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      Early Career Program

      Step into three roles. Tackle challenges that matter. Work alongside people who expect you to contribute, question, and move things forward.

      18 months to accelerate your career

      This isn’t a programme where you sit on the sidelines. From day one, you’re hired into a role, trusted to contribute, supported to grow, and expected to make an impact.

        

      A role from day one

      You’ll be doing the work, not watching it. Trusted with responsibility early, following through, and learning as you go.

      A network that spans the business

      You’ll work with different teams, in different contexts, building relationships that help you get things done, not just get to know people.

      Global exposure

      Three six-month rotations, including an international placement, working across markets where priorities, pace, and perspectives shift and you deliver in new contexts while learning to adapt quickly.

      Skill building

      You’ll learn how to break down complex problems, shape clear stories, and communicate ideas in a way that drives action.

      A mentor

      Someone who will challenge your thinking, share perspective, and help you navigate the moments that matter.

      Market immersion

      Experience two of our key markets, close to the realities of the business, seeing how decisions land, what drives results, and taking on a market challenge with the opportunity to drive impact.

      Three rotations

      Each rotation builds on the last, stretching how you think, how you work, and what you take ownership of.

      Get up to speed and get to know your team. Learn how the business works and start contributing sooner than you expect.

      Months 1 to 6: Rotation 1

      Get up to speed and get to know your team. Learn how the business works and start contributing sooner than you expect. 

      Move abroad and deliver with teams across borders, navigate different ways of operating and seeing how decisions play out in a broader context.

      Months 7 to 12: Rotation 2

      Move abroad and deliver with teams across borders, navigate different ways of operating and seeing how decisions play out in a broader context. 

      Step into more ownership

      Months 13 to 18: Rotation 3

      Step into more ownership, build on your knowledge, and broaden your scope. Strengthen your skills to start shaping where you will have impact beyond the program. 

      Who thrives here

      Participants posing together at a team dinner

      ECP is a platform, what you contribute and the impact you drive is what matters. 

      The people who get the most from it don’t wait to be told. They lean in, ask questions, and take responsibility for what they’re part of. 

      Take ownership

      You follow things through. You care about outcomes, not just activity, and you take responsibility for making progress happen. 

      Deliver Results 

      You turn ideas into action. You take what’s in front of you, deliver on it, and show progress, through outcomes. 

      Stay curious

      You look for better ways of doing things, testing ideas, learning quickly, and building on what works. 

      Win together

      You bring others in, challenge thinking constructively, and help move things forward together. 

      Push your edge

      You step into situations that stretch you, even when the answer isn’t obvious yet. 

       

      Program participants team photo

      Where will you make your mark?


      Both tracks are open to you who are about to graduate or recently graduated with up to 5 years of relevant experience. The difference is where you'll have the most impact.

      Excellerate leadership track

      For those motivated by performance, pace, and commercial impact.

      You’ll rotate across Sales, Commercial Management, Strategy, Supply, Finance and more. Working on priorities that directly influence results and learning how different parts of the business connect to create value.

      Innovate leadership track

      For those driven by building what’s next.

      You’ll rotate across Research, Product Development, Data, and AI — contributing to solutions that don’t just support the business but move it forward.

      The hiring process

      1

      Apply                                       

      Tell us about yourself and where you want to make an impact.                                                                                                         

      2

      Assessments                         

      Online assessments focused on how you approach problems and make decisions.                                                                         

      3

      Interview and case study

      A conversation and a challenge - a chance to show how you think, structure problems, and move towards solutions.

      4

      Final conversations           

      Meet senior leaders and stakeholders to explore what your journey could look like and get a feel for how we work.

      Applications are now open!

      Find all of our current openings below!

      Can’t find the right opportunity yet? More roles will be opening over the coming weeks, so check back soon.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      Who and how to apply?

      The program is aimed for you who have recently graduated or at the start of your career with up to 5 years of relevant experience. Read more on each role as recruitment is open to learn more about who we are looking for.

      You may apply while you are still finishing your studies or thesis. However, to join the program, you must have completed your degree and be ready to start a full-time position by August 2027. 

      The selection process includes an assessment, followed by a recruiter call and 2-3 interviews. For some roles, a case may also be included. 

      Applications are reviewed by recruiters based on the requirements of each role. Recruitment technology may support the screening process, but recruiters make the decision on which candidates move forward. 

      Around 100 candidates globally will be accepted into the Early Career Program. Each position represents the needs of our business where we believe you can have impact. 

      Ericsson supports work permits, but you’ll need to be based in, or ready to relocate to, the location of the role you apply for. You can find the hiring location in each job ad.

      No. You only need to complete the assessment once. You may receive multiple invitations if you apply for several positions, but you can simply agree to share your existing results for your other applications. Learn more about sharing the test result here

      If you have any questions, write to Alva's support chat in the chat on the bottom right at alvalabs.io or to support@alvalabs.io

      About the program

      The Early Career Program is an 18-month program with three six-month rotations, including one international rotation. The program also includes two business modules that provide insights into our markets, as well as access to a global network. 

      One of the three rotations is expected to be an international rotation, as international exposure is not only important for the Early Career Program but also to introduce you to Ericsson globally. 

      The expected start date will be confirmed during the recruitment process. You must be available to start the program by August 2027 at the latest. 

      Yes, an earlier start may be possible depending on the role, location, and business needs. The earliest possible start date is the end of April 2027.

      This is a permanent role. Selected candidates are hired into a specific role from day one and will take part in the Early Career Program as part of their development journey. 

      The difference between the tracks is based on the role you apply to. It will not impact the program journey but mainly the learnings you do as part of your daily work. 

      Being part of the Early Career Program means learning is constant. Therefore, we expect you to develop not only during the 18-month journey but beyond the program. Learn about the development that you can expect during the program here.

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