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Eva Alifrosti
Eva Alifrosti
Career coach

https://www.tek.fi/en/about-tek/contact-information/eva-alifrosti

Minna Vallinrinne
Career coach (on parental leave)

https://www.tek.fi/en/about-tek/contact-information/minna-vallinrinne

Mustavalkoinen kuva televisiosta ja ihmisistä katsomassa sitä.
Teekkari students made the history of television
Teekkari history. Finland’s first television broadcast was made from the Helsinki University of Technology’s radio laboratory on 24 May 1955.
News article
Keywords:
history, teekkari culture

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/teekkari-students-made-the-history-of-television

TEK studies: Diversity, equality and inclusion
How are DEI themes displayed at technology workplaces?
Keywords:
gender equality, TEK's research, research, equality

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/research/tek-studies-diversity-equality-and-inclusion

TEK studies: Students
How are students and recent graduates in the field of technology coping? How much do they work during their studies? Our research reveals what tech students and recent graduates are up to – read more!
Keywords:
student research, TEK's research, research

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/research/tek-studies-students

TEK studies: Work life and employment
What is going on in the work life of technology professionals in Finland?
Keywords:
TEK's research, research, work life, employment, labour market survey (TMT)

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/research/tek-studies-work-life-and-employment

armeija, takki, kädet, tietokone, puolustusvoimat
Mikko Hyppönen: Artificial Intelligence and Defense Technology
Event
Keywords:
event, artificial intelligence

https://www.tek.fi/en/events/mikko-hypponen-artificial-intelligence-and-defense-technology

Ihmisiä kaavakuvan ääressä.
Growth in architectural firms
In growing offices, middle management roles and professional specialisation are becoming more common. The ideal of a straightforward office with a family-business feel is difficult to achieve in a large company.
News article
Keywords:
architect

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/growth-in-architectural-firms

Mies istuu tietokoneen ääressä.
Entrepreneurs' incomes fell
According to TEK’s labour market survey, the median gross annual income for full-time entrepreneurs was €54,000.
News article
Keywords:
TEK, labour market survey (TMT), entrepreneur, TEK's research

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/entrepreneurs-incomes-fell

Kolme henkilöä kahvilassa
Tekniikan akateemiset TEK
TEK is the largest organisation for academic engineers and architects in Finland, with a professional community of 77,000 members. We are an organisation that will accompany you throughout your career, from the beginning of your studies through all stages of developing your career. We provide legal advice, career coaching, and salary advice to our members.

https://www.tek.fi/en/node/77

Kuvituskuva
YTN issues a strike notices in the collective bargaining dispute at universities of applied sciences – also affects TEK members
Negotiations on the collective agreement for universities of applied sciences have not resulted in an agreement, and the collective agreement expired on 31 March 2026.
News article
Keywords:
collective agreement

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/ytn-issues-a-strike-notices-in-the-collective-bargaining-dispute-at-universities-of-applied-sciences-also-affects-tek-members

TEKin vaalit, TEK's election 2026.
Get to know the result of TEK’s election – additional seats to Unity, the Greens, the Left and the Finns Party
The 70 newly elected councillors represent approximately 85,000 members in TEK’s decision-making. Unity and Teekkari Spirit 2 received five additional seats, the Greens three, the Left two and the Finns Party one. The average age of the council members is 48, and 51 % of the councillors are women.
News article
Keywords:
decision-making, TEK's election, general council

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/get-to-know-the-result-of-teks-election-additional-seats-to-unity-the-greens-the-left-and-the-finns-party

TEKin vaalit, TEK's election 2026.
TEK elections: These are the 70 councillors who will represent TEK’s members for the next three years
TEK members elected 70 councillors to represent them in TEK’s decision-making during the 2026–2029 term. The National Coalition Party lost five seats in the council elections but still remains the largest group with 14 seats. Unity and Teekkari Spirit 2, The Greens and Left gained additional seats. The newcomer, the Finns Party, won one seat. A total of 12,216 votes were cast, and voter turnout was 22.1%.
News article
Keywords:
decision-making, TEK, TEK's election, general council

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/tek-elections-these-are-the-70-councillors-who-will-represent-teks-members-for-the-next-three-years

nainen, tietokone, keltainen pusero, rekrytointi
Dear recruiter: How to stand out as an international jobseeker
Event
Keywords:
event, job search, job search and career

https://www.tek.fi/en/events/dear-recruiter-how-to-stand-out-as-an-international-jobseeker

Events
Keywords:
event

https://www.tek.fi/en/events

TES-neuvottelut
Collective agreement negotiations
Here you can find more information about collective agreement negotiations concerning TEK members.
Keywords:
promotion of interests, collective agreement

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/work-life-in-finland/collective-agreement-negotiations

