Brand and Marketing Trainee

 

The University of Helsinki International trainee programme is open to all international students enrolled in a University of Helsinki master’s programme.

 

We are looking for a Brand and Marketing Trainee with a focus on content production and social media

In this role, you will work primarily with student recruitment and marketing. Your responsibilities are twofold: coordinating our English-language TikTok presence and producing content for our social media channels, and writing and editing content for our degree programme web pages at helsinki.fi. You may also work with programme descriptions on Studyinfo. 

We are looking for someone who is comfortable working across both video and written content. You should have solid writing skills in English, be familiar with TikTok and other social media channels, and have experience in video editing. Experience in web content editing or copywriting is considered an advantage. 

Why work for us?

We offer you hands-on experience in international higher education marketing, a chance to build your content portfolio, and an insight into how a top university attracts students through digital content.

The duration of the traineeship is from 1 September to 31 December 2026 (four months) of part-time (55%) work, leaving time for studies as well. The salary of a trainee is €825 per month for a part-time (55%) trainee. 

 

Read more what the traineeship programme offers for your support on the programme website.

Ready to apply?

 

The application period is from 8 April to 29 April 2026. You are eligible to apply if you are an international student enrolled in a University of Helsinki master’s programme. Read more on the programme and its eligibility criteria on the website of the traineeship programme

 

You will be asked to register into the system before you get to apply. Please use any other than your helsinki.fi account to register. You will receive a message from the recruitment system once your application has been registered. In need of assistance, please contact: recruitment@helsinki.fi. 

 

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Mats Engblom at mats.engblom@helsinki.fi or 0504154541.

 

A diverse and equitable study and work culture is important to us. That is why we do our best to promote an inclusive university community. We encourage all qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our positions.

 
Click this link to read about accessibility and inclusivity at our University.
 

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The University of Helsinki provides a comprehensive range of services supporting research, teaching, and learning, including HR Services, Teaching and Learning Services, Financial Services, Research Services, Communication and Community Relations and Administrative Services. University Services employ approximately 1,100 professionals working in on-site services at the campuses and university-level services supporting local services.

 

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Open position

Due Date:  29.4.2026

(23.59 Europe/Helsinki time)

Unit:  University Services
Sub-unit:  Communications and Community Relations
ID:  4876

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