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Getting an internship in Finland as an international student: Asanka’s story

Finding a job in Finland as an international student felt like chasing the impossible — until it wasn’t. With persistence, clarity, and a strategy built around her strengths, Asanka succeeded in landing not one, but two internships at major Finnish companies.

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Unlock your potential: how UTU Career Services can help you

One big concern I had when I accepted the offer from University of Turku, Finland was how to find a…

From northern lights to Nordic insights: my year immersed at the University of Turku

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to embark on a captivating journey through the halls of learning and the breathtaking landscapes of the Arctic or how life in Finland for international students is? Join Usama, as he invites you to partake in an unforgettable expedition.

How to get a part-time job as an international student in Turku?

Is it possible to get a Part-time job as an international student in Turku? Will you be able to manage your studies and working? Find out the experiences of current international students who work alongside their studies.

Kristaps Kovalonoks has done it all, from being an international student to volunteering and working at the University of Turku

My story: how strategic volunteering paved the way to a career at the University of Turku

Interested in building a career in Finland? Learn about how our international alumni Kristaps Kovaļonoks built a career in Finnish higher education at his alma mater through persistent volunteering, networking, and more.

How to build your own path in Finland? – the power of communities

Moving to a new country is never easy; it requires you to be open to change, keep curious, and be proactive. Here are Kamilla Sultanova’s tips for building your own community and career path in Finland!

Tutoring in a nutshell and why should you get involved!

Tutors assist new students to adapt to the Finnish culture, giving insights about how Finnish educational system works, sharing our experiences about student life, familiarising them with UTU campus.

When plans change – how 2 years in Turku turned into 7 (and counting…)

Kalypso Filippou is originally from Cyprus and has spent the past 7 years studying and working at the University of…

Dua bersaudara mengejar mimpi di Finlandia

This time you get the story of siblings Ali and Alaa Benkherouf in Bahasa. Original article in English (Siblings pursuing…

Siblings pursuing their academic careers at the University of Turku

Siblings Ali and Alaa Benkherouf from Algeria have decided to pursue their academic careers in Finland, at the University of Turku.

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