The main types of employment
1. Tillsvidareanställning (permanent employment)
Positions with no end date, offering stability and benefits such as holiday pay and pension contributions. May include a probationary period of up to 6 months.
2. Visstidsanställning (fixed-term employment)
Time-limited positions for temporary needs:
- SÄVA (särskild visstidsanställning) – short assignments
- Vikariat – covering for someone else
- Säsongsanställning – seasonal work
3. Projektanställning (project employment)
Positions tied to a specific project with a defined end point.
4. Timanställning (hourly employment)
Work scheduled as needed, with no fixed hours – common in hospitality and retail.
5. Deltidsanställning (part-time employment)
Working fewer than standard hours, either permanently or for a fixed term.
6. Other forms of employment
Including freelancing and working through a staffing agency.
Understanding how employment is structured helps jobseekers make informed decisions about their careers.