Opiskelijoita istumassa nurmikolla.
Student guilds score high on belonging – Inclusion still a work in progress
Over 80 per cent of students in the field of technology agree they feel accepted, can be themselves, and perceive the atmosphere of the guild or the degree association as good. The guilds have successfully deployed practices supporting equity. TEK Student Survey highlights some of the remaining challenges, for example a language barrier hindering the opportunities of English-speaking students.
News article
Keywords:
student research, teekkari culture, TEK's research

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/student-guilds-score-high-on-belonging-inclusion-still-a-work-in-progress

Ihmisiä pöydän ympärillä ylhäältäpäin kuvattuna.
TEK's election
The election result is here. Congratulations to the 70 newly elected council members!
Keywords:
decision-making, TEK, elections

https://www.tek.fi/en/about-tek/decision-making/teks-election

TEKin vaalit, TEK's election 2026.
Information about TEK's election
The General Council represents the members in TEK's decision-making. In TEK's elections, the members vote on who will represent them for the 2026-2029 period.
Keywords:
decision-making, TEK, elections, general council

https://www.tek.fi/en/about-tek/decision-making/teks-election/information-about-teks-election

Nuori henkilö reppu selässä.
Young people’s health and Ukraine drew TEK members’ donation votes
A total of 12,216 members voted in TEK’s council elections held in March, generating more than 36,000 euros to donate. TEK donates three euros per vote to charitable causes chosen by the voters. MIELI Mental Health Finland and its work supporting the mental health of children and young people received the most votes. The election results will be published on April 1.
News article
Keywords:
decision-making, TEK, TEK's election

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/young-peoples-health-and-ukraine-drew-tek-members-donation-votes

Henkilö katsoo Työkirjaa.
3-/6-month rule comes into force – does it impact you?
Of all the proposed and implemented laws by this government since their election in 2023, this has been perhaps the one most discussed and, especially amongst non-native Finnish residents, most feared. It is important to summarize what the law does to you as an international technology expert, writes TEK's Owain Hopeaketo.
Blog post
Keywords:
internationality, society

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/3-6-month-rule-comes-into-force-does-it-impact-you

Henkilö katsoo puhelinta.
Candidates in TEK's election
Learn about the candidates and electoral alliances that have nominated candidates!
Keywords:
decision-making, TEK, elections, general council

https://www.tek.fi/en/about-tek/decision-making/teks-election/candidates-in-teks-election

Vaalikone.
Election compass
Check out the views of the candidates and electoral alliances!
Keywords:
TEK, elections, general council, TEK's election

https://www.tek.fi/en/about-tek/decision-making/teks-election/election-compass

Henkilöllä on kädessä puhelin, jonka näytöllä lukee TEK's election.
Vote in TEK's election
Electronic voting ended on March 30 at 12.00 noon. We will donate three euros to charity for every vote.
Keywords:
decision-making, TEK, elections

https://www.tek.fi/en/about-tek/decision-making/teks-election/vote-in-teks-election

Henkilö katsoo puhelinta.
503 candidates in TEK's election
In March, 70 representatives will be elected in TEK's General Council elections to represent approximately 83,000 members. There are a total of 503 candidates.
News article
Keywords:
TEK's election, general council

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/503-candidates-in-teks-election

Sosiaalinen media, läppäri, työnhakija, nuori mies
Sole trader or a limited company?
Event
Keywords:
AKY – Akavalaiset Yrittäjät, event, entrepreneur

https://www.tek.fi/en/events/sole-trader-or-a-limited-company

TEK-pinssi.
Spring council focused on TEK members’ working life
The council discussed the employment situation and recent legislative changes. The removal of “a weighty reason” from the grounds for dismissal does not currently seem to affect TEK members broadly. The council approved TEK’s financial statements and annual report and confirmed the student representatives for 2026.
News article
Keywords:
TEK's election, general council

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/spring-council-focused-on-tek-members-working-life

Lakikirja, selata, lakitieto
Legal data bank
Here you will find legal information regarding work and employment relationships.
Keywords:
member services and benefits, legal data bank, employment and law

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/employment-and-law/legal-data-bank

Kaksi henkilöä keskustelemassa.
What is a trade union and who are TEK?
In Finland, over 50% of employees are members of a trade union, making them an important part of working life.
Keywords:
membership, TEK

https://www.tek.fi/en/en/tek-trade-unions-and-you/what-is-a-trade-union-and-who-are-tek

Kaksi henkilöä kättelee.
How can I ensure a good salary?
Salary rises happen due to collective agreements or your own negotiation. TEK helps with both.
Keywords:
salary, TEK

https://www.tek.fi/en/en/tek-trade-unions-and-you/how-can-i-ensure-a-good-salary

Opiskelijoita ulkona.
TEK, trade unions and you
You may be wondering, what can trade unions do for you, or you may have other questions about work life in Finland. On these pages you can find the answers to the most common questions – or send us a question, if yours isn't answered yet!
Keywords:
membership, TEK

https://www.tek.fi/en/en/tek-trade-unions-and-you

TEKin vaalit 2026, kuvitus, Outi Kainiemi.
Vote now!
Electronic voting for TEK’s General Council elections is open until Monday, 30 March at 12 noon. Find out about the electoral alliances, electoral coalitions and candidates below.
News article
Keywords:
TEK's election, general council

