Scholarship at the Swedish Chamber of Commerce

Scholarship at the Swedish Chamber of Commerce

We are proud to offer talented and creative young professionals the opportunity to join the Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the Netherlands as an International Management Trainee to gain international business experience through the various scholarship programs.

Generous scholarship donors The Scholarship Fund for Swedish Youth Abroad, Gull & Stellan Ljungbergs Foundation Scholarship and The School of Business, Economics and, Law at the University of Gothenburgs Scholarship Foundation, make these opportunities possible.

Applications

The application for the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in the Netherlands International Management Trainee is now open.

As an International Management Trainee, you will actively participate in the work of the Chamber for 12 months starting end of June 2026. Your role will involve engaging in networking and business development activities, as well as seminars and numerous annual events hosted by the Chamber.

Last day to submit your application is March 31, 2026, but we will review applications on a rolling basis. Apply by sending in your CV, Transcript of Records and Motivational letter to frida.olovsson@swedishchamber.nl. This is a general early application process, you will later on be matched with the most suitable scholarship.

Responsibilities as a Management Trainee will include work in one of the following areas:

Events
Business Development
Member Engagement
Young Professionals
Marketing

Criteria:

Demonstrated initiative, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit
Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Swedish
Recently completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree at a Swedish university or institution of higher education
Swedish citizenship and under the age of 30

Application for the Gull & Stellan Ljungberg Foundation Scholarship 2026-2027 is now open.

Application for the Scholarship Fund for Swedish Youth Abroad Scholarship 2026-2027 opens early 2026.

Application for theSchool of Business, Economics and, Law at the University of Gothenburg Scholarship 2026-2027 is now open.

International Business Experience

Being a trainee at the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in the Netherlands gives you a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in an international business environment. You’ll gain invaluable insights into the Dutch market—a strategically important hub for Swedish companies known for its advanced digitalization, technology, innovation, and sustainability.

Additionally, you’ll have the chance to network with influential business leaders, entrepreneurs, and industry experts, opening doors to further international opportunities and career prospects.

Your Role and Responsibilities

As an International Management Trainee, you will actively participate in various activities at the Swedish Chamber of Commerce for 12 months. You will be involved in contact-making, business promotion activities and seminars, not least through the Swedish Chamber’s 40+ events.

You will primarily focus your efforts on one of the following areas, while working in close collaboration with fellow trainees across the other functions:

Event & Business Development
Members & Young Professionals
Marketing & Communication

Qualifications and Application

Most scholarships require that applicants must be currently enrolled in or have recently completed a bachelor’s or master’s program at a Swedish university. If you do not meet these criteria, undertaking a six-month internship may be an alternative for you.

Additionally, it is essential to demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills in both Swedish and English. The application period typically runs from January to March.

Read more about the internship here

Scholarship at the Swedish Chamber of Commerce