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Job Responsibilities

The Libraries in Malmö are looking for a student assistant to work on a preliminary study for Språkstart, a library service aimed at assisting individuals and professionals who interact with young children experiencing delayed language development. The work draws inspiration from similar projects, including Språktåget in Stockholm and Västra Götaland, as well as Logopedväskan in Helsingborg.

The student assistant's task is to develop a foundation for how similar projects operate, through interviews, study visits, and environmental analysis. The student will also participate in a network that may become a central part of the Språkstart service in public libraries in Malmö. The assignment includes collaboration with actors in speech therapy, preschool administration, and child health centers.

Part of the assignment is to draft informational and support materials aimed at parents and staff. The student will also compile lessons learned and recommendations for the continued development of Språkstart.

The student assistant will be based at Lindängen Library but will work alongside staff from other area libraries in Malmö and in collaboration with other relevant stakeholders.

As a student assistant in Malmö City, you will have the opportunity to practice your academic knowledge alongside your studies with assignments within our operations. We offer you relevant and qualified work experience, valuable contacts, and a salary. The working hours can amount to approximately 10-15 hours per week.

Qualifications

We are looking for someone studying in the following educational fields:

Speech Therapy
Preschool Teacher Program
Child and Youth Science
Library and Information Science
Teacher Education with a focus on language, communication, or special education

You should have completed at least 60 higher education credits and still be studying throughout the assignment period.

You should have a good ability to conduct research, analyze information, and compile materials. You also need to enjoy engaging in dialogue with multiple stakeholders and have the ability to create contacts and build networks.

Good knowledge of Swedish in both spoken and written form is required. Experience in journalistic work, report writing, interviews, or other forms of investigative work is advantageous. Experience working with children is also a plus.

As a person, you are proactive, structured, meticulous, and enjoy working both independently and collaboratively with colleagues. Personal suitability is highly valued.

About the Workplace

With imagination and knowledge, the Libraries in Malmö offer opportunities that bridge gaps in various areas such as reading, storytelling, democratic participation, cultural engagement, and digital competence. The Libraries in Malmö have over 180 employees and approximately 4000 visitors daily. We are part of the strong cultural offerings in the city and contribute to the development of modern folk education in Sweden. We aim to provide every generation of Malmö residents with the opportunity to co-create the future of library services.

Our working methods increasingly focus on user participation, which places high demands on flexibility, collaboration, and responsiveness among those of us who work here. Lindängen Library belongs to the Eastern unit in the Department of Libraries in Malmö. Here, a section manager and 10 librarians/library assistants work. The library aims to be a hub in the local community where everyone should feel welcome.

Information about the Position

Employment Type: Temporary

Scope: Hourly paid. The assignment includes approximately 120 hours over 15 weeks.

Working Hours: As a student assistant, you will work approximately 10-15 hours per week. Evening and weekend work may occur. Working hours are largely flexible and planned together with a supervisor to fit your studies.

Start Date: March 1, 2026, or as agreed

Number of Positions: 1

Application

Please note that Malmö City has removed the personal letter from the application process and replaced it with selection questions. This is for a more inclusive recruitment process and an efficient candidate experience. Your responses will be an important part of our selection work.

Malmö City strives for employees to represent the diversity present in our city. We therefore welcome applicants who can contribute to our ability to meet the needs of Malmö residents.