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/vote-now

Kahvikuppi ja puhelin pöydällä.
How can I get unemployment insurance?
Unemployment insurance comes from unemployment funds, and it is important to be a member of both fund and trade union.
Keywords:
member services and benefits, TEK, unemployment

https://www.tek.fi/en/en/tek-trade-unions-and-you/how-can-i-get-unemployment-insurance

2 ihmistä, arkkitehti, piirustukset
How are my working rights protected?
Via collective agreements, shop stewards and lawyers, unions help make sure you can work without fears or fights about your working conditions.
Keywords:
TEK

https://www.tek.fi/en/en/tek-trade-unions-and-you/how-are-my-working-rights-protected

Henkilöitä LUTin kampuksella.
How can I get a job in technology that suits me?
TEK gives technology industry tailored support in job seeking and career progression.
Keywords:
TEK, job search

https://www.tek.fi/en/en/tek-trade-unions-and-you/how-can-i-get-a-job-in-technology-that-suits-me

Henkilö nojaa käteensä.
Is anyone advocating for a better Finland?
Major changes in society affect technology experts in and out of the workplace. TEK advocates on behalf of members in a range of topics.
Keywords:
promotion of interests, TEK

https://www.tek.fi/en/en/tek-trade-unions-and-you/is-anyone-advocating-for-a-better-finland

Henkilöitä TEK-hupparit päällä.
How can I join and what does the fee get me?
For technology, architecture and STEM professionals, TEK benefits can be accessed as soon as you are a member.
Keywords:
membership, TEK

https://www.tek.fi/en/en/tek-trade-unions-and-you/how-can-i-join-and-what-does-the-fee-get-me

Markus Lindholm ja Minna Vallinrinne istuvat sohvalla.
Examples make job applications convincing
Artificial intelligence can help in the drafting phase, but using your own words will make the application more personal. See a visualisation of a job application at the end of the article.
News article
Keywords:
job search, job search and career

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/examples-make-job-applications-convincing

Kuvituskuva työsopimuksesta ja kahdesta kynästä.
A fixed-term employment contract can soon be made without a justified reason
The new law also includes halving the notice period for lay-offs and releasing small employers from the obligation to re-employ dismissed employees.
News article
Keywords:
legal data bank, employment contract, employment and law

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/a-fixed-term-employment-contract-can-soon-be-made-without-a-justified-reason

TEKin tykit yhteiskuvassa.
Student liaisons play an important role at events
TEK sponsored nearly one thousand student events across Finland last year. The practical work is carried out by TEK’s student liaisons with locals. If you want help with your event, get in touch!
News article
Keywords:
student, TEK, influencing

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/student-liaisons-play-an-important-role-at-events

kännykkä, tekoäly, kädet
Mikko Alasaarela: The Role of Humans in the Age of AI
Event
Keywords:
event

https://www.tek.fi/en/events/mikko-alasaarela-the-role-of-humans-in-the-age-of-ai

Agreement on the termination of employment
Information regarding agreements for the mutual termination of an employment relationship.
Keywords:
legal data bank, employment relationship, employment and law

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/employment-and-law/legal-data-bank/agreement-on-the-termination-of-employment

Employee's own resignation
When can an employee terminate the employment? What process must be followed?
Keywords:
legal data bank, employment relationship, employment and law

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/employment-and-law/legal-data-bank/employees-own-resignation

Notice period
During the notice period, the employment contract and the employment relationship remain in force as normal and both parties must continue to fulfil their contractual obligations.
Keywords:
legal data bank, employment relationship, employment and law

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/employment-and-law/legal-data-bank/notice-period

Ihmisiä istumassa ja keskustelemassa yhdessä.
Dual membership
Dual members can take advantage of not only the services and benefits of their main union, but also those offered by TEK. Learn more about the different options!
Keywords:
membership, dual membership

https://www.tek.fi/en/membership/join-tek/dual-membership

Privacy statement for TEK’s General Council elections
The Privacy statement for TEK’s General Council elections defines how members’ personal data is handled regarding TEK’s elections.
Keywords:
TEK, data protection and security, elections, general council

https://www.tek.fi/en/about-tek/data-protection/privacy-statement-for-teks-general-council-elections

TEK-pinssi.
The Election Committee oversees TEK's election
Council elections do not happen out of thin air. The Election Committee is responsible for ensuring that the elections run smoothly. In the run-up to the 2026 elections, the committee has been discussing issues such as the election compass and electronic voting. What goes on behind the scenes before members get to vote?
News article
Keywords:
decision-making, TEK's election

