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Ability is
nothing without
opportunity
N
owadays the nature of work has chan-
ged. Getting a job seems to be harder
than ever and employers are looking
corporate cooperation for motivated people who fit to their
Katariina Karttunen teams and organization culture. You need to be in-
Miro Markovaara teresting in so many different areas in life and have
Aatos Paloheimo a comprehensive set of skills. Still, even the most
Kalle Pirinen impressive resume is not always enough to catch
the dream job.
Getting a job sure requires at least average
INTERVIEWS
grades from school but it takes a lot more than that
Anna Elo as well. It is also a fact that you are not even close
to ready when you graduate and a lot of learning
Editing happens somewhere totally else than school. Even
though you learn a lot during your studies, when
Anna Elo
you move from the universitys academic world
Katariina Karttunen
to the real working life it is different and requires
Jesse Salo
much more than theory to succeed.
As you can read from the following pages,
ad best grades and the fastest possible graduation
Jesse Salo time is not everything. It is more and more impor-
tant that you are passionate about what you do and
that you are ready to work hard. How I see it is that
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when people are open-minded and brave enough
3400 to try new things, take a chance with tempting op-
Erweko Oy portunities and challenge themselves, it will show
2015 outside and your potential will be noticed. Get ex-
perience in different areas of life and when you do
this following your own passions, the best possible
place for you will be found.

Katariina Karttunen
Sales Coordinator, KY ry 2015-2016
introduction 3
looking for your dream job? 6
SEKO 8
Yo u are h o ld i n g KYs Ca re e r Accenture 10
Catal o g ue 2016 in yo u r h a n d s. To t h i s
re l ease we h ave co l le c te d co m p a n i es aTalent 12
that want to re c r u it b u s i n ess stu d e n ts August 14
i n othe r wo rd s, co m p a n ies t h a t wa n t to
re c r u it yo u . BCG 16
Capgemini Consulting 18
O n eve r y sp rea d of t h i s Ca re e r Ca ta lo g u e
the re i s a p rese n ta t io n of a n i n te rest in g CGI 20
co mp any. O n t h e l ef t p a g e yo u w i ll fi n d a
b ri ef i ntro d uc t i o n of t h e co m p a ny a n d i ts
Deloitte 22
e mp l oy me nt o p p o r tu n it i es. O n t h e r i g h t EY 24
p ag e a curre nt e m p l oye e says a few wo rd s
ab o ut the i r ex p e r ie n ces a n d ca re e r in Finnair 26
t h e co m p a ny. Hartwall 28
En j oy yo u r rea d ! Hilti 30
Kesko 32
KPMG 34
Magenta Advisory 36
Nordea 38
SEB 40
Summa Capital 42
LOOKING FOR
APPLICATION DOCUMENTS
Time to apply. The employer will usually begin by reading your CV. Does your CV
contain all the necessary information and all your accomplishments? Use a maxi-
mum of two pages to summarize your education, work experience, positions of re-

YOUR DREAM JOB?


sponsibility, activity in student organizations, skills and any other relevant informa-
tion. Your cover letter should be shorter than one page and convey your motivation
for the job and for working for this particular company. Show your genuine interest
and tell the employer what it is based on. Have you used examples to show your
main areas of expertise?

Instead of sending out masses of job applications, stop for LINKEDIN PROFILE
It is worth keeping your LinkedIn profile up to date. An up-to-date profile adds value
a moment and focus on preparing an individual and to your application and demonstrates your professional competence and network-
carefully polished application. When you really want the job, ing skills. Add your profile to the contact details on your CV.
pay attention to at least the following points.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
You have been invited to the next stage of the recruitment process. Well done! Care-

ATTITUDE ful preparation is needed regardless of whether you are going to attend a video
interview, a traditional interview, a case interview or aptitude tests. You can practice
Having the right attitude is essential in job seeking and recruitment
almost all situations: interview questions can be found in various sources includ-
process. This might sound like a clich, but the best people with an
ing the Aalto CareerWeb Job Hunting Guide, and you can also familiarize yourself
excellent attitude usually stand out positively and get the job. Keep
with material on case interviews, practice video interviews on the Suomen Ekonomit
this in mind throughout the recruitment process starting from the
website and complete aptitude tests on websites such as www.shldirect.com. Aalto
discussions you have at career events.
CareerWeb also provides information about upcoming career events.

