TRAINEE for the Helsinki Collegium for Advanced Studies (trainee programme)

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 Helsinki Collegium for Advanced Studies.

About the position  

The main duty of a trainee is to assist Collegium fellows in their research projects. Typical tasks include literature search and review, collecting and processing research materials, and helping to prepare manuscripts for publication through editing, proofreading, checking bibliographies, and compiling book indexes. Trainees also support the Collegium's administrative staff with organizing academic events, communications, and other related tasks.

The person we are looking for  

We are looking for University of Helsinki Master's students with an interest in assisting researchers working in the social sciences and humanities. We welcome applicants from both traditional qualitative research backgrounds and those with computational or digital humanities skills, such as network analysis and text analysis using NLP tools. Beyond research skills, we also value willingness to take on practical duties related to organizing events, and appreciate candidates who bring a positive attitude, team spirit, and strong organizational skills. Skills in communications, photo and video editing, or publication layout design are considered an asset. An excellent command of English is required; further language skills are a plus.   

Why work for us?  

We offer our trainees an international, multidisciplinary work environment and engaging assignments in social sciences and humanities research. Trainees receive active guidance and mentorship throughout their traineeship, ensuring they get the most out of their time at the Collegium. We highly value the skills and expertise trainees bring from their own disciplines and aim to match each trainee with projects that align with their interests. At the same time, the role offers opportunities to apply their knowledge across the full disciplinary range represented at the Collegium. Some collaborations continue beyond the trainee term. The traineeship may be particularly beneficial for those considering a career in academia.

This traineeship is a part of the international trainee program at the University of Helsinki. In addition to the support Collegium offers to the trainee, they will be invited into orientation sessions and other events within the trainee program.

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(at)helsinki.fi (please indicate which position you have applied in the email subject line).

Further information about the position can be obtained from Deputy Director Svetlana Vetchinnikova svetlana.vetchinnikova(at)helsinki.fi. 

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.

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