CORPORATE COOPERATION Aura Hemminki Samuli Pitkänen Ella Oksala Tomi Salo James Lax Aaro Suhonen INTERVIEWS Iida Suhonen EDITING Iida Suhonen Aura Hemminki Renja Nurmi ART DIRECTOR Renja Nurmi PRINT Painotalo Plus Digital Oy 2017
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“ONCE WE ACCEPT OUR LIMITS, WE GO BEYOND THEM.” – Albert Einstein
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n December we celebrated Finland’s 100 years of
from the ones students had hundred years ago. But like KY
independence. Our student organization was a first grad-
itself, also its members have kept their status and influence in
er when Finland became independent, as it celebrates
the community all these years. We are an important market to
already its 107th birthday this year. A lot has changed
recruiters with the ability to further develop both the field of
during the decades, but the true meaning of KY has stayed the same.
business and our 100-year-old country. As you are browsing through this catalogue in hopes of
We have constantly developed new ways to fill our
finding the true career match for you, I want you to remember
members’ wishes and to make an impact to the social
your personal worth and value. But even if you do reach your
environment in which we function in. For example, this
ultimate career goal, never stop developing yourself. Even
catalogue was founded several years ago to help business
though Albert Einstein once was a tech student, he did say some
students launch their dream careers and companies to
wise words. Finland has come a long way since the early days
encounter with their potential future employees.
of independence and KY has been challenged and changed in
This year we have collected inspiring career stories and
multiple occasions during the years. Take note from the three
general information from different companies for you, to help
old ones and further evolve your skills and knowledge all your
you reach the career path of your choice. I think it is safe to
(hopefully hundred) years to come.
assume that the careers we nowadays dream of, differ a lot
Aura Hemminki Sales Coordinator, KY 2017-2018
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Yo u are ho ld i n g KY’s Ca re e r Ca ta lo g u e 2018 i n yo u r hand s. To th is re l ea se we h ave co ll e c te d co m p a n ies that want to re c r u it b u s i n ess stu d e n ts — in ot h e r wo rd s, co m p a n i es t h a t wa n t to re c r u i t yo u . O n eve r y s p rea d of t h is Ca re e r Ca ta l o g u e t h e re i s a p rese nta t i o n of a n in te rest i n g co m p a ny. O n t h e l ef t p ag e yo u w i ll fi n d a b r i ef i n t ro d u c t io n of t h e co mp any an d its e m p loy m e n t o p p o r tu n it i es. O n t h e ri g ht p ag e a cu r re n t e m p l oye e says a few wo rd s ab o ut the i r ex p e r ie n ces a n d ca re e r in t h e co m p a ny. E n j oy yo u r rea d !
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ACCENTURE 6-7 ARLA 8-9 ATALENT 10-11 AUGUST 12-13 BCG 14-15 CAPGEMINI CONSULTING
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EY 18-19 FINNAIR 20-21 FUTURICE 22-23 GRANT THORNTON 24-25 HARTWALL 26-27 HILTI 28-29 KPMG 30-31 MELTWATER 32-33 METSÄ GROUP 34-35 MICROSOFT 36-37 SUOMEN EKONOMIT 38-39
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Accenture is a leading professional services company, with capabilities in strategy, consulting, digital, technology and operations. We develop and implement technology solutions to improve our clients’ productivity and efficiency.
ACCENTURE STRATEGY: RECENT GRADUATES AND ANALYSTS / CONSULTANTS WITH WORK EXPERIENCE
APPLICATION PERIOD Continuous recruitment
Our strategy consultants identify and solve complex business problems, efficiently. Acting as trusted advisors for the top management of our
BEGINNING AND CLOSING DATES OF VACANCIES
clients, we help many of the world’s largest companies across industries
Continuous recruitment
design growth strategies and find opportunities to operate more
to transform the way they operate. As a strategy analyst or consultant, you will participate in the following types of work, and later in your career focus on selected ones of them: •
Organic growth and innovation strategies
•
Mergers & acquisitions and divestments – target screening, due diligence, and post-merger integration
•
Strategic cost reduction and operational efficiency
•
Strategic
finance
operations
development
and
Soon to be a graduate or a recent graduate
CONTACT INFORMATION finland.recruitment@accenture.com
enterprise
performance management •
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE STUDENTS
Growth strategy and development of marketing, sales & customer service
•
Sourcing and procurement strategy and transformation
•
Digital strategy and emerging business models
•
Lean process transformations and operating model development
Our clients’ expectations to you are high. You are expected to have: •
Master’s degree with excellent academic performance
•
Excellent skills in analytical problem solving
•
Ability to work independently and as a team member
•
Good understanding of at least one of the above mentioned areas
•
Ability to quickly learn and understand the client business issues
•
Excellent communication skills in English
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We receive constant feedback and advice to support our career development. The atmosphere is encouraging and forward-striving. Stella Kallionpää M.Sc. (Marketing & CEMS MIM) Management Consulting Analyst, Accenture
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y work is all about projects. I absorb myself
development. The atmosphere is encouraging and
into a client project that typically lasts
forward-striving. Project teams are changing regularly
something between a few weeks and half
but the colleagues inside my unit are permanent, and
a year. I have done, for example, a market
our team spirit is definitely something worth mentioning.
research on the growth prospects of virtual reality,
Problem solving and communication skills are
benchmarked company’s digital marketing activities and
especially useful in my job. Marketing is understanding
assessed the strategy of a NGO. Through the projects I
what creates value to the customer and is often linked
have gotten to work diversely with different professionals
to how the value is communicated. To me, consulting
at Accenture, such as Central European finance experts,
is
digital professionals with media agency background and
understanding and communicating value are core
technology researchers at San Francisco. Talented and
functions. Some of the useful skills I have learned at
proficient employees at Accenture are definitely one of
school, but also in my previous jobs and different student
the best sides of my work.
activities at KY. At KY the best thing was of course
essentially understanding
customer
needs, so
I applied to Accenture because challenging myself
getting to know great people, but also learning practical
with diverse projects in a fast-paced environment
skills like project management. A can-do attitude present
intrigued me. I have always been interested in marketing,
in KY will help in the business world as the surprising
and during my master’s studies I started to feel a growing
bumps along the ride won’t shock.
interest towards strategy and project management.
To students pursuing their dream job, I recommend
What awoke my interest at Accenture was the division
talking with the employees inside the company. Writing
of the consulting unit into different fields. I’m especially
the application becomes easier when you know what
interested in technology, operator and media industries
the work practically includes. Most people are more
as they are constantly evolving and heavily affecting
than happy to tell about their jobs and can be easily
our everyday life. For instance, my Master’s thesis was
approached for example through LinkedIn. To me, one
about consumers’ relationship with their smartphones. I
of the most important cornerstones in job search is
researched how young adults talk about the phones and
knowing yourself. What things are especially important
themselves as the users.
to you concerning for example the job and the work
In addition to interesting customers and competent
community? What are the things you are not willing
colleagues, Accenture is a great place to work because of
to compromise? Also, don’t cling too much on your
the international working atmosphere and possibilities
own expectations for example when it comes to the
to both challenge and improve myself. We receive
compatibility of your study background and the job. If
constant feedback and advice to support our career
you don’t apply, you won’t get in.
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Are you passionate about driving change and creating impact? If you are ready to kick start your career with a bold move, the Future Fifteen Graduate Programme at Arla Foods is the right opportunity for you!
CREATING THE FUTURE OF DAIRY During the F15® Graduate Programme, you will find yourself in three jobs within different business groups and functional areas. You enter at least one international position in one of Arla’s subsidiaries e.g. in Denmark, Sweden, Finland, UK, Germany, Poland, Argentina, USA, China
APPLICATION PERIOD For the Future Fifteen Graduate Programme annually between November 15th and January 8th
or Dubai. Each rotation lasts 8 months.
