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

Owain Hopeaketo.
Owain's corner: What is the strangest thing about Finland?
The collective spirit goes hand in hand with a trust of those around you. It’s on this trust that for example Finnish working life is built; mutual trust allows for a low hierarchy and an understanding of the benefits of a good work life balance, writes TEK's Owain Hopeaketo.
Blog post
Keywords:
internationality, TEK

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/owains-corner-what-is-the-strangest-thing-about-finland

Jari Jokinen katsoo kameraan.
A partner in fair weather and foul
The feedback on our services has been excellent (NPS 76) — the kind of result that any service provider can be proud of. Among all members, nearly one in five used our services, which is also a strong figure.
Blog post
Keywords:
TEK

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/a-partner-in-fair-weather-and-foul

Opiskelijoita ulkona.
TEK, trade unions and you
What do trade unions do in Finland and how do they support you? On these pages, you can find the answers to that and a range of questions about work life in Finland. Want to know something not written here – send us your question!
Keywords:
membership, TEK

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

Henkilöitä istuu TFiF-TEK Loungessa Turussa.
TEK Regional offices
The regional office and regional representative offer your most important member services locally.
Keywords:
TEK's regional offices, TEK

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

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

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

Teemu Hankamäki katsoo kameraan.
Unemployment continues to rise – TEK membership offers protection
Unemployment among recent graduates with a Master’s degree in engineering or technology has risen by 28 per cent and among architects by 58 per cent over the past year. However, unemployment among TEK members is lower than among those who are not members of the union.
News article
Keywords:
member services and benefits, membership, TEK, unemployment, unemployment fund, unemployment statistics

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/unemployment-continues-to-rise-tek-membership-offers-protection

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

ITU-palkintojensaajat 2026.
ITU Awards
Innovation – Technology – Upheaval = ITU.
Keywords:
award, TEK, ITU technology awards

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

Kolme ihmistä piknikillä, mukana TEKin sateenkaaren värinen lippu.
What does a trade union do to promote equality?
We asked experts at the Academic Engineers and Architects in Finland TEK what the organisation does to advance equality in student and working life.
News article
Keywords:
equality, TEK, LHBTIQ+

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/what-does-a-trade-union-do-to-promote-equality

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

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.
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

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

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

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

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