UTN's Board. From left: Signe Jönsson, Erik Edlund, Dante Wensby, Tim Nedergård and Maja Eneström.
Uppsala Union of Engineering and Science Students has a plethora of involvement opportunities, ranging from being part of a committee to being a project manager, participating in working groups, and holding a full-time salaried post.
Involvement spans a range of areas, including monitoring of student interests, where you work with improving the quality and content of the education, to organising major events such as the River Rafting, which brings students together in one of the most memorable events of the year.
Once a semester, all those involved work together in a joint effort to clean the corps premises during the traditional cleaning festival.
Each involvement in UTN offers unique experiences and opportunities to grow, learn and contribute. Whether it's through planning events, managing the union's communications, or representing students' interests, there is always room for committed individuals who want to make a difference and develop professionally.
Use your academic years not only to learn in the classroom, but also to gain real-world skills and experience.
Getting involved in Uppsala Union of Engineering and Science Students means more than just participating; it is a chance to actively influence and improve students' academic and social conditions. As an involved member, you get a unique platform to raise voices, contribute to decision-making and run projects that have a direct impact on the study environment at Uppsala University. Your commitment leads to you being not only part of the UTN community, but also a catalyst for change and innovation within the university and the broader student body.
By taking an active role, whether as a team member, project manager, or in a full-time salaried post, you help shape education and strengthen the quality of student experiences. You will have the opportunity to work alongside other students and academic staff to realise ideas and initiatives that make a real difference. Involvement in UTN is a way to build bridges, create long-lasting collaborations and ensure that the needs and desires of students are always at the heart of the university's development.
If you're ready to take the plunge and get involved in UTN, your journey starts here. Engagement in the union is open to all technology and science students at Uppsala University, and there are many ways to go. The application process for the various engagements varies over the year, with specific times for when records are opened for applications. All positions are announced on apply.utn.se. In order not to miss any opportunities, keep up to date via UTN's website and newsletter where up-to-date information on vacancies and application deadlines are regularly published.
When a positions is published on apply.utn.se, it is usually up for at least 10 days.
The selection process is designed to be fair, transparent and inclusive. It begins with an announcement of open positions, where all interested members are welcome to apply. After the end of the application period, the candidates are usually called for an interview.
Positions appointed by the Union Council or the full-timers are usually conducted by the Nomination Committee. Most other positions are interviewed by either the Board or the people responsible for the position you applied for.
The time commitment can vary depending on the type of involvement, but also the time of year. Some commitments, such as student representative commitments, may involve just a few meetings per semester, while others may entail a few hours a week. Regardless of which involvement suits you, it is important to remember that the time you spend should not be to the extent that your studies are significantly affected. Some involvements where you work towards a specific event can be calmer at the beginning and then become more intense towards the end.
Absolutely! UTN welcome all members who want to contribute, regardless of previous experiences. Involvement in the union is a fantastic opportunity to learn new skills and we offer training and support to help you get started.
UTN offers a plethora of different involvements, ranging from being a student representative, part of a committee or work group, standalone commitments or taking a full-time paid position and take a study break.
Involvement with UTN gives you practical experiences which complements you academic education. It helps you develop transferable skills such as leadership, project leading and teamwork, which is attractive for future employers. In addition to this, you build up a network of contacts which can be useful in you future career.
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