MORE INFORMATION
Although you have a degree within a specific field e.g. finance,
www.arla.com/f15
technology or marketing, we will challenge you to assume a position
or engage with our current graduates
within a different field to make you gain a broad experience of Arla
on our blog:
before you set your mind on a specific career.
www.futurefifteen.com
Throughout the F15® Graduate Programme, you will be coached by a personal sponsor who will guide you on your Personal Development Plan and help you build strong networks with colleagues and decision makers. To join the Future Fifteen Graduate Programme, you will need to be a recent graduate with a university degree, have an inquisitive mind and the commitment to make a difference. We are looking for globally minded innovators from diverse backgrounds, who love and believe in our values just as much as we do.
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We are privileged as a company to work with these young talents that feel passionate about developing themselves and developing our business. Maija Tantere Head of HR Finland, Arla oy
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here has been three Finnish graduates in the
can expect to be offered a promising role within Arla,
Future Fifteen Programme and one Finnish
from which they can further develop their career based on
graduate in the Production Management
their skills and results. Eg. Alex who worked in Business
Graduate
graduate
Development role in Finland, currently runs Arla Foods
programmes have also brought young talents to Finland
Premium Business unit in Denmark with responsibility
eg. from Denmark, Sweden, Germany, Netherlands
over the brand Arla Unika. Other former candidate Päivi
and Poland. Both graduate programmes truly embrace
accepted a permanent position as Senior Manager for
a global mindset, which is the key factor needed in
Lurpak in our headquarters in Viby, Denmark after her
working with Arla.
rotations in Finland, Denmark and Germany.
Programme.
Both
The purpose of the programme is to develop
A sense of entrepreneurship is something you
future leaders, who can ensure the continuing good
need to have, if you want to work in our company. We
growth for Arla for the years to come. The training, case
constantly pursue growth and are all passionate about
studies, projects and rotations enhance the candidates’
generating value. We have the ultimate combination of
performance and skills to boost their professional
a performance driven and collaborative culture, where
and personal development within business strategy,
we strive to work together to achieve more. If you are
organisational understanding, project management and
up for a challenge and want to make an impact, Arla is
leadership behaviour. All these taught skills prepare the
offering great opportunities to work with true ambition -
candidates for the move to a challenging permanent role
whatever or wherever it may be.
in Arla’s global business at the end of the programme. Candidates who complete the program successfully
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aTalent specializes in the recruitment and professional development of young talents. We have a strong ideological background; we believe that young professionals have the skills, the ideas and the power to change the world. This is why aTalent helps young talents within business and technology and companies to connect.
aTalent is constantly looking for enthusiastic and ambitious new talents, who share our passion for recruiting young professionals. In return we
APPLICATION PERIOD
offer our employees the best possible working conditions. Do you want
We are always looking for top talents,
to help young talents and companies connect with us?
so leave us an open application at:
INTERESTED IN SALES?
https://atalent.fi/toihin-atalentille/
Our doors are always open for people interested in consultative sales!
CONTACT INFORMATION
Do you steer clear from hierarchy and firmly established practices? Are
You can also contact our personnel
you rather a creative innovator? We may have a job for you! Work at
regarding job opportunities through
aTalent is consultative sales, so preferably you are sharp and have the
e-mail.
courage to immerse yourself into different industries and eagerness to
About sales positions, contact
understand companies’ needs.
Jesse Kinnunen
INTERESTED IN RECRUITMENT? Proactivity, self-initiative and an enthusiastic attitude characterize our recruitment team. Whether you work as an intern or a recruitment manager, you will be given responsibilities and challenges. The diversity of our clients will provide you with a thorough understanding of the business world. Our way of working is always customer-oriented, so courage and the ability to learn new and challenge yourself is crucial.
(jesse.kinnunen@atalent.fi) and about recruiting positions, contact Outi Mäkinen (outi.makinen@atalent.fi)!
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The best thing you can do for yourself and your future career is to develop new, unique skills also outside your studies. Alpo Panula B.Sc. (Finance) CFO, aTalent
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hree years ago I decided to further develop my
in my current job position I need knowledge also from
sales skills and almost accidentally found my
recruiting, accounting, corporate finance and strategy.
way to aTalent. I had some previously gained
My studies gave me a good base to start with, but for
experience from sales work, which had taught
example learned more about internal accounting from
me especially how to develop my tolerance towards
my CFO predecessor than any university course could
disappointments. Luckily this time I didn’t have to make
have ever taught me. I’ve been constantly surrounded by
use of these learned skills, because in 2014 I landed a
smart and hardworking people, and my co-workers keep
job as aTalent’s Sales Coordinator.
me on my toes. This is a great privilege, because you
During my years in aTalent the company has
spend the most of your waking hours in your workplace
grown rapidly, but has still managed to maintain the
and with these kind of colleagues it’s a pleasure. In
same relaxed, but efficient working atmosphere. The
addition to working with these amazing people, we also
employees are encouraged to develop new ideas
arrange great events together, such as an over-night
and challenge existing procedures, and we believe
Christmas party held each year in a new, secret location.
in achieving the best results by working clever and
When I joined aTalent I never expected to grow and
agile. aTalent has offered me a great environment for
develop with the company this much. For the students
personal growth and development, and this has made
starting their career or perhaps looking for something
me want to stay in the company. I started with the title
new, I want to say that your career path seldom goes
of Sales Coordinator, but quickly moved first to customer
as planned. Remember to keep an open mind to all the
management and in 2015 to financial services. Since the
opportunities coming your way. The best thing you can
beginning of 2017, I’ve worked full-time as the Chief
do for yourself and your future career is to develop new,
Financial Officer, manager of the IT team and a member
unique skills also outside your studies, which makes you
of the Executive Board, pausing my studies both at Aalto
stand out from the crowd. aTalent is a great example
University School of Business and University of Helsinki,
of a company looking constantly new opportunities to
where I’ve studied Computer Science.
function and it’s paying off. The best thing you can do for
There are no ordinary work days for me, even though some general tasks stay the same. I started in the company with an aim to know more about sales work, but
yourself and your future career is to develop new, unique skills also outside your studies.
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August Associates are the leading local strategy consultants in Finland. Founded in 2001 we are a firm of 25 capable professionals committed to helping companies rise above the crowd and surpass their targets. Deep customer relationships are at the heart of delivering relevant strategic counsel that is a perfect fit for the organization and their business. Combining experience with non-conformist thinking we go beyond the commonplace, providing solutions that Brave The Future. Find out more at www.august.fi
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Strategy consulting is a fascinating career opportunity for people who are intrigued by solving complex business problem faced by senior management of large companies. August offers a unique combination of intellectual and entrepreneurial challenge, membership in an extraordinary community and opportunity to enjoy good quality of life. Each year, we are looking for talented and motivated people with an
INTERNSHIP APPLICATION PERIOD During fall (typically SeptemberOctober)
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR 3rd-5th year students
edge to join our dynamic team. For students we offer the opportunity
INTERNSHIP PERIOD
to experience consulting through internships that last 2-3 months.
2-3 months during winter, spring or fall
Typically our interns are at least 3rd year students who have demonstrated high performance in studies, work or other fields of life
MORE INFORMATION
and are seeking experience in strategy consulting. As individuals they
www.august.fi/join-us
tend to be intellectually curious, entrepreneurially driven, and results oriented. And compassionate too, the kind of people you’d want to have as your colleague. As an intern you get to experience what strategy consulting is like at August. Your job description, role and responsibilities are comparable to that of our full time Analysts. You are a fully-fledged and valued member of our community, taking part in real life client engagements from Day 1 under guidance of experienced consultants. An internship also serves as a potential stepping stone to a full time position at August after graduation.