COMPETENCE CAREER SERVICES


If you still feel that you may not have done everything in your power to prepare for
Analyze your strengths and consider what you are good at. Think
applying for your dream job, do what many other School of Business students have
about what makes you special and how you can stand out from the
done and visit the office of the School of Business Career Services before applying.
other applicants. There could be dozens or even hundreds of other ap-
We promise that you will feel more confident after your visit. Good luck with job
plicants seeking your dream job.
hunting!

JOB ADVERTISEMENT
Read the job advertisement carefully and visit the companys web-
site. Find out what the job involves, what is expected of you and what AALTO UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS CAREER SERVICES
the potential employer and the industry are like. Underline the main
Contact information: career-biz@aalto.fi | +358 50 414 4969
points of the advertisement that you will at least have to address in
Walk-in hours: Tl: Mon.Wed. 12-13, Otaniemi: Thu. 1213
your application. Focus on this stage as you cannot cover every detail or by email appointment
mentioned in the advertisement.
Office: Aalto University School of Business, Tl main building,
2nd floor, C-wing
Aalto CareerWeb: into.aalto.fi/careerweb

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A few words about Career
Target, Success and Attitude
Looking for a new job? Brilliant. First, you have to belief in yourself and being capable of adjust-
set a target in your job search. Good questions to ing the means in getting to your target is crucial.
ask yourself are what knowledge you possess, what How do you build your self-confidence in challeng-
kind of personal qualities you have and what ing situations? The ability to motivate yourself
you want to achieve in the future. The more when needed and the ability to move on in
profound question to ask yourself is why all circumstances is important. How hard
you want to achieve your career tar- are you ready to work for your suc-
get. The latter is a fundamental cess? The only person who can
question that reflects your make a change in your career
values and ambitions. and life is you. Every new
day brings along a new
The next thing you should chance to success.
do is to visualize your career
target. How do you feel when you Do not waste a minute of your pre-
have achieved your career target? After cious time, visualize your target, get the
visualizing it, it is time to make a good stra- best tools available, gather your support
tegic plan of how to proceed. It is essential to group and give 110 % of yourself to achieve
have a primary target, but it might be a good idea your career target. We at the Finnish Business
to have plan B. Remember, if you only have one ca- School Graduates will provide you with the tools
reer plan, it has to work out. Your life philosophy and services to help you along the way. Lets get in
is directly linked to your success having a strong touch and start the journey together!

Nina Juhava
Career Coach,
The Finnish Business School Graduates

The Finnish Business School Graduates offer students plenty of career services and tools. You have the oppor-
tunity to book an appointment to personal career coaching. Our services include assessment of your job search
documents, your LinkedIn profile, coaching on how to succeed in job interviews and salary advice. In addition,
you get valuable information about different job search channels. We also offer you educational events and
webinars. Get more information at www.ekonomit.fi. Reserve a telephone appointment through our web page,
send an e-mail to ura@ekonomit.fi or take direct contact with one of our career coaches.

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I
am Heini Hyttinen and I have been working at Ac-
centure as a Technology Strategy Consultant for 18
months now. I graduated from Aalto School of Busi-
ness in 2014 majoring in Information and Service
Management. I worked at Accenture for the first time as a
summer intern already in 2013. After the exchange period
of my studies I continued working at Accenture, first as a
thesis worker and later in actual project work.
The first year as a consultant has been very event-
ful and educational. Working on client projects is often
Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range fast-paced, and it is interesting to collaborate with both
of services and solutions in strategy, consulting, digital, technology and operations. Accenture colleagues and client employees. Sometimes,
Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries work can feel quite hectic, but the positive side of that is
and all business functions underpinned by the worlds largest delivery network that when the project is finalized you get the great feeling
Accenture works at the intersection of business and technology to help clients improve of success and satisfaction. Learning curve is often steep
their performance and create sustainable value for their stakeholders. With more than at least when working on a project with a client from a
Heini Hyttinen
358,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries, Accenture drives innovation new industry, but this is exactly what makes the job so re-
M.Sc. (Information and Service Management)
to improve the way the world works and lives. warding and interesting. In Technology Strategy unit we
Strategy Analyst, Accenture
work, for example, on IT operating models, enterprise ar-
chitecture, strategic transformation projects, as well as on
digital strategies. Besides all the interesting projects and
the actual work, I especially enjoy the multiple recreation-
Accenture Internship al clubs called FUN clubs that Accenture offers. I have been Learning curve is often
Join us by applying by actively participating in the Horse FUN club activities.
Do you want to do meaningful work every day? We help our clients uti- January 31st Recently, I worked on a very different project than steep at least when working
lizing the endless possibilities offered by digitalization. Accenture End-to- my normal client projects have been so far. This year Ac-
end service model offers its clients services from strategy consulting to IT
www.accenture.fi/consultinginternship
centure is collaborating with Slush by holding a side track on a project with a client
www.accenture.fi/technologyinternship
implementation and maintenance. Join us and see the best ideas trans-
form from paper to reality! Accenture offers a unique learning environ-
event for corporations at the event aiming to bring start-
up mentality to big corporations. A big part of the collab-
from a new industry, but
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oration has been a long term student competition called
Accenture Digital Innovation Challenge (ADIC15), in which
this is exactly what makes
different colleagues and teams with diverse skillsets.
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lenges. I have worked as a project coordinator on this pro-
this work so rewarding and
We are now recruiting summer interns for Accenture Consulting and Ac-
centure Technology. Both internship programs start in May or June. If you
www.accenture.fi ject. It has been fun getting to work with many different interesting.
parties such as Accenture marketing, other Accenture
are a technology or business student or a recent graduate with strong
units, HR, clients, students and Slush.
academic results, fluent Finnish and English skills and you are passionate
about seeing the change in real life, Accenture could be the place for you!

