Swedish armed forces seek thousands of jobs without conscription

The Swedish Armed Forces are expanding with thousands of job openings in areas like IT, logistics, and procurement, without needing completed conscription. Colonel Stefan Smedman calls the process highly dynamic and fast-paced. A guide explains how to apply for hundreds of positions in high-demand fields.

The Swedish Armed Forces are undergoing a major buildup, announcing thousands of new jobs to address needs in a rapidly changing security landscape. Positions cover various specialist areas, from IT experts to logisticians and purchasers, and no longer require completed conscription to apply.

"We are in a very dynamic development process with an incredibly high tempo," says Colonel Stefan Smedman, emphasizing the organization's urgent need for skills.

According to a guide from Aftonbladet, hundreds of positions are currently open for applications. Shortages are particularly acute in technical and administrative roles, where civilian backgrounds often suffice. This reflects the Armed Forces' strategy to broaden recruitment beyond traditional conscripts to quickly enhance capacity.

Interested applicants are encouraged to visit the Armed Forces' career site for current listings and requirements. Without the conscription prerequisite, doors open wider for civilian experts to contribute to national defense.

Mga Kaugnay na Artikulo

Photorealistic illustration of Swedish military command center warning of rising Russian threat to 2030, featuring maps, missiles, satellites, and tense atmosphere.
Larawang ginawa ng AI

Swedish armed forces warn of rising Russian threat to 2030

Iniulat ng AI Larawang ginawa ng AI

The Swedish Armed Forces assess that the Russian military threat to Sweden will increase until 2030, alongside growing hybrid warfare. The agency has submitted priorities to the government to bolster defense, including long-range missiles and spy satellites. The situation is described as the most severe since World War II and is expected to worsen.

A heated debate on conscription erupts in Dagens Nyheter following a letter suggesting only men should serve. Several respondents argue for including women and introducing general service to strengthen defense and society.

Iniulat ng AI

At the turn of the year, compensation for Swedish conscripts will increase for the first time since 2017. According to Pliktrådet, which represents those subject to total defense service, the raise is not sufficient.

The Swedish government and Sverigedemokraterna have reversed course on the buyback of the controversial AR-15 rifle, opting for voluntary redemption instead of mandatory. This is outlined in a debate article in Svensk Jakt, signed by several ministers and spokespersons. The context stems from restrictions following the Örebro mass shooting earlier this year.

Iniulat ng AI

Despite Donald Trump's threatening rhetoric against Denmark, neither the Swedish government nor the Armed Forces have a plan for a potential US withdrawal from NATO. Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson emphasizes that Sweden has a plan for security in a more dangerous time. The statement was made at the security conference in Sälen.

South Korea's military will provide drone operation training to all conscripts starting next year to bolster combat capabilities in modern warfare, the defense ministry announced on Wednesday. Dubbed the "500,000 drone warrior" project, the plan allocates about 33 billion won ($22.9 million) to purchase around 11,000 small commercial drones for training. Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back stated that fostering these drone warriors will not only enhance military drone operations but also serve as a foundation for troops to enter related industries after service.

Iniulat ng AI

Nathaniel Raymond from Yale urges Sweden to leverage its influence to halt the United Arab Emirates' arms support to the RSF militia in Sudan. Satellite images reveal ongoing massacres in Al-Fashir, where over 200,000 people are trapped. Swedish ministers defend exports but emphasize sanctions against involved companies.

 

 

 

Gumagamit ng cookies ang website na ito

Gumagamit kami ng cookies para sa analytics upang mapabuti ang aming site. Basahin ang aming patakaran sa privacy para sa higit pang impormasyon.
Tanggihan