Your partner for international traineeship programs in Agriculture, Food Technology and Hospitality

• Trainees who are currently enrolled in or have recently completed education related to Hospitality Management, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Gastronomy, Culinary Arts, or similar fields in their home countries.
• Young and motivated trainees. Trainees invest in their visa process and travel arrangements in order to gain practical hospitality training experience in Sweden. They value the opportunity to strengthen their future career opportunities in their home country or abroad.
• Trainees with solid knowledge of hospitality operations, customer service, food preparation, restaurant service, hotel operations, and workplace hygiene practices.
• Trainees able to participate in physically demanding and customer-facing activities commonly found in hospitality environments.
• Stable traineeship candidates. As participants from non-EU countries require residence and traineeship permits in Sweden, their permit is connected to one specific host company, making the traineeship placement stable for up to 1 year. Considering workforce instability in the hospitality sector, international trainees can provide valuable continuity for host companies.
• Trainees with a good command of the English language.
• Trainee allowance is regulated by the responsible authorities from approximately 13,500 SEK per month.
• Bixter customer support throughout the full traineeship placement period.

Bixter collaborates closely with its international partners to carefully review and interview prospective trainees, helping ensure that participants have educational backgrounds and qualifications relevant to the traineeship program.

As a trusted partner, Bixter provides detailed guidance regarding the traineeship program and related procedures, helping host companies and trainees prepare for a successful experience.

Bixter assists with documentation preparation and administrative coordination related to permit applications and traineeship arrangements, allowing host companies to focus on their core activities.

Based on the information provided by the host company, Bixter makes every effort to align trainees with suitable traineeship placements and learning environments.

We help ensure that trainees have the necessary insurance coverage in place, helping reduce the risk of unexpected costs or liabilities during the traineeship period.

Our support team is available to provide assistance and address any concerns that may arise during the traineeship placement. This helps support smooth cooperation between the host company and the trainee, contributing to a positive and productive learning environment.

Bixter conducts pre-departure webinars and shares informative materials with trainees to support the integration process and reduce potential communication misunderstandings.

At the end of the program, we send evaluation forms to host companies to collect feedback regarding the traineeship placement and the support provided by Bixter as part of our continuous service improvement process.

To provide additional reassurance to host companies, Bixter includes a 1-month replacement period. During this period, a trainee replacement may be arranged at no additional cost in cases of significant mismatch with the previously agreed trainee profile, inability to participate appropriately in the traineeship program, or other justified circumstances.

In the context of Swedish migration regulations, a non-EU trainee is an individual from a country outside the European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA), or Switzerland who participates in a structured traineeship program in Sweden. Non-EU trainees are required to obtain the relevant permits and fulfill applicable legal requirements before entering and staying in Sweden.

To participate in a traineeship program in Sweden, a non-EU applicant may apply for a residence permit connected to higher education traineeship arrangements, typically granted for periods of up to 12 months, subject to the applicable regulations and decisions of the relevant authorities.

The permit application process may involve multiple administrative steps and documentation requirements. Bixter provides guidance and administrative support to help applicants and host companies understand the process and prepare the necessary documentation for submission.

With Bixter’s support, host companies can focus on providing a structured and valuable traineeship experience while we assist in coordinating the preparation and mobility process.

If your company is planning to host a non-EU trainee in Sweden, it is important to consider the expected timeline for the required permit process.

The residence permit process handled by Migrationsverket may take approximately five months, although processing times can vary depending on the individual case, documentation requirements, and the structure of the traineeship program.

Bixter assists with administrative coordination and preparation of the required documentation related to the traineeship process, helping host companies reduce administrative workload and better prepare for upcoming trainee arrivals.

To support smooth planning, host companies are encouraged to prepare in advance and account for the expected permit processing period. Early preparation helps ensure that the traineeship placement process can proceed in an organized and compliant manner for all parties involved.

By working with Bixter, host companies receive guidance throughout the traineeship preparation process, helping facilitate structured international traineeship opportunities in accordance with applicable procedures and requirements.

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 believe that hosting an international trainee creates valuable opportunities for cultural exchange, knowledge sharing, and professional development. To support a successful traineeship experience, all parties should follow the applicable regulations and procedures established by the relevant Swedish authorities.