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At August, I feel that I can be the best version of myself.
Annika Nieminen M.Sc. (Finance) Analyst, August
I
n my 3rd year of study, following a discussion with a
August encourages and supports personal develop-
consultant from August, I felt encouraged to apply for
ment, which is another reason this company felt like the
an internship. What caught my attention and piqued
right fit for me. I was looking for a place where I can
my curiosity was the entrepreneurial attitude that I
build a longer career and August had a clear career path.
sensed, coupled with the idea of achieving best results
Everyone has a mentor here and you get to work side by
through teamwork and by encouraging independent
side with very experienced colleagues, which nicely sup-
thinking. After landing the internship, I found myself
ports one’s career development. The more you learn, the
working in a company with a unique culture, where
more challenges and responsibility you get.
people truly care about each other and where leaving
Working at August has been rewarding. I have
your comfort zone feels secure. At the end of my
been positively surprised by how diverse and complex
internship, it was an easy decision for me to accept the
problems I’ve been exposed to from day one, how many
offer for a full-time position after graduation. At August,
different industries I’ve come across in one year and how
I feel that I can be the best version of myself.
senior representatives of clients’ organizations (even
Before going into consulting, I worked as a dancer
CEOs) I’ve had a chance to work with. These factors make
at the Finnish National Ballet for more than 10 years.
my job truly fascinating and enable fast-paced learning.
Dedication, the ability to adapt to new situations quickly
When applying for a job, it’s important to be
and good people skills – qualities that are all required
convincing - be honest about what you want, what
in dancer’s job – have proven useful in consulting. On
you’re good at and what things you could still improve.
the other hand, my studies in finance and economics
Remember that concrete examples give the best insight
have helped me develop an analytical mindset and
of your skills. It also pays off to practice the interview
improved my problem-solving skills. Perhaps even more
situation with a friend - this way you will be better
importantly, the education taught me how to keep on
prepared. Go ahead, brave the future!
learning.
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The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) is a global management consulting firm, the world’s leading advisor on business strategy and the market leader in Finland. We partner with clients in all sectors to identify their highest-value opportunities, address their most critical challenges and fundamentally transform their business trajectories.
FULL-TIME POSITIONS If you are in your final year of study for your master’s degree, you can apply for the position of Associate at talent.bcg.com/apply when close to graduation.
APPLICATION PERIOD For the internship program around October 2018
INTERNATIONAL INTERNSHIP PROGRAM 2019
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR
The application deadline for the internship program is around October
records
Students with outstanding academic
2018. (The exact date will be published on the BCG website in late summer 2018.) We are looking for students with outstanding academic records, great analytical and interpersonal skills, intellectual curiosity and strong ambition. Join our team as a Visiting Associate and get to know strategy consulting at its best. You will be fully involved in international, transformational, leading-edge client work and will help leaders in business change the rules of the game, not just play better. The internship program offers you: •
Two to three months of work experience on a real consulting project
•
Flexible beginning and end dates, including the option to join us in the spring or fall as well as the summer
•
Complete integration into one of our project teams based in Helsinki or in one of our other European offices
•
Training sessions on essential consulting skills
•
Social activities for team building and networking
MORE INFORMATION Contact recruiting team at 09-8568 6002, recruiting.hel@bcg.com or visit www.bcg.com/en-nor/careers
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Yet, it was not until the internship I realized a career in consulting could be something for me.
Elina Eskola M.Sc. (Finance) Associate, BCG
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s many of my colleagues, I landed a full-
Still, for me, the best thing about BCG are the people.
time position at BCG through an internship.
My co-workers come from various backgrounds and have
Throughout my studies at Aalto University
different aspirations but share a relentless drive for
School of Business, I had participated in many
insight and development. No matter what challenges
BCG-organized events and enjoyed interacting with the
you encounter, it is great knowing you have friends to
people there a lot. Yet, it was not until the internship
turn to and ask for advice. Of course, we also make sure
I realized a career in consulting could be something
to have fun together, be it in a relaxed Friday gathering,
for me. As a third-year finance student preparing for an
bowling tournament or formal Christmas gala.
interview at BCG, I remember thinking hard at what the
My top-three tips for applying for a consulting
job would be like. Looking back, doing the internship was
internship or a full-time position are: 1) Get to know
the best way to find out.
the company and especially the people there. Active
Right from the start, you get to work on real client
participation in the recruiting events for example
cases. And, regardless of your tenure, you are considered
BCG organizes provides a valuable opportunity not
as an integral part of the team. One of my greatest BCG
only for us but for you to test your fit at the company.
memories so far dates back to my internship. Together
2) Work together with your peers when practicing for the
with my colleagues, I was in a conference room with
interviews. You learn so much by helping out others and
the client management talking about an analysis I, an
have fun in the meanwhile. 3) Don’t wait until you feel
intern with three weeks of experience, had done. Funnily
ready to apply. Consulting is truly a learn-by-doing type
enough, it felt only natural showcasing my work and
of profession, and there will hardly be just another day at
taking ownership of it. Overall, it is pretty cool to open
the office. The range of possible project types, clients and
up a major news site and realize that you have been
industries is immense. For me, this is what keeps going
involved in making an industry-shaping merger come true
to work so exciting week in week out.
or turning around a global stock-listed company.
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We are the strategy and transformation consulting brand of Capgemini Group. With a global team of 4000 consultants we bring the know-how and expertise to advise leading organizations and governments on how to accelerate their innovation and master the digital economy.
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN JOINING OUR EXPANDING TEAM AS A GRADUATE OR SUMMER INTERN?
APPLICATION PERIOD
Capgemini Consulting Sweden-Finland has offices in four locations:
Summer intern: fall
Espoo, Gothenburg, MalmĂś and Stockholm. Together the four offices
Open applications
Graduate: fall and spring
operate as one team. Graduates in all four locations join Capgemini Consulting as Consultants. As a Consultant, you will be an important team player in our strategic transformation projects. We work with leading organizations and governments all the way from strategy design to implementation, giving you the unique opportunity to have an impact on the full transformation process. Consultants first work on projects across industries and capability
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR Master’s students with one or two semesters until graduation
INTERNSHIP PERIOD 8 weeks beginning in June and ending in August with four weeks of summer holiday in July
units to build a solid foundation of consulting skills and knowledge, before specializing in your areas of interest and expertise. You will
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have the opportunity to grow and learn in a dynamic environment,
www.capgemini.com/consulting-se
and continuously develop as a professional: on projects, at our global universities, in local trainings and together with your dedicated counsellor, to ultimately build a rewarding career. We recruit Graduates with both Business and Engineering backgrounds. We encourage students to apply up to a year before graduation as starting dates can be negotiated. If there are no open positions, you can always send us an open application via our Careers website. We also recruit Summer Interns each year during the preceding fall semester. To learn more about Capgemini Consulting Sweden-Finland and our career opportunities go to: https://www.capgemini.com/consulting-se/
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To enjoy working as a management consultant you need to feel comfortable outside your comfort zone. Satu Toivakka M.Sc. (Accounting) Management Consultant, Capgemini Consulting
I
graduated from Aalto University School of Business
As a consultant you work as part of a team and I
majoring in Accounting. Additionally, I obtained an
think that our great, skilled team that has a lot of fun
MSc degree from CEMS Master’s in International
together is our biggest asset. We have plenty of local
Management and during the last year of my studies
and global after works, ski trips and parties that make
I decided that I want to pursue a career in management
sure we also remember to relax and have fun. You truly
consulting. I wanted to join a global company that would
feel that the company promotes work-life balance
offer possibilities to work in international engagements
which can be achieved by emphasizing the importance
and enable me to learn from new foreign markets,
of good personal time management, multitasking skills
cultures and businesses. Capgemini Consulting seemed
and collaboration. Our Finnish team is rather small but
like a place where you get to be at the forefront of
backed up by the structure of large global company.
