For employers

Offer your expertise in mentoring international students

“We want to increase the number of international employees in the future. The mentoring programme was an excellent way to start promoting it.”
HRD Business Partner Eeva Tuomi, Mondi Kuopio

The mentor search is open – register by September 15th using the online form.

The group mentoring programme brings together employers, experts from different fields, and international students (actors). An independent expert or an employer organisation with one or more experts can act as a mentor in the programme. The main role of mentors is to challenge and guide actors to develop their working life and networking skills. The mentoring language is English.

The themes of mentoring meetings can be, for example:

• Professional growth and career development
• Identification and marketing of one’s competence
• Job search skills
• Networking
• Finnish culture and working life
• Getting to know the organisation and industry
• Entrepreneurship and (research) funding
• Well-being at work and time management

Mentoring provides mentors and employer organisations with the following: 

• Positive employer visibility and an opportunity to implement social responsibility at the local level
• A chance to get acquainted with the skills of international students and an opportunity to recruit
• New perspectives and innovative ideas
• Up-to-date information on fields of education and the future workforce
• A chance to network and get to know different cultures
• An opportunity to develop coaching, interaction and language skills

Stages of the mentoring programme (November-May) 

1. Online mentoring (2 h)
2. Programme launch event and first online meeting of groups (2 h)
3. Meetings with the group (4-5 times recommended)
4. Networking event (3 h)
5. Programme closing event (3 h)

The key stages of the mentoring process are 2nd and 3rd. The program lasts approximately 20 hours per mentor. Mentoring is not tied to the locality but can be done online.

Students choose a suitable mentoring group based on a mentor profile written by the mentor/employer organisation themselves. The mentoring groups agree on the method of conducting the meetings (remote and/or face-to-face meetings).

The dates for the next mentoring programme (November 2025-May 2026) can be found in this brochure (pdf).

Additional information

Feel free to contact us!

Marko Pietilä, [email protected], +358 40 355 3039
Minna Tarvainen, [email protected], +358 44 785 6981
Sanna Jeskanen, [email protected], +358 50 462 2478   

Utilise the potential of international students in thesis or project work

Future Talents is a multidisciplinary team of international students connecting local employers with the talent of the future. The team offers your company an easy way to benefit from international expertise through thesis projects, internships, part-time work, and project assignments.

Why join?

• Fresh ideas and perspectives
• Easy and flexible collaboration
• International skills for your team
• Insights into future talents
• Positive employer brand

How does the team work?

1. The student team contacts you – or you can invite them to visit.
2. Together, you discuss your needs and potential collaboration opportunities.

3. A project is agreed upon and carried out in cooperation.

Future Talents Team provides an easy and flexible way to connect with international students and their unique expertise.

For more information: 

Paavo Raappana, [email protected], +358 50 465 9027
Johanna Taavitsainen, [email protected], +358 44 785 6142
Marko Pietilä, [email protected], +358 40 355 3039
Sami Tanskanen, [email protected], +358 50 355 8857

Offer an internship or job to an international student

Looking for a motivated intern, thesis writer or new employee? We’ll help you find the right candidate!

We collect comprehensive information about our international students – their areas of expertise, educational background and work experience. This data forms our continuously growing Talent Pool, a skills database that allows us to match the right candidates to your needs.

How Does the Talent Pool Work?

1. Tell us what you need – Let us know the kind of skills or profile you’re looking for.
2. We’ll find the right candidates – We search our Talent Pool for students who match your criteria.
3. Receive candidate suggestions – With the students’ consent, we present you with suitable profiles.
4. Meet and decide – You can meet the candidates and decide on the next steps.

Through the Talent Pool, you gain easy access to skilled, motivated international students who are eager to gain hands-on experience in Finnish working life. At the same time, you contribute to building a diverse and future-ready workplace.

Our experts will support you throughout the process – from identifying your needs to final selection and practical arrangements.

Interested? Get in touch:

Johanna Taavitsainen, [email protected], +358 44 785 6142
Eini Puhakka, [email protected], +358 44 785 6825
Marko Pietilä, [email protected], +358 40 355 3039
Sanna Jeskanen, [email protected], +358 50 462 2478 

Increase the diversity competence of the personnel and the work community

Do you want to enhance your workplace’s inclusivity, cultural awareness, and psychological safety?

The Strengthening Diversity in the Workplace online course offers practical tools for applying diversity in everyday work and leadership. You can access the course from anywhere, at any time, through the DigiCampus online platform (in Finnish): https://digicampus.fi/course/view.php?id=6290.

What you will learn

• Build a culturally aware and inclusive work environment
• Support language learning in the workplace
• Recognise biases, privileges, and microaggressions

Start learning today – diversity is a key strength for every workplace!

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If you have any questions about the course content, don’t hesitate to contact us!

Virpi Moilanen, [email protected], 050 576 1301

Develop language- and culture-aware guidance and orientation skills in the workplace

Do you want to strengthen the skills of supervisors and mentors in supporting international talent?

The Language- and Culture-Aware Workplace Instructor training provides practical tools for effective guidance, onboarding, and leveraging diversity in the workplace.

What the Training Offers

• Free, 2-hour training session
• Access to a Thinglink resource library for ongoing use
• Training sessions in Iisalmi, Joensuu, and Kuopio, as well as online
• Key topics include:
  • Recognising personal attitudes and biases
  • Characteristics of an effective mentor
  • Onboarding best practices
  • Language- and culture-aware guidance
  • Workplace culture orientation
  • Challenges in guidance

  • Giving constructive feedback

Participants can also apply for a digital badge to certify their skills.

Support sessions for workplace instructors

In addition to the training, we offer monthly short support sessions for mentors, HR staff, and anyone working with international talent. These sessions focus on current themes and practical guidance tips.

For more information about upcoming training sessions and support sessions:

Minna Jääskeläinen, [email protected], +358 50 300 7102
Timo Pekkarinen, [email protected], +358 44 785 4164
Maarit Paaso, [email protected], +358 50 347 6696

Enhance workplace communication with a language expert

Are you seeking tips on daily interactions in a multilingual workplace?

Kielituki työpaikalla – ensiapua moninaiseen työarkeen is a two-hour expert visit that offers an overview of daily life at the workplace. We observe interaction situations, and you will receive practical tips for supporting Finnish language learning, communication, and recognising diversity within the work community.

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Virpi Moilanen, [email protected], +358 50 576 1301