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The one about job hunting
30th of September ‘24
New experiences
Hey everyone!
I know I’m not the person who usually writes these newsletters, so let me introduce myself. I’m Stella Moliski, a 15-year-old marketing intern here at Hei Dingo for the TET program, a two-week work experience designed for ninth graders in Finland.
During my time here, I’ve been researching the job market, especially for experienced professionals. Even though I’m still a student, I’ve learned a lot about how the job-seeking process works in Finland. While researching, I put myself in the shoes of a marketing pro with a few years of experience and tried searching for job opportunities. Here’s what I found!
While going down the rabbit hole of job hunting in Finland, I first turned to trusty sites like Duunitori, Indeed, and LinkedIn. These platforms? Super convenient—tons of job listings, easy "Apply" buttons, and a pretty straightforward process overall.
But let’s be real—there are a few bumps along the way. With so many people using these sites, it can feel like you’re just clicking "apply" and waiting in a long line, hoping someone notices your application. Plus, a lot of these sites are in Finnish, which can feel like a challenge if you’re not fluent. Still, Finland is a goldmine for job opportunities—you just need to know where to dig! Here’s what I’ve discovered:
A lot of these platforms are still mostly in Finnish, which can be a bit intimidating for international candidates. A more globally accessible, bilingual experience could really open doors. Finland also has great resources for the inexperienced and unemployed (like TET, TTT, and Kela!), but mid-career professionals seem to be missing out on tailored support. It would be amazing to see more career coaching or job-switching programs for people looking for the next big challenge!
Through this research, I’ve learned to better understand the struggles and experience of finding a job in Finland. Hopefully the job hunting experience will continue to grow positively over time, and I’m excited to see the changes once it’s my turn to apply for a job!
Stella, learning something new ✨
💡Always keep in mind…
Make the most of the season
Now that it’s been more than a week of autumn, take advantage of the fall scenery! Even though Finland’s fall season is mostly cloudy and rainy, embrace the fall feels and get some fresh air 🍁
Take a walk in your local forest, or try places in Helsinki like Töölönlahti and Keskuspuisto.
🍃Have you…
👽️ TikTok Creator Ohmarni How to apply for jobs in the next 24hrs?! Ohmarni shares a big tip when it comes to being the first ones to apply. Using Google as a search tool that obtains the applicant tracking systems that in real time. Some of you might know this already, but, have you used it lately? |
✹ Events
Thrive Together ThursdaysEvery Thursday from 10:00 to 10:45 - Online via Hei Dingo We will be talking about how to utilize AI for your Personal Brand, how to obtain real insights on trending industries, topics around how to navigate best in today’s competitive job seeking and client attraction. |
Herizon LinkedIn Bootcamp✧ October: 3, 10, 17, 24th 14:00-15:00 A message from Daria Galina: “Join the fall cohort online to be part of a four-part online event series where we first learn to look at your profile and experience from a recruiter’s point of view, then get you showing up through your own content and interacting with the wider community on LinkedIn.” |
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⌛Our Progress Update
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So happy to grow together,
The Hei Dingo Team
P.S Thank you to the wonderful Stella for creating this great newsletter piece. Send us your thoughts and we will make sure to forward them to her to keep her motivated too.
☁️Friendly reminder
Every accomplishment starts with the decision to try. By taking that first step, you open the door to the endless possibilities that come with new experiences!
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