On October 9, SKF welcomed international students in areas such as Mechatronics from Chalmers University of Technology to their headquarters in Gamlestaden. The students took part of valuable infromationr egarding SKF’s Global Graduate Program and got an exclusive tour in one of their factories. The company visit was arranged by Unimeet Gothenburg with the aim of offering participants a unique opportunity to learn more about the industry and expand their professional network.

Photo: Elina Maaranen

Around 30 international students in various fields, including Mobility Engineering and Mechatronics, at Chalmers University of Technology had the opportunity to join Unimeet Gothenburg for a visit to SKF’s headquarters and factory in Gamlestaden. It was a unique opportunity for the students to explore the company’s various industries, business functions, and receive information about applications that SKF offers. 

Representatives from SKF’s Global Graduate Program, Anett Szabó, Lorenzo Abbate and Emma Karlsson, provided students with insights and information about the company and the program. They shared their journeys in to SKF and what a normal day can look like. The students also got valuable advice on navigating the Swedish job market.

In addition, the participants had the opportunity to accompany Lars Werner, Visitor Guide, on an exclusive tour of one of SKF’s factories. There, they gained valuable insights into the company’s automation of manufacturing processes and saw various robots in action, including self-driving forklifts. With a twinkle in his eye, Lars told the students that Elvis Presley was on his way, and in that moment a self-driving truck passed the group. A lot of the trucks, Lars explained, have funny nicknames, such as Lady Gaga, Madonna and, of course, Elvis Presley.

Georgios Papadoperakis, masters student at Chalmers. Photo: Elina Maaranen

One of the participants was Georgios Papadoperakis, who is studying the masters program in Systems, Control and Mechatronics at Chalmers. He was curious to see how SKF works, since he himself is interested in a career in manufacturing:

– I was interested to learning more about it. It was very helpful; it was also very interesting and interactive going to see the manufacturing line up in person. I’m very happy that I had the opportunity to attend.

Unimeet Gothenburg’s ambition in organizing company visits for international students and researchers is to, together with the companies and employers in the Gothenburg region, showcase the city as an attractive workplace and attract future international talents to stay in Gothenburg after completing their studies.

Unimeet Gothenburg is a collaboration between the University of Gothenburg, Chalmers University of Technology, and The Trade & Industry Group at Göteborg & Co, aimed at strengthening the exchange between the universities’ international students and the business community, creating cultural and social meeting places, as well as networking opportunities.