A warm welcome to Karlstad University

Here you will get a quick overview of the most important things you need as a new employee. We hope you will enjoy working here!

Relocate to Sweden

What to do and prepare before arriving to Sweden.

Move to Karlstad

Things to do and consider upon arrival in Karlstad and while getting settled.

Practical information

Practical information, tasks to complete before you start and support for your first weeks at the university.

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About your employment

Here you find all you need to know about your emplyoyment at Karlstad University.

Each semester, we organise an employee induction programme, called “Welcome Day” for new employees, providing information related to your position at the university as well as information on university operations.

Tips from new colleagues

Personal experience and practical advice from recently hired staff.

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