Highly-Skilled Migrants in Sweden - A qualitative study of the experiences of non-EU high skilled migrants in the Swedish labour market
(2024) SIMZ51 20241Graduate School
- Abstract (Swedish)
- The study of the migratory trajectories of high skilled migrants has been a topic of enquiry for decades; nevertheless, in practice, these have not been studied in-depth. Therefore, acknowledging this research gap, this thesis aims to explore the experiences of non-EU high skilled migrants when integrating into the labour market in the context of Sweden. This is of particular relevance given that Sweden has for a long time been a country of migration and it is a major recipient of migrants. Specifically, to identify what are the main challenges that they are encountered with, focusing on challenges during job search and workplace integration.. Through the lens of human capital, social capital and cultural capital theory; various aspects... (More)
- The study of the migratory trajectories of high skilled migrants has been a topic of enquiry for decades; nevertheless, in practice, these have not been studied in-depth. Therefore, acknowledging this research gap, this thesis aims to explore the experiences of non-EU high skilled migrants when integrating into the labour market in the context of Sweden. This is of particular relevance given that Sweden has for a long time been a country of migration and it is a major recipient of migrants. Specifically, to identify what are the main challenges that they are encountered with, focusing on challenges during job search and workplace integration.. Through the lens of human capital, social capital and cultural capital theory; various aspects were analysed to comprehend this. Among the key challenges identified in participants’ narratives were language proficiency, cultural differences, access to social capital, and even bureaucratic processes. These factors are not in isolation, but are strongly interconnected. For instance, language proficiency is crucial for migrants as it not only determines their ability to communicate effectively but also affects their chances of finding employment, building social connections, and understanding workplace dynamics. Furthermore, The challenges identified, including language proficiency, cultural differences, access to social capital, and bureaucratic processes, can have a significant impact on the socio-economic well-being of migrants. Insufficient language skills may limit their access to higher-paying jobs or opportunities for career advancement. Additionally, cultural differences may hinder their ability to navigate workplace dynamics and professional networks with ease. Accessing support services for migrants, such as community organisations and mentorship programs, can help individuals navigate bureaucratic processes, receive job search assistance, and obtain guidance on integration issues. Participants mentioned that It is important to demonstrate resilience and adaptability when faced with challenges. This includes persevering through setbacks and actively seeking alternative pathways to achieve career and socio-economic goals. (Less)
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- Seminario Candiotti, Xiomara LU
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- SIMZ51 20241
- year
- 2024
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- H2 - Master's Degree (Two Years)
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- English
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abstract = {{The study of the migratory trajectories of high skilled migrants has been a topic of enquiry for decades; nevertheless, in practice, these have not been studied in-depth. Therefore, acknowledging this research gap, this thesis aims to explore the experiences of non-EU high skilled migrants when integrating into the labour market in the context of Sweden. This is of particular relevance given that Sweden has for a long time been a country of migration and it is a major recipient of migrants. Specifically, to identify what are the main challenges that they are encountered with, focusing on challenges during job search and workplace integration.. Through the lens of human capital, social capital and cultural capital theory; various aspects were analysed to comprehend this. Among the key challenges identified in participants’ narratives were language proficiency, cultural differences, access to social capital, and even bureaucratic processes. These factors are not in isolation, but are strongly interconnected. For instance, language proficiency is crucial for migrants as it not only determines their ability to communicate effectively but also affects their chances of finding employment, building social connections, and understanding workplace dynamics. Furthermore, The challenges identified, including language proficiency, cultural differences, access to social capital, and bureaucratic processes, can have a significant impact on the socio-economic well-being of migrants. Insufficient language skills may limit their access to higher-paying jobs or opportunities for career advancement. Additionally, cultural differences may hinder their ability to navigate workplace dynamics and professional networks with ease. Accessing support services for migrants, such as community organisations and mentorship programs, can help individuals navigate bureaucratic processes, receive job search assistance, and obtain guidance on integration issues. Participants mentioned that It is important to demonstrate resilience and adaptability when faced with challenges. This includes persevering through setbacks and actively seeking alternative pathways to achieve career and socio-economic goals.}},
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language = {{eng}},
note = {{Student Paper}},
title = {{Highly-Skilled Migrants in Sweden - A qualitative study of the experiences of non-EU high skilled migrants in the Swedish labour market}},
year = {{2024}},
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