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I
started working at aTalent two years ago as I wanted
to do sales for a service I myself believe in. At its best
sales is about helping all parties involved and making
profit on the side. This is the reason I still work here. Of
course, the company is on another level than a couple of
years ago and it has been truly great to grow alongside
the company.
My career at aTalent began in the role of an Ac-
count Manager which is when I started to collect my own
client portfolio. After a year our sales department divided
aTalent Recruiting is a recruiting and consulting agency owned by Aalto University student into two teams and I started to lead one of them. This role
and alumni associations. We offer challenging jobs for students and graduates e.g. in the was brand new back then and it was mainly shaped by our
field of business and provide best service both to young talents and companies. sales people of that time. In the fall of 2015 I was offered
a chance to take the responsibility for all sales of aTalent
it was pretty clear to me that I wanted to seize this op-
portunity.
Juuso Vesanto
Why working at aTalent is so much fun? We have
M.Sc. Student (Marketing)
WHAT CAN WE OFFER? great team spirit we love to joke around, but every one
Sales Director, aTalent
Since aTalent Recruiting is a fast-growing company, we are looking for
application period of us still supports others full on. It is also important to us
We are ready to hire the best talents anytime to get to work with something we truly believe in. As a
new talents to join our energetic team!
thus there is no application deadline! cherry on the top, aTalent is continuously evolving, which
As an Account Manager you will get responsibility for growing aTalents
business: you will be responsible for new customer acquisition and de-
means that we, too, get to evolve with it.
aTalent consists of like-minded yet refreshingly dif-
You need to be ambitious
Requirements for the students
veloping and maintaining existing customer relations. You will prospect,
contact and book meetings, meet customers actively and make sure that
4thgraduated (business/technical
ferent people. All of us are pretty young and come from
an academic background. Part of our team consists of stu-
and brave - working for
background)
the promises are fulfilled. You get a great opportunity to familiarize your- dents, but we also have graduated people working here aTalent is challenging
self with versatile companies and network with representatives of busi- full-time in different positions. We work in a goal-oriented
ness world. We expect you to be an outgoing team player who has some more information and intensive manner, but laughter and jokes play a major but rewarding. Our
prior experience in B2B-sales. Feel free to contact anyone from aTalent to role in our culture. To fit in, one needs to be quite ambi-

As a Recruitment Consultant you will be both a member of the sales


ask how it is like to work with us! Youll find tious and proactive. You really need to be brave enough to team consists of
the contact information of our whole staff at do things no one has ever done before!
team and the recruitment team. You will be responsible for contacting
your own customers and maintaining customer relations, but also for
www.atalent.fi As a company aTalent is heading towards totally young enthusiastic
taking care of your own recruitments. You will manage the recruitment
Specific details about the positions of Account
new spheres both geographically and when it comes to
our arsenal of services. When I first started, we sold quite
professionals who pull
process as a whole: you will define the profile with the customer, screen
applications, interview applicants and consult the customer on decision Manager and Recruitment Consultant are small projects but nowadays we are able to think and do
big in addition to recruitments, nowadays, we also sell
together!
making. We expect that you have already gained experience in a similar offered by Juuso Vesanto, Sales Director,
trainee programs, employer branding related services
role or have at least one year of experience in responsible B2B-sales or re- +358 40 545 6423, juuso.vesanto@atalent.fi.
and HR related consulting services. Our projects are more
cruiting. Succeeding in both roles requires business understanding, flu-
complicated and more difficult, but also far more interest-
ency in Finnish and English, can-do attitude and strong passion towards
ing than before. Many of our bigger services are so fresh
sales and recruiting!
and new that we dont even really have any competitors.

