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Mies istumassa läppärin äärellä
Event

https://www.tek.fi/en/events/build-a-cv-that-supports-your-job-search-510-6112026

Lapsia, laboratorio, Heureka
Event

https://www.tek.fi/en/events/teks-science-day-for-families-at-heureka

Kaksi henkilöä analysoimassa tutkimustuloksia
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.

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

Henkilöitä katsomassa puhelimia.
ITE survey is conducted every two years. The aim is to bring the voices of the international technology experts living in Finland into the public debate around the future of Finland and the technology industry. In addition, the survey is used in the wider development of the advocacy work conducted by TEK and the Association of Professional Engineers in Finland (Insinööriliitto).

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/research/international-technology-expert-survey

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

Kaivosrobotti kaivoksessa.
Jani Vilenius and Riku Pulli design autonomous drill rigs and software for the world’s mines at Sandvik’s test facility in the Myllypuro district of Tampere. The company is especially proud of its mining robot “Amelia”.
News article

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/mining-robot-is-a-fast-learner

Piirroksessa henkilö näpyttelee tietokonetta, kannustimenaan porkkana.
Time management is ultimately about routines and self-discipline. Practising self-discipline builds resilience and leads to a better quality of life. Schedules are beneficial for students, too.
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https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/make-time-work-for-you

kirja, vesilasi
In Finland, over 50% of employees are members of a trade union. Via collective agreements, shop stewards and work life experts, unions help make sure you have fair working conditions.
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https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/how-are-your-working-rights-protected

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

Lähikuvassa merkin ompelua haalareihin.
Each badge therefore has its own story. Eventually a badge becomes one piece of a whole at the hands of a clumsily sewing, or lazily glueing, student.
News article

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/the-story-of-an-overall-badge

Blueforsin KIDE-laitteiston sisäpuoli.
Quantum technology in particular relies on Bluefors’s cooling technology.
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https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/coldest-place-in-the-universe

Jari Jokinen katsoo kameraan.
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.
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TEK

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

Solutions for the puzzles in TEK Magazine 2026.
News article

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/sudoku-and-divisium-3-solutions

Kädet pöydällä.
What is it and what to do when facing change negotiations?

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

Henkilö katselemassa ikkunasta ulos
Becoming unemployed is often an unexpected and stressful situation in life. You do not have to cope on your own – our experts are here to help.

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

Kaksi henkilöä keskustelee pöydän ääressä.
TEK’s lawyers help you with the legal matters of work life. We provide advice to all our members, whether they are employees, employers or entrepreneurs.

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

Henkilö kuulokkeet päässä.
From time to time even the most professional workers will experience self-doubt, stress and may even fear burnout. We wish to support our members in taking care of their wellbeing at work.
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https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/wellbeing

Vaasan yliopisto.
Find out more about Teekkari culture in Vaasa.

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

Laulut
Singing has been a part of Teekkari culture for over a hundred years.

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

Henkilöitä tutkimassa.
For the third time, TEK is joining in awarding the Product Development Path Makers Award. “Finland needs renewal and positive news,” says TEK’s Juhani Nokela.
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https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/call-for-nominations-product-development-path-makers-award

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!

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

Joukko opiskelijoita tervehtii iloisesti toisiaan.
At its best, student activism provides meaning, and having a purpose in clubs and associations builds hope. The fact that more and more students from different backgrounds feel welcome and accepted in the community, as TEK's Student Survey demonstrates, is hugely significant.
Blog post

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/column-student-culture-is-changing-for-the-better

Library
OAJ's strikes do not apply to TEK members
News article

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/conciliation-of-the-collective-agreement-dispute-for-universities-of-applied-sciences-continues

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

What is going on in the work life of technology professionals in Finland?

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

Kolme henkilöä keskittyy omaan tekemiseensä, kuten tietokoneella työskentelyyn.
The economic mood in Finland has been subdued for some time. Potential solutions floated in recent debates include extending working hours and stopping people from working from home. TEK’s labour market surveys from the last few years suggest that there could be better ways to tackle the issue of productivity.
Blog post

https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/column-will-longer-working-hours-and-a-ban-on-remote-work-be-the-saviours-of-finlands-economy-or-could-the-solution-lie-somewhere-else-entirely

Ihmisiä avoimessa toimistotilassa.
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https://www.tek.fi/en/events/women-in-tech-forum-2026

Salli Joutsenoja
Expert – Career and community
| +358 9 2291 2259

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

TEKin perhepäivä
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https://www.tek.fi/en/events/teks-science-day-for-families-lappeenranta-0

Kolme henkilöä kahvilassa
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

Nuoret esittelevät tutkimuksiaan.
Kipinä is a competition for young people, where they can show off their skills in science and technology!

