Welcome to International Tampere!
This page combines all the necessary information for businesses and international talents.
WHAT’S ON
COVID-19: This information package is targeted for Companies and Entrepreneurs in Tampere area.
COVID-19: From this article international Talents can find links to helpful information published in English.
COVID-19: This Information package is targeted for Startups in Tampere area.
THIS IS TAMPERE
During over 200 years Tampere has developed from an industrial town into a modern centre of high technology and a gathering of theatre and study.
LIVING
Finland consistently ranks very high in the PISA international student assessment programme, thanks to its high-quality, free and universal education.
Finland is a safe and corruption free country up in the north. We take our democracy and freedoms very seriously. Here is a quick intro into Finnish governance.
Tampere offers plenty of activities all through the year - regardless of weather or season. Have a look what the city region has in store for you!
If you plan on working and staying in Tampere, Finland for an extended period of time, you have to officially sort out a few things.
There is a wide variety of housing options from both public and private markets. Check the list to see which one suits you the best.
The Migration Info Centre Mainio, is a multi-lingual information and guidance centre dedicated to help you get started in Tampere.
Tampere Ambassador Andruta Ilie writes about her experiences about Finland, Finns and how she has personally seen the Land of the Thousand Lakes
WORKING
Weeks of paid holidays annually. Sounds too good to be true? Finns take their work and free time very seriously.
The Tampere region is growing and developing, and so are the opportunities it holds. Here is an introduction to the current Finnish job market.
Do you have questions about how employers evaluate job applicants and on which they are focusing on when selecting candidates? This list may help you get started.
This information package is aimed at international jobseekers and students looking for a job or an internship. Click here to download the latest version of the Employability Guide (12/19).
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
The decision to start your own business is a huge one, but it is always a good idea to investigate all the possibilities.
The City of Tampere is promoting services and encouraging international background entrepreneurs in their business activity by organizing POP-UP INFO DESK.
STUDYING & RESEARCH
Whether you are looking to pursue professional goals or your academic vision, we have the right place for you. In Tampere almost every fifth person is a student.
The new Tampere University will have more centralised capabilities to assist and facilitate all sorts of students from all fields of study.
Find your path in a university community counted among the world’s best! International community includes employees from more than 80 countries.
Meet the Student Ambassadors - the links between the university and the community.
Mentoring offers an easy way to develop intercultural competencies and expertise in the global workmarkets. Click here for more info.
Have you followed your beloved one to Finland? The Hidden Gems programme is offered to all partners of international employees at the Tampere University. The programme aims at facilitating the employment and full integration of the spouses into the Finnish society.