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T
hey say that the worlds changed and nobody really
wants to work in consulting anymore it is startups
that really make the difference. That statement def-
initely has some truth to it, but before turning the
page, let me add a couple of thoughts that could elevate
the way you think.
I dove into management consulting when I be-
came a member of the August community last summer,
but as one of my other interests, I am also chairing the
board of a growing company that currently employs sev-
August is a leading management consulting company in Finland. For well over a decade, we
en people. Its been an extremely fascinating combination,
have served large Finnish companies across a broad range of topics covering Strategy, M&A,
since both of these engagements feed an endless stream
Commercial Excellence, Operations and Organization & Leadership. We offer our clients
of ideas to each other. As a result, I have begun to think
commitment, relevance and experience.
that business school students would really benefit from
seeing both sides of the coin.
The common thing with startups and manage-
Matti Parpala
ment consulting at August is that people never settle for
Master in Public Policy, B.Sc. (Economics)
the obvious. They are idealists that never cease to believe
Management Consultant / Analyst, August
that we could reach higher, as corporations, human be-
Career opportunities ings and as ourselves. On a practical level, both manage-
APPLICATION PERIOD ment consulting and working at a startup mean putting a
Strategy consulting is a fascinating career opportunity for people who
Full-time positions: Continuous
are intrigued by solving complex business problems faced by the senior
Internships: During fall, typically
lot of hours and mental capacity to turn this idealism into
reality. If there is any difference, I guess that is related to
The common thing with
management of large companies. August offers a unique combination of
intellectual and entrepreneurial challenges, membership in an extraordi- September-October the environment where we work.
In a startup, you often work in an uncharted zone
startups and management
nary community and freedom to enjoy life.

Our organization comprises more than 20 professionals, nearly half


WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR where nobody really has the correct answers or even a sol-
id analysis of how things should be done you and your
consulting at August is
Full-time positions: Masters degree
of which are KY alumni. We are continuously looking for talented and
graduates (or masters students very close to
team work your way through the gray stone if needed. In that people never settle
motivated people with an edge to join our dynamic team. Graduates or management consulting, that gray stone is often the es-
students close to graduation can apply for a full-time (Analyst) position
graduation)
Internships: 3rd-5th year students
tablished conventions and culture of the client. Your job for the obvious.
throughout the year. For students we offer the opportunity to experience is to figure out, working in tight cooperation with the cli-
consulting through internships that last 2-3 months. Typically our interns ent, how to combine all the available data and your un-
are at least 3rd year students who have demonstrated high performance INTERNSHIP PERIOD derstanding of the world into solid recommendations
in studies, work or other fields of life and are seeking experience in man- 2-3 months during winter, spring or fall that help the client achieve better results without being
agement consulting. afraid to challenge their current business where needed.
MORE INFORMATION For me, August has offered a tremendous learn-
As an intern you get to experience what strategy consulting is like at
www.august.fi/join-us ing opportunity to work with and understand businesses
August. Your job description, role and responsibilities are comparable to
that already run operations worth billions. Thats a lesson
that of our full-time Analysts. You are a fully-fledged and valued member
worth learning for anyone who aims to grow their busi-
of our community, taking part in real-life client engagements from day
ness to that scale or getting one of such companies to
one under the guidance of our experienced consultants. Often, an intern-
join as partners in their journey to change the world. Think
ship also serves as a stepping stone to a full-time position at August after
about it!
graduation.

