Prepare Yourself Before You Apply for Jobs in Finland

A must-read guide for every international student 🇫🇮

By SAWFinland | Updated: October 2025

Looking for work in Finland as an international student? Before you apply, take time to prepare properly.

🚫 Have you applied for many jobs but still received no replies?
Maybe it’s time to check if you’re doing it the right way 👇

🪪 Make sure you have all required certificates – Hygieniapassi & Työturvallisuuskortti.
🕓 Apply only for recent job posts – even a week-old ad might already be filled.
🔍 Focus on fresh 24-hour listings – timing matters in Finland’s busy job market. The job ad with personal email and phone responds quickly than form filling type jobs.
💪 Stay active, follow up, and show readiness – employers notice proactive candidates!
Here’s your full checklist and the most useful tools to get started.

✅ 1. Must-have cards, certificates & essentials

Hygieniapassi (Hygiene Passport) — mandatory for kitchen and food jobs. hygieniapassi.fi€55 only. Make it right now if you don't have.
Työturvallisuuskortti (Occupational Safety Card) €75 only — required for logistics, construction, warehouses, and even cleaning work in these premises.
Driving license & car — a big advantage for delivery and mobile jobs.
Smartphone & email — always keep them active for fast responses.

📱 2. Job apps & platforms you should download

Treamer — short-term jobs, events, cleaning. Work permit only.
Eezy — staffing and flexible shifts.
Barona — logistics, cleaning, customer service.
Bolt.Works — construction and gig jobs.
Fiuge — courier and delivery jobs.
Työmarkkinatori — official government job listings. te-palvelut.fi

🧾 3. Make your CV & cover message ready

Keep your CV short and clean (1–2 pages max). Prepare a short cover letter in Finnish.
Include certificates like Hygieniapassi and Työturvallisuuskortti.
Prepare a short Finnish message. Example:
“Hei, olen Krishna. Etsin siivoojan töitä. Olen ahkera ja valmis aloittamaan heti.”

📌 4. Apply smartly — timing matters

Apply only for recent job posts (within 24h–3 days- 1week).
Follow up — if there’s a number, call 24h after applying. Also email - Email and Number type job adverts responds promptly.
Be polite and positive in every message.
Write short email in Finnish.
Don't loose hope, apply everyday before you land one.

🔎 5. Best places to find work

TE-palvelut / Työmarkkinatori
Barona.fi
Laura.fi
Local Facebook groups for “Jobs in Finland”
LinkedIn job search & company pages
Click here to see 12 most popular trusted web portals to apply for jobs in Finland.

🛑 6. 5 common mistakes to avoid

Sending the same CV everywhere — customize each one as per job requirement. Click here for sample CV type.
Ignoring required documents (cards, permits). Go through the job contents thoroughly.
Applying too late — older posts usually filled. Always apply for the recent job. Click here for recent job psotings.
Not following up — show interest!
Skipping Finnish basics — even small effort counts. Learn Basic Finnish for free- Click here.

💬 7. Example short email in Finnish

Hei,
Olen Krishna. Etsin siivoojan töitä. Olen ahkera ja valmis aloittamaan heti.
Liitän CV:n.
Ystävällisin terveisin,
Krishna
+358 4X XXX XXXX
Click here for more sample.

🌟 8. Extra tips to stand out

Show availability to start immediately.
Mention any local or volunteer experience.
Keep your LinkedIn and social profiles updated. Check LinkedIn jobs and follow the company.
Check Facebook /Tiktok . Follow the company on TikTok and engage.

SAWFinland helps international students and jobseekers in Finland connect with real opportunities.
Visit www.sawfinland.com for free guidance, course links, and daily job updates.

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