TRAINEE for the Faculty of Theology

The University of Helsinki Trainee Programme for International Master Students is open to all international students enrolled in a University of Helsinki master’s programme.

 

We are now looking for two TRAINEES for the Faculty of Theology.

 

The trainees’ tasks include:  

  • Assisting the Faculty's researchers in studying medieval literary knowhow within CODICUM project (ERC Synergy Grant). The tasks may include, e.g., the (protein and DNA) sampling and analysis of medieval parchment fragments at the National Library, contributing to the development of digital research tools, conducting literature reviews, and assisting with the organisation and referencing of research materials. 

  • Depending on the selected applicant’s background and motivation, tasks with data collection and analysis can also been included. 

 

We expect good oral and written communication skills, ability to take initiative, as well as organizational skills. We appreciate the willingness and enthusiasm to participate in various work tasks. Knowledge of humanities and natural science research methods is considered an advantage. 

  

The Faculty of Theology offers an encouraging work environment and interesting tasks, to which the intern is carefully introduced. 

 

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.

 

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

 

Please submit your application through the University’s recruitment system by clicking on the Apply link. Please note that each trainee position has a separate Apply link. 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 (please indicate which position you have applied in the email subject line).

 


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Open position

Due Date:  29.4.2026

(23.59 Europe/Helsinki time)

Unit:  Faculty of Theology
Sub-unit:  Faculty of Theology
ID:  4814

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