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/the-election-committee-oversees-teks-election

Vanhempi ja taapero käyttävät samaa tietokonetta.
Toddlers torpedo incomes – but only for women
Having a child substantially reduces a woman's income, and the effect is long-lasting. Conversely, having a child is financially beneficial for fathers, according to a recent study. Workplaces do not always know how to provide optimal support for career development for employees after they have started a family.
News article
Keywords:
family and work life, gender equality, research, equality, TEK's research

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/toddlers-torpedo-incomes-but-only-for-women

Henkilöitä pöydän ääressä ruokalassa.
Engineering Education Webinar 2026
Event
Keywords:
event, TEK's research, recent graduate

https://www.tek.fi/en/events/engineering-education-webinar-2026

Matti Hirvikallio 2026.
“A coffee packet for voters” – history of TEK elections
TEK’s council has been elected for several decades already. “Women and pensioners were active,” says Matti Hirvikallio, who served as secretary of the election committee in the early 2000s. Ideas to attract voters have included, for example, giving out packets of coffee.
News article
Keywords:
history, TEK's election, general council

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/a-coffee-packet-for-voters-history-of-tek-elections

Opiskelija täyttää kalenteriaan kuulokkeet päässään.
Join the KOKO unemployment fund during your studies
While you are studying, are you doing any work for which you earn at least €465 per month? If so, it is worth joining the KOKO unemployment fund.
News article
Keywords:
student, unemployment fund

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/join-the-koko-unemployment-fund-during-your-studies

Henkilöitä Hervannan kampuksella Tampereella.
Tampere
Find out more about Teekkari culture in Tampere, Hervanta.
Keywords:
Tampere University, teekkari (technology student), teekkari culture

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/students/teekkari/teekkari-cities/tampere

Viiden vuonna 2025 ilmestyneen TEK-lehden kannet
Vote for the best cover of TEK magazine from last year
Vote for the TEK magazine cover you like best and you could win an Oura ring.
News article
Keywords:
TEK

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/vote-for-the-best-cover-of-tek-magazine-from-last-year

lasten kädet, paperinuket
Legal Briefing: Updates on Inheritance and Gift Taxation!
Event
Keywords:
legal data bank, event

https://www.tek.fi/en/events/legal-briefing-updates-on-inheritance-and-gift-taxation

nainen, kuulokkeet, makaa
Laura Sokka: Stress Skills – Keys to Sustainable Wellbeing and Work Ability
Event
Keywords:
wellbeing, event

https://www.tek.fi/en/events/laura-sokka-stress-skills-keys-to-sustainable-wellbeing-and-work-ability

Tiimityö, ihmiset, kädet ylhäällä
Trust and Teamwork – Building a High-Performing Team
Event
Keywords:
event

https://www.tek.fi/en/events/trust-and-teamwork-building-a-high-performing-team

vaaka, lakitieto, laki, käsi
Legal Session: Be Prepared with a Continuing Power of Attorney
Event
Keywords:
legal data bank, event

https://www.tek.fi/en/events/legal-session-be-prepared-with-a-continuing-power-of-attorney

Ihmisiä, kädet ylhäällä, pöytä
Jarkko Rantanen: Emotional Skills in the Workplace
Event
Keywords:
event

https://www.tek.fi/en/events/jarkko-rantanen-emotional-skills-in-the-workplace

vanha nainen, hoitaja, terveys, terveydenhuolto, ipadi
Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare – A New Era of Impact
Event
Keywords:
event, TEK Talks, artificial intelligence, webinar

https://www.tek.fi/en/events/artificial-intelligence-in-healthcare-a-new-era-of-impact

Henkilö TEK-huppari päällä kuvattuna takaapäin.
TEK’s membership grew the most among Akava’s affiliates
At the beginning of 2026, the number of members in Akava unions was 619 090. For the third year in a row, TEK was the union with the largest increase in membership.
News article
Keywords:
Akava, TEK

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/teks-membership-grew-the-most-among-akavas-affiliates

Owain Hopeaketo.
Owain Hopeaketo
Project Manager, International Experts
| +358 46 954 7718

https://www.tek.fi/en/about-tek/contact-information/owain-hopeaketo

TEKin vaalit, TEK's election 2026.
Instructions to stand as a candidate
The nomination of candidates ended on 9 February at 12.00 noon.
Keywords:
decision-making, TEK, elections, general council

https://www.tek.fi/en/about-tek/decision-making/teks-election/instructions-to-stand-as-a-candidate

Kolme henkilöä keskustelee läppärin ääressä.
Entrepreneur
If you are already running your own business or considering setting up your own company, it is worth getting to know our services!
Keywords:
member services and benefits, employment and law, unemployment insurance, entrepreneur

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/entrepreneur

iloiset ihmiset juttelevat pöydän äärellä
Job Search 101: Recognise and Communicate Your Skills 2026
Event
Keywords:
job search, job search and career

https://www.tek.fi/en/events/job-search-101-recognise-and-communicate-your-skills-2026