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I
thought that the work of an associate would be at
least in the beginning mostly back-office excel mod-
elling with few touch points to the client and their
key issues. I was wrong I was involved in client
meetings and teamwork from day one. I had also heard
rumor about the hectic lifestyle, but I soon found out
how seriously BCG takes striking a good balance be-
tween work and free time.
What continues to surprise me is the magnitude
of the intellectual horsepower of BCGs global expert
The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) is a global management consulting firm, the worlds
network. There is always someone somewhere around
leading advisor on business strategy and the market leader in Finland. We partner with
the world who can provide you with that extra jaw-
clients in all sectors to identify their highest-value opportunities, address their most critical
dropping insight you were looking for, whatever indus-
challenges and fundamentally transform their business trajectories.
try or functional problem you have got to crack. Peo-
ple always find the time to help out. I also think that the
supportive, family-like atmosphere at the Helsinki office
Iina Turja
is truly exceptional.
M.Sc. (Accounting and Finance,
Full-time positions Industrial Engineering)
If you are in your final year of study for your masters degree, you can ap- application period Associate, BCG Helsinki
ply for the position of Associate at apply.bcg.com when close to gradua- For the internship program
Eetu Isto

A
tion. mid-October 2016
s a finance student I naturally considered a ca- M.Sc. (Finance)
reer in investment banking as well, but after ex- Consultant, BCG Helsinki
International Internship Program 2017 who are we looking for periencing internships both in a London-based
Students with outstanding academic investment bank and at BCG Helsinki, the deci-
The application deadline for the internship program is mid-October
2016. (The exact date will be published on the BCG website in late sum-
records 120+ credits sion became clear to me. What I really liked about BCG I thought that the work
was that I was given very much content responsibility
mer 2016.)
more information and client interaction already as an intern. But most of of an Associate would be
We are looking for students with outstanding academic records, 120+ Contact recruiting team at (09-8568 all, the people at BCG really made an impression on me
credits, great analytical and interpersonal skills, intellectual curiosity and 6000, recruiting.hel@bcg.com) or visit with their intellectual curiosity, joyful nature and can- at least in the beginning
strong ambition. careers.bcg.com do attitude.
The most memorable client interaction was mostly back-office excel
Join our team as a Visiting Associate and get to know strategy consult-
ing at its best. You will be fully involved in international, transformation-
the time when we had a weeklong workshop in South
America with the client management team. One night,
modelling with few touch
al, leading-edge client work and will help leaders in business change the
rules of the game, not just play better.
after finishing the days work, we had a barbecue out-
side with the whole group of 15 people sharing stories
points to the client and
The internship program offers you: and enjoying a wonderful variety of South American
meats and beverages.
their key issues. I was
Two to three months of work experience on a real consulting
project
wrong.
Flexible beginning and end dates, including the option to join us
in the spring or fall as well as the summer

Complete integration into one of our project teams based in


Helsinki or in one of our other European offices

Training sessions on essential consulting skills

Social activities for team building and networking

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D
uring my studies at Aalto University School of Busi-
ness I did not dream of becoming a management
consultant. However, a business project I did as part
of the double degree program at CEMS gave me con-
fidence in my problem solving skills and made me realize my
passion towards consulting in an international environment.
I applied for Capgemini Consulting after graduat-
ing with Information and Service Management as my major.
I perceived Capgemini Consulting as an international com-
pany with strong focus on the digital business and with an
easy-going culture. Looking back, I never could have imag-
Capgemini Consulting is the strategy and transformation consulting brand of the Capgemini
ined the level of responsibility I was given from the start. Al-
Group. We are the leader and strategic partner in Digital Transformation, providing the know-how
ready in my first project, I was part of building a five-year
and expertise to advise leading companies and governments on how to accelerate their innovation
strategy business case and an investment plan for a large
and master the digital economy. Capgemini Consulting enables organizations to transform to the
Finnish retailer. During my first two years I have worked in
power of digital from strategy to execution.
various industries from retail to telecom on assignments in
Heidi Hartikainen
Finland, France and Sweden.
M.Sc. (Information and Service Management, CEMS)
Capgemini Consulting is globally recognized for its
Management Consultant, Capgemini Consulting
thought leadership in digital transformation. I have experi-
enced this developing my digital business skills in strategic

FULL-TIME POSITIONS business projects related to e.g. digital marketing and cloud
strategy.
Application period
DO YOU WANT to BE empowered by a career that rewards and challenges
Capgemini Consulting Summer Internship
The best part of my job is truly the people I work with. Looking back, I never could
you from day one? We have a great team in Finland and we enjoy spending time

