteria of the host-employer and migration service regulations,

– sharing important information about the tasks and responsibilities assigned to the intern to make sure he/she has realistic expectations,

– conducting required paperwork for visa application and following up with responsible migration institutions involved,

– managing arrival of interns, sharing informative booklets on the registration process – for a smooth integration process,

– providing support for both host-employer and interns within the validity of the internship period.

In order to host Non-EU interns, adequate living conditions need to be provided by host-employers for a monthly rent. The rent needs to be affordable for the interns, as they will be paying it from their monthly allowance, unless otherwise agreed

Here is a list of requirements that need to be fulfilled:

• Single room (in rare cases interns can be placed together in one room)
• Furnished room with a sleeping bed, closet, chair, table, appropriate lighting
• Toilet and shower facilities
• Access to cooking facilities and a fridge
• Access to washing machine
• The living facilities should respect the safety regulations
• The accommodation should be located close to the internship place (in case no car is provided)