Job Search 101: CV and Job Application
Job Search 101: CV and Job Application
Event
Keywords:
CV, job search, job search and career

https://www.tek.fi/en/events/job-search-101-cv-and-job-application

Kaksi henkilöä tarkastelee Työkirjan artikkelia LinkedInistä
Mastering the hidden job market 2026
Event
Keywords:
job search, job search and career, career

https://www.tek.fi/en/events/mastering-the-hidden-job-market-2026

Henkilö esittelemässä työtään
TEK makes a difference
We are constantly working to increase the appreciation of technology and the technology industry in Finnish society.
Keywords:
promotion of interests, TEK, influencing

https://www.tek.fi/en/about-tek/tek-makes-a-difference

Kaarin Taipale katsoo kameraan.
Kaarin's corner: Creating a council that suits TEK’s diversity
A TEK council that represents our member diversity, whether in youth, gender, internationality or anything else, is a better council for TEK.
Blog post
Keywords:
column, decision-making, elections

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/kaarins-corner-creating-a-council-that-suits-teks-diversity

Maria Kultanen katsoo kameraan
The long road to clout
Long-term advocacy means you need to build trust and understand the structures of decision-making. There is plenty of room here. Would you like to join us?
Blog post
Keywords:
column, elections

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/the-long-road-to-clout

Kolme henkilöä keskustelemassa työasioista
Salary
We collect data on the salaries of TEK members on an annual basis. Check your salary level and prepare for salary negotiations with our tips!
Keywords:
salary, salary advice, Salary Surveyor, salary recommendation

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/salary

Opiskelijoita istuu auringossa haalarit päällä
Salary recommendations
TEK gives starter salary recommendations for recent graduates and trainees annually. Check out what kind of salary you can ask for!
Keywords:
student, salary, salary recommendation, recent graduate

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/students/salary-recommendations

Espoo
Espoo
Find out more about Teekkari culture in Espoo, Otaniemi.
Keywords:
Aalto University, teekkari (technology student), teekkari culture

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/students/teekkari/teekkari-cities/espoo

Salaries 2025.
Widest salary spread seen among executives
The 2025 labour market survey by TEK reveals a wide salary spread even among roles of the same level. The gap between the highest and lowest earners is widest at the senior management level.
News article
Keywords:
architect, academic engineer, salary, salary advice, collective agreement, labour market survey (TMT), TEK's research

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/widest-salary-spread-seen-among-executives

Ihmisiä istumassa ja keskustelemassa yhdessä.
Join TEK
As a member you will have access to Finland's best specialists, services and benefits to support your career as an expert in technology.
Keywords:
membership

https://www.tek.fi/en/membership/join-tek

Kolme henkilöä kävelee rappusissa.
Membership fees
In 2026 TEK's membership fee for full members is €357 (€29.75 per month).
Keywords:
membership fee, membership fee discount, membership

https://www.tek.fi/en/membership/membership-fees

News and blogs
Keywords:
TEK

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs

Artur Brutyan juoksee.
While many skilled workers are leaving Finland, Artur Brutyan decided to stay
Fewer and fewer international experts in the field of technology want to stay in Finland. Artur Brutyan, an Armenian-born ICT professional, explains why he has enjoyed working in Finland for over 12 years and how Finland could become even more attractive to international talent.
News article
Keywords:
internationality, family and work life

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/while-many-skilled-workers-are-leaving-finland-artur-brutyan-decided-to-stay

Satu Myller ja Maisa Holm istuvat pöydän ääressä, takana värikäs maalaus.
A functioning CV is story-based and tailored
CV, i.e., a curriculum vitae, is much like your résumé. However, it is no longer just a list. TEK’s career coaches have seen how CVs have evolved. What’s trending now is story-based CVs. See our CV visualisation at the end of the article.
News article
Keywords:
CV, job search, job search and career

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/a-functioning-cv-is-story-based-and-tailored

TEKin vaalit, TEK's election 2026.
Vote electronically in TEK's General Council elections
For the first time, TEK’s General Council elections will be completely electronic. For each cast vote, we donate three euros to charity – that’s two good deeds per voter!
News article
Keywords:
TEK's election, general council

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/vote-electronically-in-teks-general-council-elections

Piirros mukista.
Lower threshold for dismissing employees on grounds relating to their person
Consideration of whether there are grounds for dismissal will continue to be based on an overall case-by-case assessment. No changes were made to the procedure for issuing warnings.
News article
Keywords:
notice of termination, legal data bank, work life, employment and law

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/lower-threshold-for-dismissing-employees-on-grounds-relating-to-their-person

