1. What does Beredskapslyftet’s project with former Northvolt employees involve?
   The project aims to match laid-off Northvolt personnel with job opportunities at employers experiencing recruitment needs. The focus has been particularly on third-country nationals who have 90 days to secure new employment. The project will continue until October 2025. 

2. Why was the project initiated?
   The initiative was launched in response to the extensive layoffs at Northvolt, aiming to quickly provide support and reduce unemployment among those affected, while ensuring that their skills are retained and remain in Sweden.

3. Who is eligible to participate in the project?
   Former Northvolt employees who have been laid off are welcome to participate.

4. How long will the project last?
   The project is time-limited but may be extended if necessary. Currently, we have funding secured until October 2025.

5. How should an employer proceed if they plan to recruit and wish to utilize Beredskapslyftet’s services?
   Contact us via beredskapslyftet.se/northvolt. After initial contact, we conduct a preliminary screening of candidates based on the employer’s requirements and then present those who match these needs. Once suitable candidates are identified, the employer takes over the recruitment process. We can assist with candidate matching, scheduling interviews, conducting interviews if needed, writing job advertisements, and providing some support with the visa process. Our services are available throughout the summer.

6. Is there a cost to participate?
   No. Our service is free of charge for both former Northvolt employees and for employers who wish to use our matching services.

7. How is personal data and privacy handled?
   We comply with GDPR and handle all personal data accordingly.

8. Does the project have any current connection to Northvolt?
   No, the project is independent from Northvolt, but we are happy to collaborate with companies and organizations that want to support the candidates.

9. How can employers or partners get involved?
   Companies and organizations interested in offering employment or other types of support are welcome to contact us via beredskapslyftet.se/northvolt.

10. How much funding have you received from the private sector, and how have these funds been utilized?
    To date, we have operated with a budget of 3 million SEK, of which 1.6 million SEK comes from the private sector and 1.4 million SEK from public funds. These resources have financed a team of approximately eight people, including project managers, recruiters, and administrators.

11. How is the project funded?
    The project is financed by the private sector as well as public funds.

12. What portion of the funding is public, and what are its sources?
    Approximately 45 percent (1,400,000 SEK) of the total funding consists of public funds: 1,300,000 SEK from the Swedish Agency for Economic and Regional Growth (Tillväxtverket) and 100,000 SEK from Skellefteå Municipality.

    The government has made decisions regarding arrangements in response to Northvolt’s bankruptcy. One of these arrangements includes a mandate to Tillväxtverket to support Beredskapslyftet’s initiatives related to Northvolt. Read the full press release here.

13. What is the project timeline, and what happens after the summer?
    The project runs until the end of October 2025. We are evaluating the possibility of continuing as long as the need remains and funding is secured.

14. Over 1,400 people have registered, but only a few have secured jobs. How do you view this?
    We have sent out over 1,300 CVs to more than 200 open positions. The competition is intense, particularly for third-country nationals who face visa requirements, Swedish language demands, security clearances, general labor market challenges, and lack of networks in Sweden — the obstacles are numerous. As of late June, approximately 40 candidates are in the interview process, and more will be matched to jobs moving forward. The project is ongoing, and we are working diligently to ensure more people find employment.

15. What actions have you taken to assist former Northvolt employees in finding new jobs?
    We focus on matching candidates with relevant skills to employers who have recruitment needs. Our team identifies available positions, matches them with candidates in our database, and forwards their profiles to employers, followed by ongoing follow-up. We also offer interview coaching to help candidates prepare for job interviews and improve their chances of success.

16. Why have not more people found jobs in Skellefteå?
    Relatively few companies in Norrland have contacted us with recruitment needs.

17. How many former Northvolt employees have been offered employment through the project so far?
    A total of 11 former Northvolt employees have been offered employment through the project.

Last updated on July 7, 2025.