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Ranked the world's happiest country for several years running, Finland offers economic and social stability, good work-life balance, and close proximity to nature – even in cities.

Flat hierarchies, open lines of communication, and strong work-life balance are just a few things that make Finland an attractive place to work.

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Work in Finland Unit at the WebSummit Rio

Join Work in Finland team to WebSummit Rio

One of the largest tech conferences gathers more than 15.000 tech professionals globally and offers a great opportunity to network and meet the top companies and players in the field.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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In 2022 Finland ranked for the happiest country in the world for the fifth time in a row and it offers unique career and business opportunities in tech as well as excellent work-life balance. Come visit our booth and get familiar with the opportunities Finland has to offer.

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You can also read what Talita Tobias Carneiro, who is&nbsp;originally from Brazil, thinks about living and working in Finland : <a href="https://www.goodnewsfinland.com/en/articles/my-career-from-start-to-finnish/2023/talita-tobias-carneiro/" target="_parent">https://www.goodnewsfinland.com/en/articles/my-career-from-start-to-finnish/2023/talita-tobias-carneiro/</a>

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For more information about Finland: &nbsp; 
<a href="https://www.workinfinland.com/en/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">https://www.workinfinland.com/en/</a>&nbsp; 
<a href="https://www.businessfinland.com/establish-your-business/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">https://www.businessfinland.com/establish-your-business/</a>&nbsp;

Learn more about the WebSummit: <a href="https://rio.websummit.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">https://rio.websummit.com/</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Work in Finland - Advance your career in one of the world&rsquo;s most innovative countries. Finland&rsquo;s vibrant startup-scene and growing tech-sector offer exciting opportunities for English-speaking professionals from around the world. www.workinfinland.com&nbsp;

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For further information:&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Work in Finland at WebSummit Rio, Brazil

Come and join Work in Finland team at the WebSummit Rio on the 1-4th of May 2023.

Work in Finland at WebSummit Rio, Brazil  1-4st of May

WebSummit Rio, Brazil

Join Work in Finland team in Developer Summit in Bangalore

Three days of GIDS Expo is where thousands of the most talented professionals in tech meet with the companies. GIDS is Asia&#39;s biggest gathering of Software Developers, Architects, Tech Leads, DevOps &amp; InfraOps professionals, offering great opportunity to network with the top players in the industry.

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In 2022 Finland ranked for the happiest country in the world for the fifth time in a row and it offers unique career and business opportunities in tech as well as excellent work-life balance. Come visit our booth and get familiar with the opportunities Finland has to offer.&nbsp;

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Helsinki Region - The Startup Capital - Networking event

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If you are interested in entrepreneurship or you are a startup founder in India, join us for the networking event on the 26th of April at Taj West End, Tamarind Hall in Bengaluru. Here you learn about the opportunities what the capital of the happiest country in the world has to offer for Indian startups. More details can be found&nbsp;<a href="${link:{uuid:{682aabf8-655c-47ea-b0c8-c9a642873d37},repository:{dam},path:{/wif/Events/INVITATION_Helsinki_Startupcapital.pdf}}}">here.</a>

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For more information about Finland:&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.workinfinland.com/en/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">https://www.workinfinland.com/en/</a> 
<a href="https://www.businessfinland.com/establish-your-business/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">https://www.businessfinland.com/establish-your-business/</a>

Or visit the event page :&nbsp;<a href="https://developersummit.com/" target="_blank">https://developersummit.com</a>

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Work in Finland - Advance your career in one of the world&rsquo;s most innovative countries. Finland&rsquo;s vibrant startup-scene and growing tech-sector offer exciting opportunities for English-speaking professionals from around the world. www.workinfinland.com&nbsp;

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GIDS Developer Summit in Bangalore, India

Come and meet Work in Finland team and leading Finnish companies at the GIDS Developer Summit, in Bangalore, India on the 25-28th of April 2023

GIDS Developer Summit to Bangalore, India

GIDS Summit India

Online event for companies and international talents

Welcome to an online matchmaking event organized by EK and Business Finland Work in Finland-unit. If you are an international talent, who is already in Finland and looking for an employment opportunity, this event is for you!

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Special focus in this event is on sustainability and the technical solutions that can help achieve green growth. Come and meet companies who are looking for the future talents to join their team and grow your network.

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Agenda:&nbsp;

12:00 Key note: Green growth, Ulla Heinonen&nbsp; 
(Director, Green Growth, Confederation of Finnish Industries (EK))

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12.10&nbsp;&nbsp;Workinfinland.com / Jenni Falck (Marketing Project Manager, Work in Finland) 
Work in Finland Services:&nbsp;How they help talents to find the job?

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12:35 Talent story&nbsp; /&nbsp;Kelly Keodara 
Experiences on building a career in Finland

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12:45 Closing words

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13-15.00 Matchmakig 2 h speed dating&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Online Matchmaking event 28th of March 2023

This event is all about bringing talents & companies together!  Come and join the event and find your match!

Online Matchmaking event organized by EK and Business Finland's Work in Finland unit

Matchmaking event

Event for international students who are coming to Finland

If you have received an offer from the Finnish Higher Education Institute regarding the Autumn 2023 start, don&#39;t miss this webinar!&nbsp;

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In this interactive virtual event, you will hear from international alumni and representatives of Finnish universities about the practicalities of studying and living in Finland. You will also receive valuable information about working in Finland. Additionally, you will hear about the student residence permit process.&nbsp;

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This is a fantastic opportunity to ask your questions about life or studying in Finland and to start building your network in Finland. Take your chance to find out what Finland has to offer for you. The event is entirely free of charge.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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AGENDA

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13:00-13:15 Inspiration speech Roham Malekzadehbagheri, Media Producer/writer/host - Business Administration Student&nbsp;

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13:15-13:45 Alumni/student speaker(s)&nbsp;

 
13:45 -14:00 Study in Finland/Universities for practical information&nbsp;

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14:00-14:15 Finding employment &amp; working in Finland / Business Finland &ndash; Katri Raevuori, Business Finland&nbsp;

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14:15-14:30 Residence permit process information / Finnish Immigration Service Migri&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Start building your future in Finland

You are warmly invited to our Study and Work – Start Building your Future in Finland event on the 19th of April 2023, 13:00 pm (Helsinki time). 

Engagement webinar for international students who are ready to start building their future in Finland.

Study & Work engagement webinar

Work in Finland booth in WebSummit Rio will be attractive meeting point for international talents and startup entrepreneurs, who are interested to discover the business and career possibilities what Finland has to offer.

Finland has the world’s most employee-friendly work hours.

Curious about work-life balance in Finland? Learn all about the country's strong support for families and employee-friendly work hours.

Explore what kinds of employment benefits you can expect.

Jobs in Finland typically offer excellent benefits. Find out more about the country's work laws, job salaries, and employee benefits.

Find out what’s behind Finland’s happiness and stability. 

Finland is a safe, stable Nordic country. Learn about Finnish values and find out why Finns are considered the world’s happiest people. 

Learn why Finland is a great fit for all kinds of families.

Finland is #1 in skills development at work in Europe.

Wondering what it's like to work in Finland? Explore the country's working culture and learn about Finnish cultural norms.

Finland is among the top 10 most innovative counties.

Finland has a reputation as an innovation powerhouse. Explore the country's start-up scene and learn which jobs are in-demand.

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