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

Henkilö katsoo puhelinta.
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https://www.tek.fi/en/events/start-to-finnishr-a-training-on-finnish-working-life

Henkilöitä istuu TFiF-TEK Loungessa Turussa.
The regional office and regional representative offer your most important member services locally.

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

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

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https://www.tek.fi/en/events/national-dialogues-from-what-bricks-is-international-expert-retention-built

ITU, johtajuus, ihmisiä pöydän ympärillä
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https://www.tek.fi/en/events/leadership-without-borders-leading-distributed-teams-in-a-changing-world-0

Kuvituskuva työsopimuksesta ja kahdesta kynästä.
The new law includes halving the notice period for lay-offs and releasing small employers from the obligation to re-employ dismissed employees. The law took effect on 1 June, 2026.
News article

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

Kolme henkilöä keskustelemassa työasioista
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!

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

Tuunia Keränen katsoo kameraan.
People who regularly talk to their supervisor about their pay get salary increases more frequently than others, reveals TEK’s recent labour market survey. TEK’s Salary Researcher Tuunia Keränen shares her top tips for talking up your pay.
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https://www.tek.fi/en/news-blogs/talk-up-your-pay

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

Lawyer

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

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

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

Yhteystiedot TEK Lounge LPR
Ota yhteyttä henkilökuntaamme tai piipahda TEKin toimipisteissä Pasilassa, Turussa, Tampereella, Lappeenrannassa tai Oulussa!

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

Kaksi henkilöä keskustelee.
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https://www.tek.fi/en/events/tek-mentoring-programme-2026

mentoring
Mentoring is a great way to exchange ideas and get tips on career changes, strengthen your professional identity, and identify your strengths. The TEK mentoring programme is one of a kind: it focuses on people with a technical background.

https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/job-search-and-career/mentoring

Opiskelijoita istumassa ulkona portaikossa, kesän vihreitä lehtiä etualalla.
With free membership, students can benefit in many ways from TEK membership even when not working, while TEK also actively pushes for a better student life.
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https://www.tek.fi/en/en/tek-trade-unions-and-you/are-trade-unions-also-for-students

Ihmisiä istumassa ja keskustelemassa yhdessä.
As a member you will have access to Finland's best specialists, services and benefits to support your career as an expert in technology.
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https://www.tek.fi/en/membership/join-tek

Nainen lukee Tekniikka & Talous -lehteä sohvalla.
As a TEK member you are entitled to a number of discounts and benefits on, for example, banking and insurances.

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

Kumpula.
Unemployment is an unpleasant but normal part of working life, making unemployment insurance an important trade union benefit. Legal and career support are also available.

https://www.tek.fi/en/en/tek-trade-unions-and-you/how-am-i-covered-during-unemployment

Sara Parkkinen.
Student liaison, Oulu
| +358 432013611

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

Eurot, kädet
Event

https://www.tek.fi/en/events/salary-facts-research-based-information-and-negotiation-tips

eläke, TELA, mies, nainen, vanhuus
Event
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https://www.tek.fi/en/events/pensions-and-the-sustainability-of-the-pension-system

mies, nainen, tekoäly
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https://www.tek.fi/en/events/ai-in-sales-and-market-research

armeija, takki, kädet, tietokone, puolustusvoimat
Event

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

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

Teemu Hankamäki katsoo kameraan.
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

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

Henkilö katselee ikkunasta ulos puhelin kädessään.
Life also brings its share of unwanted emotions. You can learn to recognise your interpretations and influence them, which will in turn change your emotions.
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https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/wellbeing/exercise-modify-your-emotional-state

Henkilö katsoo puhelinta.
A gratitude journal is a practice that helps you consciously and systematically focus your attention on the good things.
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https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/wellbeing/exercise-gratitude-journal

Opiskelija täyttää kalenteriaan kuulokkeet päässään.
This exercise helps you find clarity and direction by identifying the things you have the power to influence.
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https://www.tek.fi/en/services-and-benefits/wellbeing/exercise-clarify-your-focus

Opiskelija täyttää kalenteriaan kuulokkeet päässään.
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

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