UNITalent registration is closed (22.11.)

The application period for UNITalent has ended 22.11.2023. We have received a record amount of 196 applications, thank you for your interest!

Next steps:

  • The organisation selects the participants based on the information in the application forms, in relation to their own motivations. 
  • Career services will contact you about the outcome latest 18.12.2023.

UNITalent application period extended until 22.11. – 2 groups still open!

We have extended the application period and there is still room in two host organisation groups: Akava and Alfa Mobility. Read more about the organisations below. The groups are filled in order of registration, so act fast and send your application as soon as possible!

Application period is open until Wednesday 22nd of November.
Programme duration: 1st February to 25th of April 2024.

Who can apply: All international master’s degree students and international doctoral researchers at the University of Helsinki. Finnish students who have done their undergraduate or graduate degree abroad may also apply.

Application process:  More information can be found on the UNITalent main page and apply-page.

LIST OF HOST ORGANISATIONS

Read more about the groups that are still available and proceed to send your application as soon as possible.

All Master’s students and doctoral researchers can apply:

1. Alfa Mobility (Relocation services, global mobility, immigration and visa)

In 2023 Alfa Mobility is the leading Nordic mobility service provider with global reach. It’s main goal is to offer sustainable global mobility for people and businesses. The company provides many complementary services like HR-consulting, expense management, warehousing in Nordics, and outbound assignment management around the world.

2. Akava, the Conferedetation of Unions for Professional and Managerial Staff (Labour market unions, impacting social and political decisions, advocacy work, labour rights and legislation)

Akava has 36 affiliates with altogether some 600 000 unionised members working as employees, entrepreneurs and self-employed professionals in either the public or private sector. Akava is involved in preparing legislation for the labor market, unemployment and social security, and the pension system, which are part of the safety net of the working life.

Master’s and doctoral researchers, from certain programmes (Please see detailed instructions in the JobTeaser)

3.Otava Oppimisen palvelut , Learning Services (Group already full 20.11.)

UNITalent serves as a platform that enables you to connect with organisations that operate in Finland. During this 3-month programme, organisations act as hosts for selected groups of participants, with a focus on sharing knowledge related to their respective fields and offering possibilities for networking.

Technical problem with application confirmation messages from Lyyti

It has come to our attention that there has been a technical error with the application confirmation messages from Lyyti. As a result of this some of the automatic confirmation messages have not been send after the application form has been filled in. Today we have resent the link to a personal confirmation message to all those who have applied for the programme so far.

If you have received a confirmation message from Lyyti while applying OR from the coordination team on Monday November 13th, you can rest assured – your application has been received.

If you did not receive any confirmation message from Lyyti while applying OR from the Career Services, please contact us at careerservices@helsinki.fi.

The application period is still open until Wednesday 15th of November. Please note that some of the groups are already going full so send your application as soon as possible. See  more information on the Apply page.

All applicants will be contacted by 18th of December at the latest about the results of the UNITalent group allocation results. If you have questions you can contact us at the Career Services: careerservices@helsinki.fi.

Kind regards,
The UNITalent Coordination Team at Career Services

HelsinkiUNI International Talent (UNITalent) programme registration is open 30.10.-15.11.2023

Are you an international master’s degree student or an international doctoral researcher from the University of Helsinki? Do you want to build a career in Finland? Do you want to gain professional networks during your studies and get more insight into Finnish working life?

If so, apply now for the HelsinkiUNI International Talent Programme (UNITalent). 

During this programme, Finnish companies host groups of international talents from the University of Helsinki, with a primary focus on sharing knowledge and experiences related to their respective fields, as well as offering guidance on networking and career opportunities.

Application period: 30.10. – 15.11.2023, application starts on 30.10. at 9:00 a.m
Programme duration: 1st February to 25th of April 2024. The programme begins with a joint kick-off session on 1st of February 2024. The groups meet 2-3 times with the host organization during the programme and it ends with a common closing event on April 25.
Who can apply:  For more information visit Target groups & eligibility

Host organisations for 2023-2024 are now chosen. We have 12 interesting host organisations from different fields this year.

