Services related to studies

Apprenticeship

Learning a new profession is also possible through an apprenticeship contract. The apprenticeship contract is concluded between the employer, the educational institution and the employee. The state often supports apprenticeships with wage subsidies. Riihimäki city's employment service negotiates with employers and educational institutions about apprenticeship opportunities, so that young people and those changing their profession can get into training and work.

Study-related internship in the city

The city offers internships for students in educational institutions. If you are looking for an internship related to your studies, you should contact directly the work unit of the city where you would like to complete the internship.

The city's employment services offer, where possible, internship opportunities related to studies, such as in guidance and coaching positions. The internship is unpaid.

Students also have the opportunity to carry out theses and project work. Employment services work closely with various actors in the region, so students have a good opportunity to get acquainted with networking during their internship.

Applying for an internship is done by contacting employment services as early as possible. Students who have previous experience in working life are wanted for supervisory positions. Students are interviewed.

Internship guidance and student rights

Our staff is committed to guiding students. The internship supervisor takes care of maintaining his own professional skills, creates a positive learning atmosphere and supports the student's learning and professional development.

The student is a member of the work community throughout their internship and is allowed to participate responsibly in the work. The student participating in the work has continuous access to support and guidance from an employee of the unit. The student receives regular reasoned feedback from their supervisor and is allowed to give feedback and present their views.

The recycling center offers opportunities for internships in many different areas. Job roles include kitchen, cafeteria, recycling, store, cleaning, transportation, and technical work.

Student's responsibilities

Employment services require students to have a comprehensive and responsible approach to work. Students must adhere to a confidentiality obligation that continues even after completing their studies.

The student is expected to

• participates in activities in a variety of ways
• carry out the agreed measures responsibly, recognizing their own limits
• learns to take and give both positive and constructive feedback
• participates in work as agreed
• is flexible regarding work shifts
• learns to cooperate with different groups of people.