Trainee for the European and Nordic studies master's programme

The University of Helsinki International trainee programme is open to all international students enrolled in a University of Helsinki master’s programme.

We are now looking for a TRAINEE for the European and Nordic studies master’s programme located in the Centre for European Studies.

The duration of a traineeship is from 1 September to 31 December 2024 (four months) of part-time (50%) work, leaving time for studies as well. The salary of a trainee is €700 per month for a part-time (50%) trainee.

About the position

The selected candidate will work at the Centre for European Studies . The trainee will help the European and Nordic Studies (ENS) Programme director with variety of tasks related to the development and visibility of the master’s programme. Especially we aim to improve the marketing of the programme, communication and contents of the webpages and social media.

We appreciate if the applicant has knowledge of European and EU related topics and is willing to develop with us the expertise in teaching and researching these issues.

Besides these duties, the trainee will help the staff members with academic publications, project applications and organizing events.

The person we are looking for

We are looking for a pro-active and motivated person, eager to develop the programme and co-operate with our staff members and programme students.

The successful applicant is expected to have:
•    Fluent written and verbal communication skills in English.
•    Interest in European and EU related issues, especially from the Nordic perspective.
•    The ability to work independently, together with different colleagues and in an international environment.
•    The ability (or willingness to learn) to update webpages and social media contents.
•    Appreciated skills include marketing and communication experience and potential for producing interesting material for webpages, social media etc.

Why work for us

We offer you an international, multicultural and innovative working environment with interesting assignments related to research, teaching and administration in the social sciences. We support your work with active guidance so that you can get the most out of your traineeship.

Interested?

You are eligible to apply if you are an international student enrolled in a University of Helsinki master’s programme.
We expect to receive your application through our recruitment system by 29 April.

Further information

Further information about the position can be obtained from the ENS Programme Director, university lecturer Hanna Tuominen, [email protected]

Further information about the recruitment process can be obtained from HR on-site services: [email protected]

Read more what the programme offers for your support on the programme website .

The University of Helsinki welcomes applicants of any gender, linguistic and cultural background, or minority group.

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