Trainee for Anniversary Planning and Communications, JSBE
We are looking for a trainee to support the implementation of our anniversary year through a variety of tasks. We offer an opportunity to be part of a meaningful and engaging project that combines event organization, website work, and communications.
The traineeship starts on August 1, 2026, and lasts 3–5 months.
As a trainee, you will work as part of a team and take part in the practical arrangements of anniversary-related events as well as in communications and intranet renewal tasks.
Your work may include, for example:
- practical arrangements related to the planning and execution of events
- coordination of events and participant communications
- content creation and update tasks related to the intranet renewal
- hands-on communications tasks (e.g. social media, newsletters, production of materials)
We expect you to have:
- relevant studies (e.g. communications, marketing, or a related field)
- a proactive approach and good organizational skills
- strong written and verbal communication skills Finnish and English
- interest in event organization and communications
- basic skills in digital tools and website content management
- ability to utilize AI in designing communication
Benefits
- a diverse and responsible traineeship period
- an opportunity to gain experience in events and communications
- guidance and support from a skilled and experienced team
- a front-row view of the planning and implementation of the anniversary year
The position is paid according to the JYU’s trainee salary. The trainee salary ranges from €1,463 to €1,720 per month, depending on the stage of studies.
How to apply?
The following documents must be attached to the application in PDF format:
- Your curriculum vitae (CV).
- A short and informal motivation/cover letter (max. 2 pages).
We look forward to receiving your application in our recruitment system by 24 May 2026.
For further information, please contact Kirsi Murtosaari, kirsi.murtosaari@jyu.fi.
Jyväskylä University School of Business and Economics
Jyväskylä University School of Business and Economics (JSBE) conducts high-quality research and offers quality degree education and executive education in business and economics. JSBE mission supports Competitive, Digital, and Sustainable Transformation in Business and Economy. We offer our expertise widely to business, economy and society and contribute our knowledge to promote university-based entrepreneurship and innovation activities.
JSBE is accredited by AACSB and BGA. JSBE’s Avance Executive Education has AMBA accreditation. JSBE’s research is ranked among top 401-500 in Shanghai’s Academic Ranking of World Universities and 250-300 in Times Higher Education ranking.
JSBE is an active, international, and cooperative faculty in the dynamic and international University of Jyväskylä. The number of JSBE faculty is around 120, including about 25 professors. 1.500 students study at JSBE. Each year, around 200 students graduate as Masters of Science, and about 10 doctoral dissertations are publicly defended at JSBE.
The University of Jyväskylä is a human-centred environment of 2,500 experts and 14,500 students. Our goal is to create wisdom and wellbeing for us all. It is essential that each member of the community thrives and has opportunities to develop and grow. We cherish openness of thinking as well as the balance between research and education. Our naturally beautiful campus is located at the heart of the city of Jyväskylä. JYU is the third largest employer in Central Finland.
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