ARE YOU A PERSON WITH CAREER AMBITIONS? We offer attractive opportu-


Program 2016: Deadline January 24th, 2016
together during and after work. As part of the Swedish-Finn- have imagined the level of
Management Consultant, Full-time position: ish business unit we meet our Swedish colleagues in differ-
nities for growth across our global organization, in a unique collabora-
tive culture. As a management consultant at Capgemini Consulting you
continuous recruitment ent settings throughout the year, including business and responsibility I was given
will work in close collaboration with our clients. You will be part of a suc-
Who are we looking for
team meetings, annual conference event to the Alps, parties
and different networks. Moreover, all new management con- from the start.
cessful global management consultant team advising leading brands
High performing students in their final year sultants join the international Management Consulting Skills
on how to enhance the customer experience and disrupt business mod-
of masters degree in business, engineering course in France, which is a great opportunity to kick-start
els in the digital economy. We are proud to have a people culture, with
and/or computer science, with excellent the career, learn about our unique culture and grow your in-
focus on continuous learning and a great place to work.
academic records ternational network.
I have faced exciting challenges working in direct cli-
SUMMER INTERNSHIP MORE INFORMATION ent contact from day one. Capgemini Consulting is known
www.capgemini-consulting.se for our strong collaborative business client experience ap-
CAPGEMINI CONSULTING OFFERS high-performing students who are 1-2
facebook.com/capgemini.consulting.karriar proach, which enables even a recent graduate to start build-
semesters away from graduation, the opportunity to learn more about
ing client relationships. I think management consulting is
the management consultancy profession during a two month long
a great way to get a fast start to business life after studies.
Summer Internship Program. Gain new experience by working together
From an applicant we expect great determination to deliver
with senior management consultants on exciting business tranforma-
quality results, including strong analytical, social and com-
tion assignments. You will have the opportunity to develop core man-
munication skills. The most important qualifications, never-
agement consulting skills, attend trainings and get to know our collabo-
theless, are curiosity towards new things and motivation to
rative culture.
develop yourself continuously.
We are recruiting continuously and looking for students with excellent Capgemini Consulting has given me a great amount
academic records within the final year of a masters degree in business, of professional freedom but also great responsibility. I think
engineering and/or computer science. applying for Capgemini Consulting has been a perfect
choice for developing myself and my future career path.

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I
graduated after 3.5 years of intense studying in 1999.
I did my major in marketing and my two minors in ac-
counting and finance and in economics. I included
quite a few different subject fields in my degree, such
as social economics and business law to get a comprehen-
sive set. Therefore, it is actually a bit funny that I managed
to take only one information technology course and still
ended up in the field of IT business. Nevertheless, I have
found my educational background very useful as it has es-
tablished a good and solid foundation for analytical and
business-oriented way of thinking.
CGI is a global IT and business process services provider delivering high-quality business consul-
At the time of my graduation CRM (customer rela-
ting, systems integration and outsourcing services. With 65,000 professionals in 40 countries,
tionship management) was a big thing both in the world
CGI has an industry-leading track record of on-time, on-budget projects, aligning our teams with
of academics as well as in the world of business. I did my
clients business strategies to achieve top-to-bottom line results.
masters thesis on CRM and that led my way to the field of
IT and to my current employer as well. My current em-
Ulla Mauro
ployer is CGI the worlds 5th largest IT and business pro-
M.Sc. (Marketing)
cess services company. During my years in the company
Director, CGI
I have gone through three mergers and acquisitions and
BUILD YOUR FUTURE WITH CGI been able to grow with the company from a local player

Join one of the worlds fastest growing IT and business process services
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR to a global company. This journey has been a great op-

companies.
Candidates close to graduation or graduated
who are interested in IT
portunity to get involved with different kinds of corpo-
rate cultures, management models and service offerings.
A tip for you as the future
At CGI, we strive to create an environment where our people come first.
We call our employees members to reinforce that all who join our team
In todays changing environment this is quite important
for many of us.
leaders see the business
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are considered company owners and are empowered to share in the re-
wards and challenges that come from building a world-class business.
www.cgi.fi I am lucky to have had the possibility to act and
operate in many different roles. I have been acting as a
from different perspectives
As one of the largest independent information technology and business
consultant, project manager, team leader, director be- and grow to be a multitalent.
ing involved in sales, contract negotiation, client manage-
process services firms in the world, our members are the key to our suc-
ment, project delivery, service outsourcing and business
cess. We realize that our continued success depends on our ability to at-
management with HR and budgeting responsibilities. My
tract and retain top-quality professionals like you.
passion in work life has always been a happy and satisfied
CGI is always seeking knowledgeable, creative and committed individu- customer for me that has been the key to enjoying work.
als who are ready to grow with us. If you want to experience the spirit of My leading idea and intention has been to see the
an entrepreneurial organization, while benefiting from the impressive re- field and business from as many different angles as pos-
sources of a global company, we invite you to join us. sible. I am happy to say that my managers and employers
over the years have all supported me with this. That is also
We offer a challenging and rewarding work environment where there
my lesson learned and a tip for you as the future leaders
is always room for you to grow. That is our commitment to you.
see the business from different perspectives and grow to
be a multitalent.