digitalization and gain insights from newest research
We get the perks of a small, agile and close local team
and leading practices.
with low hierarchy, but also great international training
What I really appreciate at Capgemini Consulting is that already at the very beginning of your career you are
and project opportunities by being part of the global Capgemini Consulting family.
expected to contribute in client projects and bring out
I would say that a good way to find your dream job is
your own ideas. Both the support of the talented team
to think and detail out what you want to do and achieve
and the global training curriculum prepare you well for
in long term in your life and what kind of capabilities will
this. This makes the learning curve extremely steep;
bring you closer to that. Be open to new opportunities
the exposure to client work from the very beginning
as something unexpected might actually turn out to be
and the great personal development and mentoring
the right thing for you. Learning is extremely rapid at the
system guarantee that each individual has the chance
beginning of your career, therefore selecting a job that
to discover their full potential. To enjoy working as a
you truly find interesting and that enables you to build
management consultant you need to feel comfortable
the capabilities and competence you want in long term
outside your comfort zone. Part of the work is to be
is important. Once you’ve considered these things it is
challenged continuously and to be able to bring clarity
much easier to justify to yourself and to the company
in complex, fast-changing business environments. As we
you’re applying to why you want to join in and why you
work in close collaboration with our clients in a trusted
would be the perfect candidate for them.
advisory role, strong people skills are of the essence.
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EY is a global leader in professional services offering diverse career opportunities in assurance, advisory, tax, law and transactions. We are the most attractive employer in our field among Nordic business students bringing together 250,000 people in over 150 countries.
WANTED: BUILDERS OF A BETTER WORKING WORLD At EY, you can make your mark on the world around you. We develop outstanding professionals who deliver insights and quality services that support businesses, entrepreneurs and start-ups. By doing so, we build a better working world for our people, clients and communities.
APPLICATION PERIOD For EY Experience Trainee Program in spring and fall, for other positions around the year
We tackle the most stimulating assignments the business can offer in
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
high-performing teams. Our projects, clients and colleagues come from
3rd −5th year students, recent
around the world, from every industry. Diversity makes us strong, so we
graduates and experienced
value everybody at EY, from trainee to partner. We remember to have
professionals
fun, too − and each other’s backs. The EY Experience Trainee Program shows you the ropes of working in professional services. Our trainees gain valuable hands-on experience and develop both professional and personal competencies in a supportive environment. Last year, we hired over 100 trainees in Finland and nearly all of them stayed with us. See ey.com/fi/eyexperience for more details about the program. Interested in a clear career path that leads to success? We continuously recruit inspired, analytical and team-spirited individuals. We would love to hear from you – reach out to us via email, on social media or come chat with us at different student and recruitment events. See you soon in the hallways of EY! We guarantee you: the exceptional relationships and experiences you gain with us will last you a lifetime.
INTERNSHIP PERIOD 3−9 months, beginning in fall or spring
FOR MORE INFORMATION Web: ey.com/fi/careers E-mail: recruiting@fi.ey.com Facebook: EY Careers (FI) Instagram: @eyficareers
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We are constantly learning new things which truly is one of the greatest aspects of this job.
Saija Narinen M.Sc. (Accounting) Consultant, Financial Accounting Advisory Services, EY
I
joined EY in January 2016 as an assurance trainee
own core focuses working towards the same goal:
via the EY Experience Trainee Program. The main
assisting and supporting companies in their financial
reason why I decided to apply for a job at EY was my
processes. My team focuses on assisting clients with
very positive image of the company as an employer.
IFRS issues and external financial reporting, for example
During my studies at Aalto University I had attended
by organizing trainings and workshops in which we
several excursions arranged by EY and I had got to know
dig into to the individual needs of the client. As there
an EY employee, learning more about the company along
rarely are straightforward answers to the problems our
the way. At the time of applying, I was also attending an
clients are facing, we get to challenge ourselves every
interesting course organized by EY at Aalto. Performing
day and use our creativity in providing the solution.
well on this course worked to my advantage during the
Analytical mindset and a positive, enthusiastic attitude
recruitment process.
are extremely important in my job.
The EY Experience Trainee Program is a great way
Against some expectations, EY isn’t just filled with
for students, especially for the ones nearing graduation,
consultants in their fancy suits and ties but young,
to kick-start their careers in a Big Four firm. After my
amiable people who are passionate about what they do
traineeship ended, I was offered a permanent position
and work for. What I love most is our great team spirit
as an assurance associate. EY invests a lot in their new
and my awesome colleagues. Everyone is always ready to
employees for example by arranging different events
help and contemplate challenging things together, and
and a traditional Nordic-level induction week in Spain.
this extends beyond work matters - we also spend a lot
Additional trainings are organized year-round - we are
of time together outside office hours.
constantly learning new things which truly is one of
I recommend all students to take advantage of
the greatest aspects of this job. As a huge professional
different recruitment events throughout their studies.
services firm, EY offers a clear career path for its
At such events you can chat with the company
employees and progressing on that path is encouraged.
representatives and familiarize yourself with the
Everybody has a personal counselor who supports both
companies and their culture, while also showing your
their professional and personal development.
own interest. Goals are achieved together, so teamwork
At EY, I get to work with local and global professionals
skills are essential. Knowing your strengths and points
and learn from the best in their fields. Transitions in-
for improvement is also important, so you can highlight
house are also possible. Last summer I transferred from
the former and learn to combat the latter. This comes in
assurance to our Financial Accounting Advisory Services
handy when discussing with recruiters, too. Lastly, a good
(FAAS) team. In FAAS we have several teams with their
attitude will take you a long way!
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Finnair is specialized in flying between Europe and Asia via Helsinki. Finnair’s strategy is based on the growing markets in Asia, the fastest connections between Europe and Asia, high-quality service, and cost-efficient, punctual operations. Founded in 1923, Finnair is one of the world’s oldest continuously operating airlines. It is a member of oneworld, the leading airline alliance for quality-conscious business travelers.
FINNAIR IS THE PLACE WHERE AMBITIOUS, COMPETENT AND MOTIVATED PEOPLE CAN REALLY MAKE A DIFFERENCE.
MORE INFORMATION www.finnair.com/jobs Facebook: Finnair
Through the tough economic conditions, we have established ourselves
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as a winner in the new economy. Our intercontinental expansion
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continues to new destinations and now we are in the middle of our
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biggest growth in the history with nearly 6000 of us, from 45 countries. We are dedicated to growth and transforming itself, which shows in the people we are recruiting: we are not only recruiting pilots and flight attendants; we are also recruiting software developers to improve our digital services and several other professionals to various challenging positions. We are always keeping our eye out for motivated and dedicated professionals to join our team!
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUNG PROFESSIONALS We are continuously looking for academic young professionals to various managerial and expert roles in aviation business. With us, a young professional could work in several different positions such as; network planning, revenue management & pricing, digital product development, marketing, customer research, treasury operations, project management or business controlling. Due to our massive growth, we need several young professionals to join Finnair within the near future. There are dozens of Interns whom start working with us in 2018. In addition, there will be several open positions during 2018 in different units, so please follow closely our all opportunities at finnair.com/jobs to join us and develop yourself in an innovative, inspiring and challenging environment here at Finnair.
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”
And it’s not just me, it feels like everyone here is proud to work for Finnair.
