INTERNATIONAL STUDENT - Futureproof your career with IMIB career workshops
Welcome to the IMIB Career Coaching Workshops for International Students and Talents!
Curious about working life in Finland and how to get your foot in the door? These workshops are designed to support international students in navigating work culture, job searching, and professional life. You will gain practical tips, confidence, and valuable insights to help you build your career.
Explore your career opportunities, develop your skills, and connect with peers and career coaches in these interactive, hands-on workshops for international talents. The workshops are free of charge, and snacks will be provided.
These workshops are intended for international students and job seekers in the Helsinki Metropolitan Area.
Remember to sign up before attending!
1) Unlock Your Career dreams, 19th of January at 15:00 - 17:30 (Location Haaga-Helia UAS, Pasila Campus)
This workshop will give you the tools to design your dream career path step by step. In this workshop, you will:
- Explore dream futures
- Ideate alternative paths
- Design career experiments
Location: Haaga-Helia UAS, Pasila campus, Ratapihantie 13, Helsinki. 3 floor, rd classroom 3012.
Sign up for the workshop here: https://link.webropolsurveys.com/EventParticipation/EventPublic/4b6d3924-aaa3-4168-b813-215b0c006b15?displayId=Fin3545723
2) Discover Your Purpose, 27th of January at 15:00 - 17:30 (Location Haaga-Helia UAS, Pasila Campus)
This workshop will give you a career compass that will guide you in making unique and authentic choices along your journey. In this workshop, you will:
- Identify core values & interests
- Craft a meaningful career story
- Identify empowering purposes
Location: Haaga-Helia UAS, Pasila campus, Ratapihantie 13, Helsinki. 2nd floor, classroom 2003.
Sign up for workshop here: https://link.webropolsurveys.com/EventParticipation/EventPublic/4b6d3924-aaa3-4168-b813-215b0c006b15?displayId=Fin3545723
3) Pitch Your Idea - or Pitch Yourself!, 2nd of February at 15:30 - 18:30 (Location: Helsinki Epicenter)
Showcase your business idea or highlight your strengths and skills in a 2–3 minute pitch. Get supportive feedback, grow your confidence, and boost your chances for internships and future jobs.
Location: Epicenter, Mikonkatu 9, Helsinki.
Sign up for the Pitching Workshop here by 31st of January: https://link.webropolsurveys.com/EventParticipation/EventPublic/5e874fe1-b3dc-4b16-9586-1015a7f6609a?displayId=Fin3546521
4) How to Build Smart Networks, 19th of March at 15:00 – 16:30 (Location Metropolia UAS, Myllypuro Campus)
This workshop explores how to build meaningful professional relationships during your studies and why it pays off. Through interactive activities and practical exercises, you will learn how to approach networking in a supportive and relaxed setting.
Location: Metropolia UAS, Myllypuro Campus, Myllypurontie 1, Helsinki. D-Building, Myllypuro-sali (MPD 1002)
Sign up for the Networking Workshop here by 16th of March: https://elomake.metropolia.fi/lomakkeet/46985/lomake.html
More information:
Inka Saarela,
Career Coach/Metropolia UAS
inka.saarela [at] metropolia.fi (inka[dot]saarela[at]metropolia[dot]fi)
In the IMIB network, international students work on assignments provided by companies operating in Finland. The aim is to promote the employment of international students and higher education graduates in Finland and to encourage companies to recruit international talents. This project if ESF+ funded and provided by Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences, Metropolia University of Applied Sciences and Laurea University of Applied Sciences.