Internship at the International Office at TAMK, Finland
The International Office of our strategic partner institution, Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK), is offering an internship position for the upcoming summer semester of 2027 (01.03.2027 - 31.08.2027).
This opportunity offers an exciting chance to combine hands-on experience with an international perspective: At the International Office of our Finnish partner university, you will be able to gain valuable work experience in a dynamic, international setting.
This opportunity stems from the long-standing strategic partnership between TAMK and THWS—two universities that are also closely linked through the European university alliance UNINOVIS.
General Conditions
- Working hours: 36 hours and 15 minutes per week
- Duration: Summer semester 2027, 5-6 months (01.03.2027 - 31.08.2027)
(The exact duration and time frame will be determined by mutual agreement.) - Compensation: The internship is unpaid; funding in the form of an Erasmus+-internship grant is possible.
- Credit Points (ECTS): In general, the internship can be recognized as a required internship as part of your degree program. Please clarify this in advance with the internship coordinator internship coordinator for your degree program.
The internship is supervised by the coordinators in the International Office as well as by the immediate supervisors: Kirsi Jokipakka, Head of the “Support Services for Learning and Wellbeing” department and the International Office.
Tasks
A wide range of interesting tasks awaits you at the TAMK International Office:
- Managing incoming student mobility programs
- Providing administrative and communication support
- Supporting the organization of “TAMK Welcome Week”
- Assisting with the hosting of international guests
- Participating in activities of the European university alliance UNINOVIS
- Creating content for social media (texts, videos, etc.)
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Requirements
We are looking for motivated and independent students with the following profile:
- Strong digital know-how and skills
- Fluency in spoken and written English
- An independent, systematic, and responsible work ethic
- Strong communication skills and a customer-oriented approach
More Insights
In our internships abroad blog and on our international Instagram channel, Bilqis (THWS) and Nyan (TAMK) share their experiences during their internship exchange between the International Offices in the summer semester 2026.
Interested? Apply now!
Please use the form below to submit your application. After reviewing the applications, the most suitable candidates will be invited to interviews in October 2026.
Application period: September 7 – October 4, 2026
Required documents: Cover letter (free form), resume, transcript of records
Language: Since both the interviews and the working language will be in English, we ask that you submit your application materials in English as well.
Contact
If you have any questions about the internship and/or your application, please contact:
Manuel Glattbach
Head of Team International University Cooperations
strategic-cooperations[at]thws.de
About Tampere and the TAMK
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Nestled between two enormous lakes, Tampere—known as the “Sauna Capital of the World”—offers a first-class nature experience right on campus. Here, the cityscape shifts from magical, bright summer nights by the water to cozy cafés and sparkling winter wonderlands, where, with a little luck, the northern lights may even light up the sky.
Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK)
TAMK is the second-largest university of applied sciences in Finland. Universities of applied sciences offer a practice- and career-oriented approach to higher education and research. Their teaching and research focus in particular on well-being and health, business and industrial production, and learning and creativity. The university offers degree programs in nine academic departments and also has a wide range of English-language degree programs.
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