Jobbsprånget Summit
Employer Stars and Heroes 2024/25
A Day for Our Employers!
Jobbsprånget Summit is a celebration to all employers who make an impact and drive a more sustainable job market. On May 15th, employers in the program come together for an afternoon of talks and insights. The winners of the Employer Stars and Heroes Awards will be announced and celebrated for opening doors to the job market for foreign-born professionals.
15 May • 14.00-15.30 • Live Studio Broadcast
Awards & Nominations
Social Impact Award
Through their dedication to Jobbsprånget, they have made a real impact, changed many life journeys, and contributed to a more sustainable job market in Sweden. This award goes to the employer who has welcomed the highest number of interns during the year and made a real difference
Winner:
Volvo Group and IKEA
Accelerator of the Year Award
Through their rapid growth and strong commitment, they are making a significant impact by contributing to a sustainable job market and expanding opportunities for foreign-born professionals. This award goes to the employer who has increased the number of offered internship positions the most during the year.
Winner
Chalmers Tekniska Högskola
Mentor of the Year Award
By supporting, guiding, and contributing to the interns professional development, this mentor has not only fostered professional growth but also contributed to a more inclusive and welcoming job market. This award celebrates an individual who has shown exceptional dedication as a mentor.
Winner
Emmamaria Wahlberg-Melvig, Schneider Electric
Jobbsprånget Honorary Award
This award goes to a true role model – an employer or person who goes the extra mile, who helps people grow, and makes a difference for both individuals and society through their commitment and actions.
Winner
Former President of Chalmers, former Executive Vice President of Volvo Group, and former Chair of Jobbsprånget
Agenda
Opening Speaker
Sophia Metelius
State Secretary to Minister for Employment and Integration Mats Persson
Panel Talk
Social impact meets business value: Jobbsprånget in practice
This panel-talk brings together industry leaders to discuss how businesses can turn social sustainability into business value. Through real-world examples, we’ll discuss how investing in foreign-born academics and social impact drives innovation, strengthens workplace culture, and enhances long-term profitability.
Elin Ingves Pyk
CEO, Sevan
Maria Samuelsson
Country HR Manager, ABB Sweden
Linda Wall
Program Manager Talent Programs & Attraction, Volvo Cars
Summit Highlights
Panel Talk:
ABB on workplace culture and social impact
Panel Talk:
Volvo Cars on finding competence for the future
Panel Talk:
Sevan AB on growing with Jobbsprånget
