Course Connect: Haaga-Helia Support for International Students and Alumni

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Haaga-Helia offers a number of meetings, activities, and events to support our international degree students and alumni. Below you can find information about our upcoming actions for the Autumn 2025 Semester. All events are free and open to all students. Most events are held in English but are open to students studying in Finnish language degree programmes as well.

Upcoming In-Person Events

Student and Alumni Event: Build Your Network, Build Your Career – Boost Your Entrepreneurial Mindset 8.10.2026 at 17–19.30 in beautiful Helsinki City Hall. Expand your horizons, strengthen your network, and develop a mindset that supports your career growth. Join us for an inspiring evening focused on entrepreneurship, career development, and real-world insights from international talents.

How to Winter in Vantaa 12.11 17.00-20.00

International Career Days: ICT Career Day 16.11.2026 14.30-16.00

International Career Days: Business Day 26.11.2026 14.00-17.00 (More information coming soon)

Build Your Portfolio in Notion: Hands-on Workshop 25.11 14.30-16.00

 

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Haaga-Helia's International and Career Services have put together a series of articles to help our students and alumni learn more about navigating finding employment in Finland.

Unlock the Finnish Job Market: Tips from Haaga-Helia Alumni 

Haaga-Helia's International Services and Career Services have worked together to produce a 4-part video series featuring international Haaga-Helia alumni discussing their carer journeys in Finland. 

Part 1: My Journey to Finland


 

Part 2: Practical Tips for Finding Employment in Finland


 

Part 3: Navigating the Finnish Workplace


 

Part 4: Why I Like Working in Finland