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14 May 2026· 4 minute read

More Young Swedes Choose Vocational Higher Education Over University in 2026

YH is growing while universities are losing ground among young people who want a fast path to work. What is driving the trend and what does it mean for internships, companies, and schools?

Yazan Ghayad

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14 May 2026· 4 minute read

More Young Swedes Choose Vocational Higher Education Over University in 2026

YH is growing while universities are losing ground among young people who want a fast path to work. What is driving the trend and what does it mean for internships, companies, and schools?

Yazan Ghayad

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14 May 2026· 4 minute read

Swedish Vocational Higher Education Expands, New Programs Start in Autumn 2026

Yrkeshögskolan continues to expand. Here is the trend behind the growth, which areas are growing most, and what it means for LIA and internship placements.

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13 May 2026· 5 minute read

AI Used in More Internship Processes, the Trend in 2026

AI is now used for matching, documentation, and follow-up of internships. Here are the trends in 2026 and what schools and companies should keep in mind.

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13 May 2026· 4 minute read

More Swedish Regions Move to Digital Internship Management in 2026

More regions and municipalities are moving from Excel and email to digital internship management. What is driving the trend and where do things stand?

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12 May 2026· 6 minute read

Internships in Media and Communications – Finding the Right Placement

Guide for students seeking internships in media, PR, journalism and communications. Practical tips on where to find placements and what skills you need.

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12 May 2026· 6 minute read

How Schools Plan APL for the Entire Academic Year – Step by Step

A complete guide for upper secondary schools that want to plan APL systematically throughout the academic year. From partnerships to evaluation.

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12 May 2026· 5 minute read

The EU Directive on Quality Internships, What It Means for Sweden

The EU has tightened the rules on internships and wants to stop unpaid long internships without educational purpose. Here is what it means for Swedish schools and companies.

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12 May 2026· 4 minute read

Internships in Culture and Events, a Guide for Students

Culture and events is a creative and fast-paced industry. Here is how to find an internship in theater, music, festivals, and event production.

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11 May 2026· 6 minute read

How to Get Strong References from Your Internship

Your internship is a golden opportunity to build references. Here are practical tips for securing strong recommendations from supervisors and colleagues.

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11 May 2026· 6 minute read

How to Succeed with Remote Internships – Tips for Students and Supervisors

Remote internships are increasingly common. Here are practical tips for students and supervisors who want to get the most out of a remote placement.

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11 May 2026· 6 minute read

Time Management During Your Internship – How to Get Everything Done

Struggling to keep up during your internship? Here are practical tips for managing your time, prioritizing tasks and avoiding stress as an intern.

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11 May 2026· 4 minute read

Internships in Retail and E-commerce, a Guide for Students

Retail and e-commerce employ hundreds of thousands in Sweden. Here is how to find an internship in stores, e-commerce, and customer experience.

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11 May 2026· 4 minute read

Internships in Industry and Manufacturing, a Guide for Students

Industry is the backbone of Swedish exports. Here is how to find an internship in manufacturing, production, and maintenance, and what to know about the sector.

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10 May 2026· 5 minute read

More Companies Offer Summer Internships in 2026 – A Growing Trend

Summer internships are on the rise in Sweden in 2026. More companies are offering short placement periods during the summer to attract future talent early.

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10 May 2026· 7 minute read

The Supervisor's Role During VFU – Responsibilities, Support and Assessment

Guide for supervisors hosting VFU students. How the role works, responsibility distribution and assessment during clinical/field placement education.

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10 May 2026· 6 minute read

How to Handle Conflicts at Your Internship Placement

Conflicts during internships are more common than you think. Here are practical tips for students and supervisors on handling disagreements professionally.

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10 May 2026· 4 minute read

Internships in Electrical and Energy, a Guide for Students

Electrical and energy is one of the most important industries of the future. Here is how to find an internship in electrical work, energy, and renewables.

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10 May 2026· 4 minute read

Internships in Transport and Logistics, a Guide for Students

Transport and logistics is one of Sweden's largest industries. Here is how to find an internship, what to expect, and which roles host interns.

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9 May 2026· 6 minute read

5 Things Supervisors Wish Interns Knew Before Day One

What do supervisors actually want interns to know? Here are five things that make internships better for everyone, right from the first day.