Siri Takanen B.Sc. (Corporate Management) Talent Acquisition Trainee, Finnair
I
n the beginning of this year I was actively looking
because Finnair is currently growing with fast phase,
for an internship and Finnair got my attention due to
I’ve got to challenge myself and learn a lot from the big
the company’s unique industry and the well-known
interview rounds we’ve had for the new recruited flight
and appreciated brand. I sent my application in the
attendants. The different job tasks make my days diverse
summer and have been working for Finnair as a Talent
and interesting while I always have to be on top of even
Acquisition Trainee for a few months now. After working
the smallest details.
for a start-up, I was a bit afraid of the bureaucracy level
In addition to the versatile work days, the supportive
a big company might have, but Finnair turned out to
atmosphere in Finnair is another key factor what makes
have a more modern and relaxed atmosphere than I first
me enjoy my job. I quickly achieved the trust and
imagined.
appreciation of my team and have since been given more
I’m currently finishing my studies at Hanken School of Economics with Corporate Management and
and more responsibility. And it’s not just me, it feels like everyone here is proud to work for Finnair.
Organization being my major. Alongside my studies I
My studies taught me good basics from example the
worked for 1,5 years as an administrator assistant for a
effects of work culture, motivation and management, but
startup that specializes in gene technology. During my
I’ve also learned a lot from working. For the students still
time there I learned to think on my feet and manage
looking for the opportunity to launch their dream career,
several things at the same time. These skills have turned
I want to say that don’t give up. You learn from every
out to be helpful in my current job at Finnair.
experience, even from a failed job search process. Your
I’m working as a trainee in a recruiting team and
studies give you a good base, but remember to make use
during my ordinary work day I answer applicants’
of all your experiences and to believe in yourself. With
questions, invite them to interviews and post information
these key factors you will land a job you can be proud
of the search in different channels. A part of my job
of day in, day out.
description is also to take part in the interviews, and
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BUILDERS Developing, scaling and operating digital services
INNOVATORS Discovering and designing new digital services
Futurice Advisory is a team of strategic thinkers with a strong emphasis
CHANGE MAKERS
towards action. We work with our clients every step of the way on their
Creating a culture that makes
digital journey – from initial analyses of the organisation’s current state
innovation happen
and capabilities to co-creating a strategy that enables them to prosper in a rapidly changing business environment with dynamic value chains
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and disruptive business models. We lead engagements, solve complex
Take a peek into the everyday life
problems, and foster innovative thinking.
of our consultants: https://ftrc.net/
Futurice offers an award-winning work environment, a wide variety of exciting projects and, best of all, colleagues that are as talented as they are inspiring. At Futurice you get to be your own CEO and co-create the next wave of digitalisation by working within the holy trinity of business, tech and design. Learn more about Futurice and the themes we are most excited about at the moment: http://futurice.com/blog and about our current open positions: http://futurice.com/careers
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We believe that everyone is reasonable and makes good decisions as long as information is sufficiently available. Krista Naumanen M.Sc. (Information & Service Management) Business Designer, Futurice Advisory
I
had never really seen myself working as a
activities, culture and ways to work in the best way
consultant. It all started by coincidence, when I had a
possible. Absorbing new things quickly and having both
conversation with a social psychology lecturer, who
excellent social skills and a good tolerance for stress
happened to work at Futurice. I ended up doing my
come especially handy in my job. Most importantly, a big
thesis as a project work there and long story short, I have
dose of initiative is needed.
been working there as a full-time employee since spring
At Futurice, each employee is trusted right from
2017. Now, being able to show up at work either casually
the beginning. We believe that everyone is reasonable
wearing sneakers and a hoodie or businesslike ankle
and makes good decisions as long as information is
shoes and a blazer, I know I made the right turn.
sufficiently available. It also helps, that decisions are
The organisational culture at Futurice is very
made based on our own 3x2 decision model, which
anthropocentric – individuals are both free and
means that the things you have to take into consideration
responsible for their own actions. Decisions are made
are clients, employees and the company figures now and
from a truly humane perspective and developing the
in the future. Being trusted makes people want to act
skillsets of employees come as a priority. Futurice has a
in the best way they can. Eliminating micromanagement
very self-directed culture, which means that in addition
and suspicions relaxes the working environment, which
to handling my job tasks, I am responsible for steering my
gives more time to focus on developing the right things.
own direction and career. Of course, we have supporting
I believe everyone has a factor that pushes them
functions such as mentoring that helps us finding our
forward and the things that we choose to do usually
own paths inside the company, but responsibility is held
wheel around that motivating factor. Knowing what
by individuals.
motivates you, makes you more genuine and appealing
Before starting at Futurice, I have worked in a few
as a job applicant. This is why it’s useful to recognize that
different summer job positions at Nestle Finland and
special factor that distinguishes you. Secondly, diligence
worked on projects linked to service design and software
is almost always rewarded. Work on your self-knowledge,
development. My previous experiences help me during
cultivate your skillset and get to know the company you
the challenging projects I now encounter. The outcome is,
want a job in. Mass applications rarely bear fruit and
however, extremely rewarding since we get to genuinely
even if they do, you will not likely end up in a company
help our client companies in developing digital business
that suits and motivates you in the right way.
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Grant Thornton is a leading business adviser that helps dynamic organisations to unlock their potential for growth. Our brand is respected globally, as one of the major global accounting organisations recognised by capital markets, regulators and international standards setting bodies.
THE GRANT THORNTON DIFFERENCE With our unique culture and opportunities, our organisation is a place where you can grow. Wherever you are in your career, we help you to make a difference every day.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR 3rd to 5th year student or recent graduate
Grant Thornton offers you more than just a traineeship. We offer you
APPLICATION PERIOD
a dynamic environment, challenging work as well as exposure to a
August 2018
wide range of audit, tax and advisory services. You’ll also benefit from a meaningful training experience, a range of social activities and the
TRAINEESHIP PERIOD
opportunity to shape your career – because you are more than just a
7 months, beginning in October
trainee.
4 months, beginning in January
Our culture is far from the ‘grey suit’ stereotype. Grant Thornton has a
MORE INFORMATION
distinct people-centred culture. This culture is based on our recognition of the individuality, dynamic nature and value of each and every person with whom we interact. This includes you; every member of our team – irrespective of title or job description. We’re big enough to provide exciting opportunities and small enough to support your personal growth.
www.grantthornton.fi Linkedin: Grant Thornton Finland Instagram: Grant Thornton Finland
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”
It’s a learning process, that doesn’t end – I can’t remember a day when I didn’t learn something new.
Satu Peltonen M.Sc. (Accounting) Partner, Grant Thornton
A
lready during my studies, I had a clear
factor here. My theoretical studies prepared me to utilize
vision - I wanted to become an auditor. After
the knowledge I have of the basics of accounting and its
graduating from Aalto University School of
regulations, but most of my current know-how and skills
Business in 2008, I sent an application to
I have learned on the job. Also, previous experience from
Grant Thornton, which wasn’t familiar to me. When I was
the business life have left me an active style of working.
interviewed at Grant Thornton, I realized that this could
Although auditing is regulated, I get to influence my own
be an interesting, international company for me.
job description and bring out my areas of interest. It’s
Before starting at Grant Thornton I had summer
a learning process, that doesn’t end – I can’t remember
jobs doing tasks related to financial administration.
a day when I didn’t learn something new. The clients
Those helped me understand the financial processes of
can ask anything, so good problem solving skills are
organisations, which has been a huge advantage in my
important. Also, my job requires being analytical and
current position. My work is extremely versatile since
able to understand the risks. Although auditing is often
each project and client is different. We have a relaxed
seen as a profession that needs precision, what’s even
working atmosphere - people truly enjoy working here
more important is to understand the big picture.
and the hierarchy is low. You can chat with just anyone
When making your future career plans, you should
and when something feels challenging, there are always
think what truly motivates you. If you apply for a job you’re
people to help. As part of my job I also guide the younger
not so excited about, it will show through. Pretending
employees in our organization.
something you’re not doesn’t pay off, because you will
At Grant Thornton, you get great opportunities for
most likely not enjoy working in a company where you
career development. How high and how fast you want
can’t be yourself. Basic skills can be learned at school,
to build up, depends on your own willingness and
but what counts most is a good attitude and willingness
enthusiasm. Investing in your own learning is a key
to learn.