Please note that trainees may only begin their traineeship activities after receiving the necessary permit approval connected to the host company and traineeship arrangement. Compliance with the applicable requirements is important to support a structured and legally compliant traineeship process.

Bixter provides guidance and updates regarding relevant procedures and regulatory changes related to international traineeship programs in Sweden.

• Assisting with arranging accommodation for trainees, typically with a monthly housing cost of approximately €200–300 per month (paid by the trainee unless otherwise agreed), or providing accommodation free of charge.
• Providing trainee allowance in accordance with the applicable regulations and program requirements.
• Assisting trainees with arrival logistics, including pickup from the nearest bus or train station when applicable.
• Supporting trainees with the necessary local registration procedures after arrival, where required.

To support a structured traineeship experience, Bixter prepares a detailed traineeship plan based on the information, learning objectives, tasks, and responsibilities provided by the host company.

We carefully review the educational background and study relevance of applicants to help align trainees with suitable traineeship placements and learning environments.

Non-EU trainees who wish to participate in a traineeship program in Sweden may be required to have a traineeship plan describing the educational purpose, learning objectives, and practical training activities connected to the traineeship placement. The traineeship plan forms an important part of the permit documentation process and should reflect the structure and educational relevance of the program.

Bixter supports host companies in preparing structured traineeship plans aligned with the information, learning objectives, and practical tasks connected to the traineeship placement. The plan may include descriptions of training activities, expected learning outcomes, and the planned duration of the traineeship.

Our team provides guidance regarding the documentation and procedural requirements commonly associated with international traineeship programs in Sweden. Through this support, host companies can better prepare traineeship documentation and coordinate structured learning-based placements for international trainees.

Bixter works with an international network of educational institutions, partner organizations, and academic contacts to connect motivated trainees with structured traineeship opportunities in Agriculture, Food Technology, Hospitality, and related sectors.

Through cooperation with universities, colleges, and educational partners from multiple countries, Bixter helps identify trainees whose educational background and study focus are relevant to the traineeship activities provided by host companies.

Bixter continuously expands its international cooperation network to support a wider range of traineeship opportunities and educational profiles aligned with different sectors and learning environments.

We maintain an active digital presence, allowing students and trainees to contact Bixter directly through our website, social media channels, and other communication platforms to learn more about international traineeship opportunities.

Many trainees learn about Bixter through recommendations from previous participants who completed traineeship experiences in European countries as part of their professional and educational development.

At Bixter, we understand that organizing international traineeship placements and related administrative procedures may require significant coordination. Our team supports host companies and trainees throughout the preparation process, including guidance regarding documentation, travel coordination, arrival preparation, and practical information related to local registration procedures where applicable.

At Bixter, we understand the importance of allowing host companies to focus on their daily operations and core business activities. Our team supports the coordination and preparation of international traineeship programs, helping simplify administrative and organizational processes connected to trainee participation.

Here is an overview of the areas where Bixter provides support to host companies and trainees:

– coordinating communication with applicants whose educational background and study focus align with the traineeship activities provided by the host company,

– sharing practical information about traineeship tasks, learning activities, and responsibilities to help trainees better understand the structure and expectations of the program,

– assisting with documentation preparation and administrative coordination related to permit procedures and applicable requirements,

– supporting trainees with arrival preparation and sharing practical information related to local procedures and integration,

– providing ongoing support for both host companies and trainees throughout the traineeship period.

To host non-EU trainees participating in a traineeship program, suitable accommodation arrangements should be available through the host company or coordinated in advance for an agreed monthly rent. The accommodation cost should remain reasonable for trainees, as it is typically covered through the trainee allowance unless otherwise agreed.

The accommodation should generally include:

• A single room (in limited cases, trainees may share accommodation arrangements)
• Furnished living space including a bed, wardrobe or closet, chair, table, and appropriate lighting
• Access to toilet and shower facilities
• Access to cooking facilities and a refrigerator
• Access to a washing machine
• Living conditions that respect applicable safety standards and local regulations
• Accommodation located reasonably close to the traineeship location, especially where independent transportation is not available