Overview

• Föreningen PiL – Personalvetare i Lund (The Human Resources Association in Lund) is a student association founded in 1992, exclusively for students enrolled in the PA-programmet (HR program) or HR-focused courses in Lund.
• The association is affiliated with P-Riks (Personalvetarstuderandes Riksförbund), a nationwide federation for HR student organizations, and represents hundreds of members passionate about HR, university life, and networking.
• PiL’s primary objectives include promoting Lund University’s HR education program and the HR profession, while ensuring academic quality through collaborations with Lunds universitet and other stakeholder organizations.
• The association emphasizes creating a social hub for members, prioritizing networking opportunities and future professional connections alongside academic advocacy.
• Despite its significant membership base, Föreningen PiL operates with a single employee, reflecting its student-led organizational structure.

Specializations

• Advocacy for Lund University’s HR education program (PA-programmet) through targeted marketing and quality assurance initiatives.
• Student-focused networking platforms connecting HR students with industry professionals and alumni.
• Collaboration with Lunds universitet to maintain high academic standards in HR education.
• Representation within P-Riks, enabling nationwide coordination with other HR student associations.

Services & Approach

• Organizing networking events and social activities to foster professional connections among HR students.
• Academic quality monitoring through partnerships with Lunds universitet and stakeholder organizations.
• Promotion of HR career opportunities and Lund University’s HR program to prospective students.
• Facilitation of peer-to-peer knowledge exchange and career development resources for members.