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Work in Sweden (Canadians Only)

by: International Rural Exchange Canada

8 (1)

Spend an exciting and enriching year working in Sweden! We offer paid placements in agriculture or horticulture, along with accommodation. You’ll stay with a screened host family who will welcome you into their home. We also assist with accessing a work permit! Departures are flexible, from March until summer, and placements last from 3-12 months. Tailor the program duration to fit your busy...

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Program Highlights

Self-fund your trip to Sweden through a paid placement!

Take in the beautiful Swedish countryside and all it has to offer!

Work, travel, and experience during your working holiday in Sweden!

Make memories that you'll never forget!

Visit other incredible Scandinavian countries on a trip of a lifetime.

Quick Details

Locations
  • Ostersund, Sweden
Availability
Year(s) Offered2024
Age Requirement:Varies
Guidelines:
  • Canadian
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Recognitions

Grow Abroad World Alliance

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9

Total Reviews

1

Grooming horses in Sweden!

by: Paytten Fankhanel - CanadaProgram: Work in Sweden (Canadians Only)
8

I had a great time working at a dressage barn in Sweden for the summer! My main duties were grooming and preparing the horses for training sessions with their respective riders, cleaning tack, and daily chores such as turn-outs and feeding. My hosts and co-workers were very kind and helped me learn more about overall horse care and the industry/sport of dressage. I even was able to do some riding at my placement! I was very close to the ocean so I was able to enjoy the near by beaches on my days...

Program Details

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Locations

  • Ostersund, Sweden

Types and Subjects

  • Fields
  • Agriculture
  • Horticulture

Availability

Years Offered: 2024

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

  • Canadian

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • Laundry

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Group living
  • Home-stays
  • Independent living

Salary & Compensation

Earn an hourly wage with arranged accommodations.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Some college credit, no degree

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

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