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Hartwall is the growing leader in the Finnish beverage industry. We manufacture the drinks the Finns love to live and celebrate with. Without Hartwall, Finland would be a drier place to live. Our best-known brands are Hartwall Jaffa, Hartwall Novelle, Lapin Kulta, Karjala and Hartwall Original Long Drink. We are also a strategic partner of the Heineken and Pepsi brands in Finland.
THIRST FOR TALENT We are a community of passionate beverage industry professionals who encourage each other to exceed expectations. We are enthusiastic about building the brands the Finns love and winning together. We are proud of our history and our brand stories. We are constantly looking for positive and innovative new talents, who are ready to challenge themselves and inspire other people. We offer you a unique opportunity to work in a strong brand house with beloved products. Join our energetic and passionate team!
MORE INFORMATION www.hartwall.fi LinkedIn: Hartwall Facebook: Hartwall Twitter: Hartwall Instagram: hartwall1836
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”
Whether I’m executing a Novelle mocktail bar for Flow Festival or developing new product concepts, this job excites me in a new way every day. Aapeli Helkkula M.Sc. (Marketing) Brand Management Trainee, Hartwall
A
fter finishing my bachelor’s degree majoring
2018 I will take on new responsibilities as Junior Brand
in Business and Administration at Aalto
Manager for beer brands Heineken and Sol, which is
University Mikkeli campus, I explored the
super exciting.
B2B environment for a bit, but always felt a
In marketing we base our decisions into research
stronger attraction towards consumer marketing. That
and data. My master’s studies helped me to improve my
attraction then became my goal when completing my
understanding towards data collection methods and
studies at Aalto M.Sc. program in marketing. Eventually,
analyzing the information that I need in my everyday job.
Hartwall felt like the right fit due to its large selection of
Also, after having worked in smaller startups and B2B
excellent brands that are developed, tested and managed
companies, I had gained experience and understanding
right here in Finland. For me, it’s important that I can
in many fields of expertise and different roles. The
truly stand behind the products I’m representing.
working environment at Hartwall is diligent with not
I have been working at Hartwall for a year now and
much idle time so I have to be able to manage many
I find my work very diverse with limitless opportunities
projects simultaneously and co-operate with several
for self-actualization. During the year, I haven’t had any
people both inside and outside the organization. Thus,
identical workdays. Whether I’m executing a Novelle
excellent communication skills and being able to be
mocktail bar for Flow Festival or developing new product
systematic are essential at my job.
concepts, this job excites me in a new way every day. I get
The best thing you can do is to find something you
to push different projects forward, have meetings with
enjoy and invest in it. By focusing on your strengths,
our affiliates and compose brand new ideas together
building your own USP (unique selling point) and
with our team. Though Hartwall is a big company, we
showing that you’re willing to develop your skillset, you
get to determine many things independently instead
will stand out and land a job you genuinely like. After
of receiving ready layouts from the headquarters. One
my last interview at Hartwall, I sent the interviewers a
of the best things at Hartwall is that you can develop
presentation introducing the concept of a new brand
your expertise widely and not just in one division - for
extension I had come up with. Going the extra mile
example, it is possible to make a transfer between
might pay off, it sure guaranteed me my job.
different departments within the company. From January
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Hilti employs 26,000 people in sales and engineering globally. We provide our leading-edge tools, software and services for the construction industry. We’re seeking high-performing people with the excellence and drive to take Hilti forward. Could you be one of them?
HILTI OUTPERFORMER: GLOBAL MANAGEMENT TRAINEE PROGRAM
HOW TO APPLY
Are you ready to relocate internationally? Have you had excellent
careers.fi@hilti.com by 5.1.2018.
Send us your CV and application to
success in your studies? We are looking for people with excellent performance and good language skills, who are interested in sales, business and general management. A Hilti Outperformer is a goal driven team player with excellent analytical and communication skills. Hilti Outperformer is a 24 month development program in which you
REQUIREMENTS •
graduate •
Genuine desire to learn and gain results
•
will carry out 2-4 projects in different countries. You will get full support and mentoring throughout the program which also includes training in
Final year student or a recent
Excellent team player with good communication skills
•
Proactive and responsible persona
a top business school in Europe.
FUTURE TALENT
MORE INFORMATION Hilti careers:
Are you a sales oriented and proactive team player with passion to
www.careers.hilti.fi
develop yourself and others?
Open vacancies: https://careers.hilti.fi/fi-fi/search/jobs
As a future talent, you will start your career and development in
Contact Human Resources:
sales. To be successful, you need to be goal oriented, determined and
careers.fi@hilti.com
have the ability to understand customer needs. You get an individual development plan, where the aim is for you to grow as a professional and become a successful talent in our organization.
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”
I was first drawn to Hilti by the passion for people, which can be seen in everything we do.
Sanna Pitkänen M.Sc. (Management and International Business) Account Manager, Outperformer Trainee, Hilti
A
round this time last year, I was looking
when applying is not your personal background, but
for a challenging global position with
rather your curiosity and passion to learn and to develop.
opportunities for personal development,
No matter your background, the program is definitely
cross-functional experience and continuous
challenging and will take you outside your comfort zone,
learning. Wanting to build a career in global senior
but you will get all the training, support and coaching
management, I knew I was asking for a lot. Luckily, I came
needed to succeed.
across a job advertisement for Hilti and the Outperformer
I was first drawn to Hilti by the passion for people,
Global Management Trainee program. What sparked my
which can be seen in everything we do - be it the
interest was not only the position itself, but the fact that
amazing support that I get from my team daily, the
every time I told my friends all over the world that I was
immense resources used on training and development,
thinking of applying to Hilti, the response was “wow, I’ve
or the fact that people are encouraged to move between
heard it’s a great place to work!”.
roles and locations throughout their careers. What has
I started at Hilti in August 2017 and I’m currently
since surprised me the most, is the inspiring results-
doing my first rotation as an Account Manager in Finland
oriented culture. Us at Hilti share the passion to drive our
to gain hands-on experience and a deep insight into
business, and our customers, forward. To me, this means
our core business. After the first year in sales, I will
that every day is filled with teamwork, courage, drive and
further develop myself in challenging projects in several
commitment, and that every day I can learn something
countries, after which my career will continue abroad.
new and develop myself further.
My background is at Aalto University School of Business,
The Outperformer program is a fast-track global
where I’ve studied Management and International
management development program like no other. So, if
Business and a second degree in the CEMS MIM program.
you’re looking for a career in global senior management,
If your background is similar to mine, you might not have
look no further!
experience from the construction industry. What matters
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A global Audit giant? Busy experts in suits? Or also fun colleagues and flexible careers at Töölönlahti and around Finland? And services from Audit to Consulting and from Taxation to Cyber Security. Experience yourself. For information on open positions, follow us on social media and visit: www.kpmg.fi/rekry
IS YOUR GOAL TO SUCCEED? We are seeking for Trainees to join our Advisory, Audit & Assurance and Tax & Legal service areas!
APPLICATION PERIOD 15.1. – 31.1.2018
Do you have genuine interest towards our business, plus a curious,
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR
flexible and active attitude? Do you want a comprehensive experience
3rd to 5th year MSc students and recent
combination about your interest areas?
graduates
As a Trainee you’ll participate in interesting assignments and projects
INTERNSHIP PERIOD
as a part of our team from day one. We offer you an attractive position in a respected professional firm, among great colleagues! You’ll get guidance, but also a proper amount of responsibility from the start. You will also benefit from our empowering and fun leisure activities.