20 21
I
was doing my final years studies in Finance when I ap-
plied to the trainee program (Corporate Finance team).
I had previously worked in a firms treasury and a banks
markets department, but I was interested in pursuing
a career in corporate finance after graduating. After a suc-
cessful trainee period I continued as a full-time analyst.
From day one I was a full team member. Straight
away, I was involved in a project where we acted as an ad-
visor for a Finnish company eventually sold to a PE inves-
tor. In a junior role, the focus is on analysing data and pre-
Deloitte is one of the leading professional services organizations in the world with more than paring presentations, but getting more experienced, the
400 professionals in Finland. We offer world-class services that include: role in process management, client communication and
negotiations increases.
Audit Consulting Enterprise Risk Services Financial Advisory Tax & Legal At Deloitte I have been given as much responsibil-
ity as I have been willing to take. I have also worked close-
By combining versatile expertise Deloitte offers its clients comprehensive and ly with the clients from the start. In general, working in
Veera Riikonen
innovative solutions. corporate finance is continuous learning as each project
M.Sc. (Finance)
is different. You also need to be motivated, flexible and a
Manager, Corporate Finance, Deloitte
real team player, as the work is often hectic. That is why I
appreciate the excellent team spirit we have!

Take off to your future as a Deloitte Young Star!

B
Ready to challenge yourself? y the time I joined Deloitte I already had gained
At Deloitte we offer you a great opportunity to develop yourself in a dy- For additional information and to apply some work experience especially in the area of
namic, inspiring and flexible environment. You are able to build your com- please visit: sales. However, I felt that I could build a more versa-
petencies in intriguing challenges with experts from various industries tile knowledge base at Deloitte Consulting. Work-
www.deloitte.fi
and business sectors. ing as a management consultant has allowed me to per-
www.linkedin.com/company/deloitte- form a variety of roles in a variety of projects ranging from
Deloitte Young Stars trainee program is targeted for students in the fi-
finland operating model development to service design and strat-
nal stage of their studies as well for recent graduates. Besides relevant ac-
egy to change management.
ademic background, we appreciate motivation and enthusiastic attitude www.facebook.com/DeloitteFinland
A typical working day at Deloitte would be impos-
in working life. You aim high and are willing to develop yourself.
www.twitter.com/Deloitte sible to describe as the tasks and activities vary according
to different projects. Working in a group and presentation
Choose your own path www.youtube.com/user/deloittefin-
land/videos
skills are definitely some of the areas needed on a daily ba-
sis. Looking back, I feel that especially the studies at Hel-
Our trainee program is an intensive 3-4 month paid internship. The ma-
sinki School of Economics, Mikkeli Campus were crucial in
jority of our trainees start working in January-March, and the trainees will
preparing for the working life.
be working either in consulting, audit, enterprise risk services, financial
It sounds like a clich, but the people and the cul-
advisory or tax and legal services. The application period is annually in Antti Holopainen
ture make Deloitte a great place to work at. Great people
September-October, but occasionally we are looking for trainees also out- M.Sc. (Business Administration)
form an inspiring atmosphere where it is a pleasure to
side the application period. Consultant, Deloitte
spend time with your colleagues also outside the office
walls. A perfect example being the Deloitte Football Nor-
dic Cup where we gather every summer.