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9 May 2026· 4 minute read

6 Things to Do During Your Last Week of Internship

The last week of an internship is often the most important. Here are six concrete things you should do to finish strong and get maximum value from the period.

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9 May 2026· 4 minute read

How to Talk About Your Internship in Your Next Job Interview

For most new graduates, the internship is your strongest credential. Here are concrete tips on how to talk about your internship in a job interview.

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9 May 2026· 5 minute read

Skolverket Tightens APL Follow-Up Requirements for Autumn 2026

New guidelines from Skolverket set higher standards for schools to follow up APL students systematically. Here is how upper secondary schools and supervisors are affected.

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8 May 2026· 7 minute read

When the Internship Isn’t Working – How Schools Handle Problems

What does the school do when an internship is not working? Guide for APL, LIA and VFU coordinators on signals, conversations, replacement and documentation.

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8 May 2026· 4 minute read

Internship Journal, 5 Tips for Writing One That Is Valuable

An internship journal is not just a school task. Done right, it is a tool for learning, reflection, and future CV material. Here are 5 tips.

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8 May 2026· 4 minute read

How to Build Your LinkedIn During an Internship, 6 Tips for Students

An internship is one of the best periods to grow on LinkedIn. Here are six concrete tips for building your profile and your network during the internship.

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Prakto blog

More Young Swedes Choose Vocational Higher Education Over University in 2026

More Young Swedes Choose Vocational Higher Education Over University in 2026

Swedish Vocational Higher Education Expands, New Programs Start in Autumn 2026

AI Used in More Internship Processes, the Trend in 2026

More Swedish Regions Move to Digital Internship Management in 2026

Internships in Media and Communications – Finding the Right Placement

How Schools Plan APL for the Entire Academic Year – Step by Step

The EU Directive on Quality Internships, What It Means for Sweden

Internships in Culture and Events, a Guide for Students

How to Get Strong References from Your Internship

How to Succeed with Remote Internships – Tips for Students and Supervisors

Time Management During Your Internship – How to Get Everything Done

Internships in Retail and E-commerce, a Guide for Students

Internships in Industry and Manufacturing, a Guide for Students

More Companies Offer Summer Internships in 2026 – A Growing Trend

The Supervisor's Role During VFU – Responsibilities, Support and Assessment

How to Handle Conflicts at Your Internship Placement

Internships in Electrical and Energy, a Guide for Students

Internships in Transport and Logistics, a Guide for Students

5 Things Supervisors Wish Interns Knew Before Day One

6 Things to Do During Your Last Week of Internship

How to Talk About Your Internship in Your Next Job Interview

Skolverket Tightens APL Follow-Up Requirements for Autumn 2026

When the Internship Isn’t Working – How Schools Handle Problems

Internship Journal, 5 Tips for Writing One That Is Valuable

How to Build Your LinkedIn During an Internship, 6 Tips for Students

Prakto blog

More Young Swedes Choose Vocational Higher Education Over University in 2026

More Young Swedes Choose Vocational Higher Education Over University in 2026

Swedish Vocational Higher Education Expands, New Programs Start in Autumn 2026

AI Used in More Internship Processes, the Trend in 2026

More Swedish Regions Move to Digital Internship Management in 2026

Internships in Media and Communications – Finding the Right Placement

How Schools Plan APL for the Entire Academic Year – Step by Step

The EU Directive on Quality Internships, What It Means for Sweden

Internships in Culture and Events, a Guide for Students

How to Get Strong References from Your Internship

How to Succeed with Remote Internships – Tips for Students and Supervisors

Time Management During Your Internship – How to Get Everything Done

Internships in Retail and E-commerce, a Guide for Students

Internships in Industry and Manufacturing, a Guide for Students

More Companies Offer Summer Internships in 2026 – A Growing Trend

The Supervisor's Role During VFU – Responsibilities, Support and Assessment

How to Handle Conflicts at Your Internship Placement

Internships in Electrical and Energy, a Guide for Students

Internships in Transport and Logistics, a Guide for Students

5 Things Supervisors Wish Interns Knew Before Day One

6 Things to Do During Your Last Week of Internship

How to Talk About Your Internship in Your Next Job Interview

Skolverket Tightens APL Follow-Up Requirements for Autumn 2026

When the Internship Isn’t Working – How Schools Handle Problems

Internship Journal, 5 Tips for Writing One That Is Valuable

How to Build Your LinkedIn During an Internship, 6 Tips for Students