Application process  

  • Please read the host organisations’ profiles carefully. 
  • Choose your first and second choice hosts. Please check that your degree programme is mentioned on the host’s profile. The organisations have chosen Master’s and doctoral programmes according to the classification found on “What can you study with us?” page.
  • Make sure you can commit to the schedule of the host organisation.
  • Fill in the application form on the website, which includes a few short questions about your motivations and interests.  Fill this in with thought, explain clearly why do you want to be part of this host’s group? There will be space to write max 150 words per choice. 
  • The organisation selects the participants based on the information in the application forms, in relation to their own motivations. (Read more the host company profiles).
  • Please note that UNITalent is not a traineeship programme, it’s for sharing information and networking. 
  • Application deadline 15th November 
  • Career services will contact you about the outcome latest 18.12.2023.


UNITalent is coordinated by Career Services at the University of Helsinki.  

Contact us at careerservices@helsinki.fi.  

HelsinkiUNI International Talent (UNITalent) programme registration will open soon!

UNITalent serves as a platform for the University of Helsinki’s international master´s students and doctoral researchers to connect and engage with Finnish companies and organisations.

During this programme, Finnish companies host groups of international talents from the University of Helsinki, with a primary focus on sharing knowledge and experiences related to their respective fields, as well as offering guidance on networking and career opportunities.

Application period for students and doctoral researchers is 30.10. – 15.11.2023.

Who can apply:  all international degree students and international doctoral researchers of the University of Helsinki! For more information visit: Target groups & eligibility.

Host Organisations will be announced when the application starts. You will be able to find the list here: Host organisations 2023-2024.

More information coming soon.

Info session 19.10 material

Here are the slides UNITalent Info 19.10.23 and the recording (check your downloads folder) of the event.

We are working on the website and will have the organizations listed here latest the 30.10, when application opens. Meanwhile, you can see the which the host organizations are in the slides!

Please get in touch if there is anything you need clarification on!

careerservices(at) helsinki.fi

Coming up!

Are you interested in joining UNITalent?

The application time is 30.10 – 15.11.2023 for the programme that starts in February and finishes at the end of April.

It’s recommended that you attend the online info- session 19th October, 4-5 pm.

Sign up by 19.10, 12 o’clock. You’ll get the zoom link to your email.

Welcome to hear more about UNITalent and to ask questions!

HITP becomes UNITalent – also international doctoral researchers can apply!

The name has changed but the aim of the program continues to be building professional networks between international students and companies as well as to give more field specific information about working life in Finland. You will have a special opportunity to get connected with professionals of your own field.

The program has been running since 2020 and is part of supporting international students work life skills and networks. But do not just take our word for it – read testimonials from students and organizations.  

How does it work?

  • Application period will be in the fall 30.10- 15.11.2023
  • The program duration will be 3 months, from February to April 2024
  • Each student / researcher will be a part of a group (min. 10) hosted by an organization / company
  • Meetings might be online / onsite depending on the host, since the call is for organizations all over Finland
  • University of Helsinki Career Services will support you though this process!

What we offer?

  • A unique opportunity to connect with an organization from your field of interest
  • Getting a deeper understanding of work life in Finland from the employer’s point of view
  • Those very needed professional networks within your UNITalent group and your host organization
  • Open dialogue and contact with the employer side

Who can join?

  • All international master’s degree students at the University of Helsinki
  • All international doctoral researchers at the University of Helsinki

What is new in UNITalent?

  • The name: HITP became UNITalent
  • We wanted to include also international researchers
  • The duration is shorter (3 months)
  • We are looking also nationwide for more host organizations to support our internationals

 

Since we in UNITalent are here for you, please contact us for any questions: careerservices(at)helsinki.fi