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YTN issues a strike notice 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-notice-in-the-collective-bargaining-dispute-at-universities-of-applied-sciences-also-affects-tek-members

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

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

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

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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

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

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%.

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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

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

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decision-making, TEK, TEK's election

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

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

Events

Keywords:

event

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

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

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

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

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AKY – Akavalaiset Yrittäjät, event, entrepreneur

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

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

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

Legal data bank

Here you will find legal information regarding work and employment relationships.

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member services and benefits, legal data bank, employment and law

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

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.

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membership, TEK

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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

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

Mikko Alasaarela: The Role of Humans in the Age of AI

Event

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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.

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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.

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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

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

TEK studies: Diversity, equality and inclusion

How are DEI themes displayed at technology workplaces?

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gender equality, TEK's research, research, equality

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

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

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

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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

Engineering Education Webinar 2026

Event

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event, TEK's research, recent graduate

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

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history, TEK's election, general council

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