2-6 months, beginning in fall 2018
MORE INFORMATION www.kpmg.fi/rekry
ARE YOU…
Email: recruitment@kpmg.fi
3rd to 5th year MSc student or a recent graduate? Are you comfortable
LinkedIn: KPMG Finland
working under pressure and eager to learn new things? Do you have
Twitter: KPMG
strong analytical and Excel skills? Your experience in relevant field will
Instagram: kpmgfinland
also be an asset. We offer temporary full-time paid positions around Finland, for example in our superb office in Helsinki. The application period for the fall 2018 program opens in January. See the places first hand from social media! KPMG is a global network of professional firms providing Audit, Tax, Legal and Advisory services. We have 189,000 outstanding professionals working together to deliver value in 152 countries. In Finland, with 1000 experts in 23 locations, KPMG is one of the leading providers within our industry.
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Having a house full of experts from different fields with diverse study backgrounds sure is useful and most importantly, interesting. Tomi Parmanne M.Sc. (Finance) Assistant Manager, KPMG
W
hile working on my thesis, a job
in a big house enables that was it any kind of problem,
announcement
attention.
there usually is someone with know-how from that
KPMG was looking for a trainee for their
specific area. We also have access to a comprehensive
drew
my
Corporate Finance team and knowing
set of data tools, but having a house full of experts from
about their comprehensive servicescape and global
different fields with diverse study backgrounds sure is
presence, I decided that graduation could wait a few
useful and most importantly, interesting. As a contrast to
months. After the trainee period ended, I finished my
work tasks, going to lunch with a group of people from
thesis and landed a permanent position at KPMG. The
our team is our everyday tradition. KPMG also has several
career path at KPMG covers many steps and in addition,
leisure clubs, like the successful soccer team I am a part
it’s possible to gravitate into other interesting tasks
of. In its entirety, the atmosphere at KPMG is supportive,
inside the building or even go on a commission abroad.
relaxed and professionally alert.
The main focus of my job is in different valuation
I would advise students to apply for several interesting
projects, where the client needs an estimate of the
positions at once. In job interviews it is important
fair value of the company or business unit for different
to give a pleasant and professional appearance, but
purposes. I like working at the customer interface since
simultaneously avoid to be too keen for the position. By
it brings depth to the work while simultaneously getting
seeming too desperate you might accidentally lower your
to know interesting people and business activities. All in
bargaining power which will decrease your attractivity. In
all, I consider my job versatile and the right amount of
an ideal situation, the original setting of a job interview
challenging - time never moves too slow. Before applying
turns around and you get to inquire the interviewers why
to KPMG, I worked as a stock analyst, which prepared me
that particular company would be the best choice for
well by developing my capability to generate text and
you of all the companies there are. In your application,
to make analysis. Of course, my studies did this as well
emphasize what awakened your interest and show what
by teaching me teamwork skills and analytical thinking
added value you would bring to the company, without
thanks to numerous team projects. My job also requires
forgetting to point out some concrete examples. One of
creativity, effectivity and discretion.
the most important things is to come across genuinely
One of the biggest reasons I enjoy working at KPMG are the great co-workers in our team. In addition, working
interested of the field you’re applying a job at.
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We were the first to introduce digital media monitoring, and now we’re the first to apply AI-driven media intelligence. With 50 offices globally, Meltwater consults more than 23,000 companies on how to use outside insights.
WE SEE UNTAPPED POTENTIAL - BOTH YOURS AND OURS Fifteen years into developing the world’s leading media intelligence platform, we’re still growing. If you’re as talented as we think you are, you’ll be a great fit. Here’s what we promise you. •
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We hire regularly throughout the year. Apply for one of our current openings or send through an open application
You’ll work alongside exceptional people, who want above all to
here: https://www.meltwater.com/fi/
succeed together. You’ll be inspired.
about/ura/
You’ll have opportunities for growth and travel, so dream big. Our offices in 27 countries are open to developing and sharing talents.
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Questions? Contact: Mia Berglund, Talent Acquisition
You’ll work with the world’s leading technology, the result of
Manager - Finland | mia.berglund@
huge investments in R&D and brilliant thinking. Great ideas are
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welcome here.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT AT MELTWATER We appreciate the desire to develop as a professional and our aim is to help you develop into a team leader within the first 12 to 18 months. During the last 10 years every key person in our business today has taken the same career development journey. At Meltwater you get ownership of your work, you get to make decisions independently while working in a supportive team with great colleagues. You become an expert in business development and the exponentially growing media intelligence industry, working closely with different sized businesses in different industry verticals.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR 3rd to 5th year students or recent graduates. You’ll fit in with us perfectly if you’re goal oriented, you’ve got leadership potential and you want to invest in your own development and success.
LIFE @ MELTWATER Find out more about us here: https:// vimeo.com/219964132 FB: @MeltwaterGroup Twitter: @MeltwaterFIN Instagram: @meltwaterfin #lifeatmeltwater
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”
The presence, energy and positive can-do attitude that was transmitted throughout the recruiting process, caught my attention. Now, looking back at the past five years, it’s been an amazing journey. Hillamari Lautala M.Sc. (Marketing) Managing Director, Client Acquisition, Meltwater
A
t the time I applied for a role with Meltwater,
Nevertheless, we are supportive when someone falls
I was working in marketing and longed for
through, challenges are merely an opportunity to learn
more solid evidence of the footprint of my
and develop. I believe that each individual influences
work. I found sales, with its direct influence on
our culture with their own input. In the end, there are
a company’s turnover, to be what I was looking for. I also
few things an individual can’t influence with their own
wanted to learn about influencing and leading people,
attitude and drive. This is one of the important things I
so I felt that a career at Meltwater would develop me
have learned and witnessed working at Meltwater.
as a person and a leader. Although I wasn’t particularly
Most of my work experience prior to Meltwater is
familiar with the company beforehand, I remember the
from marketing. Marketing background and genuine
group interview, getting excited about the company and
interest towards different businesses turned out to be
especially the people that worked there. The presence,
useful in sales meetings with clients - ability to share
energy and positive can-do attitude that was transmitted
thoughts and tips concerning their marketing-associated
throughout the recruiting process, caught my attention.
challenges. In my opinion, diverse knowledge and
Now, looking back at the past five years, it’s been an
consistent curiosity towards business life are directly
amazing journey. I have achieved things I couldn’t
linked to developing business acumen. In addition, my
imagine and gotten a significantly more comprehensive
past in competing in equestrian sports on national
picture of the Finnish business landscape, SaaS industry
level has been useful, it has taught me long term goal-
and a diverse understanding of my own strengths and
orientation, perseverance and high work ethic.
areas of development.
When looking for a role, it pays off to be proactive
The culture at Meltwater is unique. While striving for
and apply to companies that interest you, even though
our goals we do it with respect towards others and while
they wouldn’t have open positions at the moment. When
having fun. We get to experience both achievements
preparing your application, remember to emphasize why
and disappointments together. One of the best things in
you are interested in that particular company and how
my role is seeing the members of my team grow and
your background, experience and personality suits the
succeed. Every time we reach our goals, we do something
role you’re applying for.
fun to celebrate the team.
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Metsä Group is a forerunner in bioeconomy utilising renewable wood from sustainably managed northern forests. We operate in international markets and focus on tissue and cooking papers, paperboard, pulp, wood products, and wood supply and forest services. Our strong wood and fibre expertise is concentrated in fields where we have a clear competitive advantage and a bright future.
FIND YOUR PATH AT METSÄ! Our values – responsible profitability, reliability, cooperation and renewal – guide our operations and everyday work, including responsible management practices. We believe that employees committed to our values are one of our success factors. Respect for others and humour brighten up the working day – we work in earnest, but not with a serious face. We value our employees and invest in their professional development, wellbeing and safety at work. In return, we expect every one of our
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR We are constantly looking for young talents. See more information about open positions on our website.