Juhla-asuisia ihmisiä teekkarilakit päässään lipun ympärillä.
The new polyteekkari flag finally raised in Otaniemi
The 15-year wait of the Otaniemi teekkari community was rewarded in early November, when the community ceremonially introduced the new polyteekkari flag at the 153rd Teekkari Tradition Ball. The previous flag that had united the teekkaris of Otaniemi was the flag of the Student Union of the Helsinki University of Technology, which served the community from 1909 to 2009 and was laid to its well-earned rest with the founding of the Aalto University Student Union. This is how the new flag came into being.
News article
Keywords:
history, teekkari culture

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/the-new-polyteekkari-flag-finally-raised-in-otaniemi

Yhteystiedot TEK Lounge LPR
Yhteystiedot
Ota yhteyttä henkilökuntaamme tai piipahda TEKin toimipisteissä Pasilassa, Turussa, Tampereella, Lappeenrannassa tai Oulussa!
Keywords:
TEK's regional offices, TEK

https://www.tek.fi/en/tietoa-tekista/yhteystiedot

Jari Jokinen katsoo kameraan.
TEK's Jari Jokinen appointed as Akava's first vice-chairman
Akava's Board has been organised and vice-chairs have been elected.
News article
Keywords:
Akava, TEK

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/teks-jari-jokinen-appointed-as-akavas-first-vice-chairman

Palkkanosturi, läppäri, nainen, toimisto
Salary Surveyor
Find out the right salary level for you with the Salary Surveyor.
Keywords:
salary, Salary Surveyor, labour market survey (TMT)

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/salary/salary-surveyor

Nainen, kuulokkeet, tietokone
Eduhouse: AI skills for knowledge workers
Event
Keywords:
artificial intelligence, work life, training

https://www.tek.fi/en/events/eduhouse-ai-skills-for-knowledge-workers

4 näkökulmaa
Hidden Job Market and Networking Skills: Myths, Skills, and Opportunities
Event
Keywords:
event, job search

https://www.tek.fi/en/events/hidden-job-market-and-networking-skills-myths-skills-and-opportunities

Salli Joutsenoja
Salli Joutsenoja
Public Affairs Specialist
| +358 9 2291 2259

https://www.tek.fi/en/about-tek/contact-information/salli-joutsenoja

Luova teknologia
Contact information
Contact TEK's office, regional advisors or student liaisons if you have any questions.
Keywords:
TEK's regional offices, TEK

https://www.tek.fi/en/about-tek/contact-information

Henkilökuvassa Aalto-yliopiston dekaani Jouko Lampinen.
Diversity creates better technology
If you want to change the world, you should get involved in developing technology. “It is the most effective way of doing things,” says Jouko Lampinen, dean of Aalto University. For this reason, it is essential who designs and implements technology. Hannu Kauppinen from QMill and Johanna Forsman from Murata also speak in favour of diversity.
News article
Keywords:
student, gender equality, tech, equality

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/diversity-creates-better-technology

Kaksi henkilöä analysoimassa tutkimustuloksia
Research
We know because we ask. The goal of TEK's research is to provide high-quality insights about the work life in the field of technology.
Keywords:
TEK's research, research, labour market survey (TMT)

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/research

Opiskelijoita istumassa ulkona portaikossa, kesän vihreitä lehtiä etualalla.
Summer job opportunities have been declining for years – TEK appeals to employers: “Let’s work together and make next summer better than the last”
The number of students in the field of technology who were left without a summer job last year was twice that of the summer of 2023. TEK is urging employers in the technology industry to have the courage to employ young people. TEK also offers them an opportunity to advertise their summer jobs in the TEKrekry LinkedIn group, which is moderated by TEK, free of charge. “Let’s work together and make next summer better than the last,” encourages TEK’s Labour Market Director Teemu Hankamäki.
News article
Keywords:
summer job, student, student research, TEK, influencing, TEK's research

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/summer-job-opportunities-have-been-declining-for-years-tek-appeals-to-employers-lets-work-together-and-make-next-summer-better-than-the-last

Bryn Sloan.
Bryn Sloan
Student liaison, Helsinki
| +358 43 2013609

https://www.tek.fi/en/about-tek/contact-information/bryn-sloan

Sara Parkkinen
Sara Parkkinen
Student liaison, Oulu
| +358 432013611

https://www.tek.fi/en/about-tek/contact-information/sara-parkkinen

Eemil Hukkanen.
Eemil Hukkanen
Student liaison, Jyväskylä
| +358 440822775

https://www.tek.fi/en/about-tek/contact-information/eemil-hukkanen

Simon Hajjar.
Simon Hajjar
Student liaison, Lappeenranta
| +358 44 2188495

https://www.tek.fi/en/about-tek/contact-information/simon-hajjar

TEK-kynä.
Information for electoral officers
Are you acting as an electoral officer for your electoral alliance? On this page, you will find details about the election process and schedule.
Keywords:
decision-making, TEK, elections, general council

https://www.tek.fi/en/about-tek/decision-making/teks-election/information-for-electoral-officers

