Job Resources
Networking and personal contacts have become increasingly important for finding a job in Finland.
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Employment Trends
As a relatively small country, Finland relies on exports, mostly in forstry products, metal, engineering and electronics.
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Information Technology
With a technology-oriented culture, Finland is at the top globally for cellular phone and Internet penetration per capita.
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Engineering
Due to strong focus on technology and engineering in the Finnish economy, the outlook for young engineers in Finland is excellent.
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Accounting and Finance
Despite difficulties in the financial services sector and a general economic slowdown, accountants continue to experience a positive employment environment.
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Sales & Marketing
The employment market for sales and marketing professionals has changed in recent years with the slowdown in the overall economy
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Top Companies
The following list represents companies reporting the largest assets/revenues in the country. More than 400,000 additional corporate profiles can be found in Going Global's Employer Directory.
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Business and Networking
One of the best networking groups in Finland is AKAVA, which is the Confederation of Unions for Academic Professionals in Finland, and its affiliated sites for each profession.
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Financial Considerations
Helsinki's average cost of living is now the seventh highest worldwide. Expatriates from North America will feel the effect the most.
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Work Permits/Visas
Finland is a member of the Schengen Agreement, which means that visitors planning to stay in country for fewer than 90 days do not need to apply for a visa or entry permit.
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Resume/CVs
For young professionals in Finland, one page is the maximum length for a résumé/CV (curriculum vitae), but experienced professionals may have a longer one.
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Interviewing Advice
Being prompt is a must. Whether for an interview or making a promised contact by telephone or email, it is important to be on time.
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Cultural Advice
Finland is not a part of Scandinavia, but is a part of the larger Nordic culture.
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