SUMMER JOBS Summer job positions are open for applications until Feb 2018.
employees to develop their work and to think about what they could do
MORE INFORMATION
better and how to work for our common goals, every day.
www.metsagroup.com
In addition to professionals in production, experts in fields such as financial administration, sustainability, logistics, procurement, HR, communications, law and ICT can find a career in Metsä Group in various locations in Finland and abroad. With us, you will have an opportunity to do interesting and meaningful work with our high-quality renewable-material products and services as part of a dependable working community that values cooperation.
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Veera Kivivirta M.Sc. (Accounting) Business Controller, Metsä Wood
Olli-Pekka Terävä M.Sc. (Accounting) Reporting Analyst, Metsä Tissue
W
hen I was graduating from Aalto University School of Business in 2010, Metsä Group was just initiating a new trainee program, which seemed like
an interesting way to start working in a new company.
M
y career at Metsä Group started as a summer intern in the Group Services in 2013. I had always been interested in traditional trade, which in my opinion, Metsä Group presents.
Now that I’ve been working here for quite a while, I feel
It was an excellent opportunity to gain all-round
privileged to express myself as a finance professional
experience with plenty of know-how and perspective
and be a part of an international forest industry group. At
right at the beginning of my career at Metsä Group.
Metsä Group I have a chance to work with a great team
During my trainee time I also got to explore our mills
and the working environment is really encouraging.
and production thoroughly, which has turned out to be very useful for me throughout these years.
My job tasks include for example weekly sales reporting, monthly data preparing and coordinating the
The job of a business controller often includes
budgeting process as a part of the Corporate Controlling
projects with very tight schedules. Luckily, during my
team. I have the freedom to develop my work by improving
studies I had already become good at prioritizing and
our reporting to produce more added value. This is why I
understanding the big picture. In addition, I had acquired
feel that my current job is both challenging and versatile.
wide experience from different financial administration
Earlier on I worked at a warehouse of a furniture retailer
and assistant controller tasks.
company. The job there taught me how to prioritize time
When you start looking for a job, focus on the
since scheduling an early morning job and studying was
positions that really interest you. Be patient - job hunting
unquestionably an interesting challenge. The theoretical
takes time. If you can’t find your dream job instantly,
base which I’m now applying in practise, I got from my
you’ll have plenty of opportunities to work later on
studies at Aalto University School of Business.
and your interests may change after graduation. Stay
Metsä Group offers great opportunities to advance
interested in constantly learning new things and your
your career. A good example of this is job rotation - I have
positive attitude will surely glow.
already had three different job titles and my future in the company is constantly shaping up. Since Metsä Group is global, working abroad is also an option.
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I’ve gotten lots of opportunities to challenge myself and my own learning skills, while the company around me has taken clear steps forward. Katri Mäntylä M.Sc. (Economics) Director, Enterprise Services, Microsoft
I
had the privilege to work with Microsoft’s products
every organisation on the planet to achieve more.
for many years in its partner companies before
Everyone working in Microsoft has to have an open
actually joining the company in 2016. I first started
attitude towards new things. The working days are never
in the IT-industry in 1999 after finishing my BBA, and
the same and since the atmosphere is very unrestricted,
since then I’ve completed a master’s degree in Turku
work is done regardless of time and place. Microsoft
School of Business and did MBA studies at the Henley
believes in the capabilities of its employees and wants
Business School. During my years in the industry, I got
to give them an opportunity to thrive and develop
inspired by Microsoft’s competitiveness and the will to
constantly, which gives us good opportunities to further
develop constantly, which can be seen in the everyday
develop our careers and to make use of our skills in
culture of the company.
different areas of business. We are expected to carry a
Since I had worked in a partner ecosystem, I already
lot of responsibility, but help is always available. As a big
knew the organization culture and was expecting an
and global organisation, Microsoft has a lot to offer and
ambitious working atmosphere when I joined the team.
career plans are made with superiors in order to help
The company managed still to surprise me with its low-
employees to reach their goals.
hierarchy approach towards the constant evolvement.
Microsoft is constantly looking for new employees,
I’ve gotten lots of opportunities to challenge myself and
so that is something to keep in mind. In general, it is
my own learning skills, while the company around me
advisable to maintain a good attitude when applying - an
has taken clear steps forward. Learning new things is our
open mind will take you far. Familiarize yourself with the
main principle, and we’ve changed our cultural attitude
position and come up with questions regarding it and the
accordingly from “know it all” to “learn it all”. In addition
company. Show your existing strengths and knowledge
to changing the company’s own aspect towards learning
in your application, but be also open for possible other
and evolving, we also help our customers to renew
opportunities we have to offer. Don’t give up even if
themselves with digital transformations. This crystallizes
you don’t get the position at first, keeping in touch and
our mission - we want to empower every person and
building networks might open the door later.
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YOU ARE UNIQUE – YOUR SKILLS ARE UNIQUE Imagine you are surrounded by professionals of your field. You have the same educational background and you have worked with the same job title, have had same hobbies or positions of trust. However, when you look a little bit deeper you notice differences in your skills and abilities – even very profound differences. •
Your personalities are different, so you have regarded different aspects of experience important.
•
Your working styles are different, hence you have used different methods of learning and working.
•
You have worked in different organizations, with different people and thus learned interpersonal skills and tacit knowledge only these environments could provide.
•
You have been involved with different tasks and projects and different sides of the profession have been emphasized.
My customers often ask me how they can differentiate themselves from other professionals in the same field and how they could attract the attention of the recruiters. I answer with another question: When do you work with a smile on your face and get great results? My name is Arja Parpala and I work as a Career Coach at the Finnish Business School Graduates.
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The main reason I love my job is genuinely helping my clients with their dreams and goals. I get inspired by their different situations and stories. Arja Parpala M.Sc. (Business Communication) Career Couch, The Finnish Business School Graduates
I
never actually applied for a job at the Finnish
of Economics have given a solid starting point and when
Business School Graduates. Having just sold my
it comes to education, one of the most important things
company to my business partner, I was thinking
I learned was broad business understanding. I have also
about the next step. Soon I ran into an acquaintance
taken professional coach and trainer trainings, which are
of mine, who worked as a development manager at the
linked with my current job. In addition, my work history
Finnish Business School Graduates. She asked my help
is very versatile after working in international marketing
to cover an absence, which by coincidence, led me to my
and communications at DHL, recruiting franchising
dream job. The main reason I love my job is genuinely
entrepreneurs for McDonalds, educating in a learning
helping my clients with their dreams and goals. I get
institution and being an entrepreneur myself.
inspired by their different situations and stories.
When applying for a job, you should use every method
When I entered the building in March 2010, I felt
and channel available. A good basic tool is a curriculum,
excited to work in an academic environment. Soon
that states clearly what you can offer to the employer
I found out that we have truly amazing people here
and what your goals are. One of the priorities in job
and I’m privileged to work with them. My days at work
hunting should be recognizing your own skills. Think
vary from phone calls and meetings with clients to
of yourself as a company with a value proposition and
development projects together with colleagues or
a service selection. What benefits will you offer for the
collaborates. In addition to personal coaching, I hold
employer? After that, utilize several channels to search
different workshops and lectures in universities. I have
for jobs. In addition to following job advertisements,
done the first webinars in our company, built the first
people often find jobs through their connections or by
online trainings and generated content on our website.
directly contacting the companies that interest them.
10 000 of our members use our services or participate in
Remember, that your dream job might be closer than you
our trainings on a yearly basis.
think. Share your dreams with your best friend and you
I need to keep my knowledge and skills up to date, constantly developing them. My studies at Helsinki School
might land a job through her connections - this is what happened to a young client of mine.
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