TEK-pinssi.
Information for candidates
Welcome to your candidate era! On this page you will find everything you need to know about the election spring.
Keywords:
decision-making, TEK, elections, general council

https://www.tek.fi/en/about-tek/decision-making/teks-election/information-for-candidates

Kaksi henkilöä kättelee.
TEK: Median salary of recent Masters in technology graduates hits EUR 4,000 for the first time – and purchasing power is growing rapidly
According to a labour market survey conducted by Academic Engineers and Architects in Finland TEK, the median salary of current employees who graduated with a Master of Science in Technology in 2025 was EUR 4,000, while the average salary was EUR 4,193.
News article
Keywords:
salary, TEK's research, work life, labour market survey (TMT), recent graduate

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/tek-median-salary-of-recent-masters-in-technology-graduates-hits-eur-4000-for-the-first-time-and-purchasing-power-is-growing-rapidly

Opiskelijoita istumassa ulkona.
Students
Welcome to the Academic Engineers and Architects in Finland TEK as a student member! You’ll get advice on finding (summer) jobs, professional magazines, salary information, member benefits, discounts, and of course the popular TEK belt and TEK magazine. If you’re not a member yet, join now – student membership is free!
Keywords:
membership, student, salary, job search, job search and career, employment and law, graduation, recent graduate

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/students

Veera Fristadius.
Veera Fristadius
Student liaison, Otaniemi
| +358 43 2013608

https://www.tek.fi/en/about-tek/contact-information/veera-fristadius

TEK-pinssi.
Ask us about becoming a candidate in TEK's council elections!
At TEK, the members are represented by the General Council, comprising 70 members chosen by election every three years. The next elections will take place in March 2026, and the nomination process is on until 9th February. Here are some answers to commonly asked questions – read them and join the process!
News article
Keywords:
decision-making, TEK's election

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/ask-us-about-becoming-a-candidate-in-teks-council-elections

Kädet pöydällä.
Change negotiations (muutosneuvottelut)
What is it and what to do when facing change negotiations?
Keywords:
shop steward, cooperation negotiations

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/work-life-in-finland/change-negotiations-muutosneuvottelut

Choosing the company form
Do you know the difference between a proprietorship and a limited company?
Keywords:
entrepreneur

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/entrepreneur/setting-up-your-own-business/choosing-the-company-form

Insurance policies for entrepreneurs
There are mandatory and voluntary insurance policies for entrepreneurs.
Keywords:
entrepreneur

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/entrepreneur/setting-up-your-own-business/insurance-policies-for-entrepreneurs

Agreements for entrepreneurs
Avoid misinterpretations and agree on things clearly in advance. Find out more about the shareholders’ agreement and the commission agreement.
Keywords:
entrepreneur

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/entrepreneur/setting-up-your-own-business/agreements-for-entrepreneurs

Henkilöt pöydän ääressä tietokoneella
Part-time and light entrepreneurship
There are many ways to become an entrepreneur. What would suit you best?
Keywords:
entrepreneur

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/entrepreneur/part-time-and-light-entrepreneurship

Kolme henkilöä palaverissa
Setting up your own business
How does one set up a business? What should be taken into account?
Keywords:
entrepreneur

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/entrepreneur/setting-up-your-own-business

Funding your business
Choose suitable funding for your company.
Keywords:
entrepreneur

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/entrepreneur/setting-up-your-own-business/funding-your-business

Business idea and business plan
Everything starts with clarifying your business idea.
Keywords:
entrepreneur

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/entrepreneur/setting-up-your-own-business/business-idea-and-business-plan

Pricing your work
Remember that you also spend time doing other things besides the work you invoice.
Keywords:
entrepreneur

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/entrepreneur/setting-up-your-own-business/pricing-your-work

Opiskelijoita ulkona.
Student, here are your representatives at TEK in 2026
Student representatives or “hallopeds” have been selected for 2026. They ensure that students’ voices are heard in TEK’s decision-making. See which bodies students are part of and who represents you this year!
News article
Keywords:
student, decision-making, TEK

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/student-here-are-your-representatives-at-tek-in-2026

Ruutupaitainen mies istuu läppärin kanssa toimiston ikkunalaudalla.
TEK members! How is your wellbeing at work?
Nearly 40% of highly educated wage earners say that their risk of burnout is at least somewhat high.
News article
Keywords:
wellbeing, research

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/tek-members-how-is-your-wellbeing-at-work

Kaksi henkilöä ideoi ja suunnittelee tietokoneen äärellä.
Employers! Invest in proactive planning
Plans are used for many purposes, including the prevention of burnout, which has high costs for both the individual and the company.
News article
Keywords:
wellbeing, work life

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/employers-invest-in-proactive-planning

Harmaantunut mies pitää työstään tauon silittääkseen kissaa.
Less rush and multitasking and smaller workloads
Even with the plans, surveys and policies in place, it is important that all employees have the tools to manage their stress levels. We present some ways to reduce stress below.
News article
Keywords:
wellbeing, work life

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/less-rush-and-multitasking-and-smaller-workloads

Henkilö työskentelee läppärin kanssa sohvalla.
Data protection
Confidentiality and protecting our members' information are important to us. Here you can find our privacy policy, instructions for making a data request and our GDPR compliant privacy statements.
Keywords:
membership, TEK, data protection and security

https://www.tek.fi/en/about-tek/data-protection

Privacy statement for the marketing register
Privacy statement for the marketing register defines how the data related to TEK's marketing is handled.
Keywords:
membership, TEK, data protection and security

https://www.tek.fi/en/about-tek/data-protection/privacy-statement-for-the-marketing-register

Lapsi vilkuttaa äitinsä sylistä
Financial security through life insurance from Kaleva
TEK members who have utilised Kaleva's life insurance benefit have saved an average of EUR 719 per year.
Keywords:
member services and benefits

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/membership-benefits/financial-security-through-life-insurance-from-kaleva

Opiskelijoita, Aalto-yliopisto, opiskelijaedustajat
How to become a student representative?
Do you want more power, networks and expertise? Are you eager to influence the policies of a nationally significant and influential organisation? As a student representative, you will get to experience all this.
Keywords:
student, decision-making, TEK, influencing

https://www.tek.fi/en/about-tek/decision-making/how-to-become-a-student-representative

Privacy Statement for TEK Graduate Survey
Graduate survey's privacy statement defines how the data related to TEK's Graduate Survey is handled.
Keywords:
TEK, data protection and security, research, recent graduate

https://www.tek.fi/en/about-tek/data-protection/privacy-statement-for-tek-graduate-survey

Uranuurtajat, ITU.
ITU: Forerunners
Are you and your team the real forerunners of team spirit?
Keywords:
ITU technology awards, award

https://www.tek.fi/en/about-tek/prizes-and-competitions/itu-awards/itu-forerunners

Kivijalka, ITU.
ITU: Cornerstone
Looking for distinguished researchers in technology and natural sciences!
Keywords:
ITU technology awards, award

https://www.tek.fi/en/about-tek/prizes-and-competitions/itu-awards/itu-cornerstone

Läpimurto, ITU.
ITU: Breakthrough
The field of technology is evolving and keeping up with the times – is it thanks to you?
Keywords:
ITU technology awards, award

https://www.tek.fi/en/about-tek/prizes-and-competitions/itu-awards/itu-breakthrough

ITU.
ITU Awards
Innovation – Technology – Upheaval = ITU. The 2026 winners will be announced in May.
Keywords:
award, TEK, ITU technology awards

https://www.tek.fi/en/about-tek/prizes-and-competitions/itu-awards

Mikko Särelä.
Artificial Intelligence continues its rapid development
The next great leap step in the development of AI will be specialised models and a structure that can apply these extensively.
Blog post
Keywords:
tech, artificial intelligence

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/artificial-intelligence-continues-its-rapid-development

Vaalit 2026.
What would make TEK better?
We asked the chairpersons of the current council groups what they have achieved during the ongoing council term, how their group stands out from others, and how TEK should be improved in the future.
News article
Keywords:
decision-making, TEK, TEK's election

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/what-would-make-tek-better

Nuoret esittelevät tutkimuksiaan.
Kipinä competition 2026
Kipinä is a competition for young people, where they can show off their skills in science and technology!
Keywords:
children and youth, award, research

https://www.tek.fi/en/about-tek/prizes-and-competitions/kipina-competition-2026

Henkilö selaa opasta
Unemployment insurance
Membership in an unemployment fund is a safety net in case of unemployment.
Keywords:
unemployment, unemployment fund, unemployment insurance

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/unemployment-insurance

Jussi-Pekka Teini
Jussi-Pekka Teini
Engineering Sustainability
| +358407059755
Jussi-Pekka työskentelee TEKissä kestävän teknologiayhteiskunnan vaikuttamistyössä.

https://www.tek.fi/en/about-tek/contact-information/jussi-pekka-teini

Kolme henkilöä kävelee ja pyöräilee rakennusten edessä.
Graduation
Are you about to graduate or have you already completed your degree? Congratulations! As a recent graduate, you get full TEK membership at a discounted price for the first year.
Keywords:
membership fee, membership fee discount, membership, salary, job search, job search and career, employment and law, graduation, recent graduate

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/students/graduation

Nainen lukee Tekniikka & Talous -lehteä sohvalla.
Alma Media's magazines for TEK members
Your membership includes up to two Alma Media magazines. You can subscribe to digital magazines or bundle subscriptions, which allow you to read the same magazine digitally in addition to the paper version.
Keywords:
membership magazines, member services and benefits

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/membership-benefits/alma-medias-magazines-for-tek-members