22 23
I
started at EY after my graduation in 2014. I had always
wanted to know more about management consult-
ing and when EY was recruiting new people to their
Finance and Performance Management team in Advi-
sory Services it was a perfect match for me.
EY interested me as a company because of its
good reputation, and as a part of the Big Four it is a global
company, which I had been looking for. I have been work-
ing at EY for a year now and I still constantly get positively
surprised about how warm and welcoming the work envi-
ronment is. For example, EY arranges two week induction
EY offers a diverse range of interesting career opportunities within assurance,
program for all new young professionals. This fall we spent
transactions, advisory, tax and legislative services.
two amazing weeks first in Stockholm and then in Toledo
learning about consulting, solving cases and having fun. I
see that the people culture at EY is one of the many rea-
sons why we work so well as a team.
Susanna Kuisma
Working at EY as a consultant is extremely reward-
M.Sc. (Accounting)
By starting your career at EY, you get a unique opportunity to develop ing since every day at the job is different. We are allowed
Consultant, EY
into an expert in your own field. You can start with a permanent contract More about the trainee program to set our development goals quite freely and if you are
as soon as you are finished with your studies. An international work en- ey.com/fi/eyexperience ambitious and eager to learn more, there are ways to get
vironment, team work with people from various backgrounds and chal- forward.
lenging assignments ensure you have an interesting time at work right I would say that my studies in accounting helped
More about open positions I see that the people
from the beginning. me to get a better understanding about business in gen-
ey.com/fi/careers
During the EY Experience Trainee program you get an understanding of
eral but I have learned a lot also while working. It really
pays off to be active during your time as a student and to
culture at EY is one of
all the career opportunities at EY you might be interested in after gradu- Find us on
ation. You get to see what it would be like to work in an international ex- Facebook: EYSuomiUrasivut
do the things you are genuinely interested in. Pick cours-
es you find fascinating and participate in activities outside
the many reasons why we
pert organization and an opportunity to put the knowledge you gained LinkedIn: EY
during your studies into practice. Twitter: EY_Suomi
school as well.
In my opinion, there are some essential skills for
work so well as a team.
Application period for fall 2016: 1.-20.3.2016 Instagram: @EYficareers business students to learn. The ability to perform to an au-
Pinterest: Life at EY in Finland dience, in particular, is vital and in business life you need
Close to graduation? We are continuously hiring motivated new em-
good social skills, too. Consultants are continuously work-
ployees into permanent contracts. At EY you will grow into a professional
within your field with the help of a versatile and international expert or-
Contact us ing with clients and colleagues, thus it is crucial to get

ganization.
recruiting@fi.ey.com along with different people.

Get to know us and apply to be part of our team!

24 25
I
have now worked at Finnair Group for about 5 years.
I started at one of our subsidiaries right after my gra-
duation from Aalto University School of Economics.
After about a year as assistant business controller at
Aurinkomatkat, I moved to Finnair for a financial analyst
position. It does not feel like I have been here already for
that long, since my role and responsibilities have changed
many times. Also the company, as well as the airline in-
dustry, is changing all the time, which keeps things inter-
esting.
Finnair is a place where ambitious, competent and motivated One of the advantages of a relatively large com-
people can really make a difference. pany is the various jobs it offers. Even within finance, there
are several options - business and financial control, treas-
ury, internal audit, etc. I am currently responsible for the
business control of our crew. As the crew is a critical part
of an airline, I get to work on interesting projects and anal-
Kim Salmirinne
ysis. The most visible part of my job, at least in the media,
M.Sc. (Accounting)
Do you want a seat with a view of an attractive are the discussions with our labor unions. It is a funny feel-
Business Controller, Finnair
industry? WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR: ing when you get back home after a long day, watch the

We are constantly looking for top talents with evening news on TV and notice that there is actually news
seat with a view of our global prospects for about the things you have just been working on. Overall, I
One thing I have
Please take a window
a degree in business. With us you can work
growth. We are an international carrier serving a global market. The air- like to work for a company that really interests Finns.
with e.g. network analysis, digital product
line industry is preparing for take-off, especially as we serve rapidly grow-
ing markets around the world. Our membership in the oneworld alliance
development, customer research, treasury
One thing I have learned is that in working life you
need broader skills than you might expect during your
learned is that in
operations, project management or business
enables us to spread our wings even wider.
controlling - just to name a few of the
studies. My major was management accounting, but I cer-
tainly need to know other areas of finance as well. Often
working life you need
positions we have filled in 2015.
Do you want to fly with world-class there is also need for legal, IT, negotiation and leadership
skills. And finally, communication skills are essential: no
broader skills than you
professionals? MORE INFORMATION: matter how good my analyses or reports are, my message might expect during
www.finnair.com/jobs will not interest the management or even my own boss,
We were born on the top of the world and take pride in our operational
excellence. It takes a wide range of special competencies to fly our aircraft
www.linkedin.com/company/finnair if I can not communicate the results clearly and sharply. your studies.
To summarize, Finnair definitely offers lots of op-
and serve our customers, whether you are working in the head office or
in operations. Now there are nearly 5000 of us, from 45 countries around Watch Finnair career videos: portunities for growth, both horizontally and vertically. I
http://tinyurl.com/finnaircareers have always been kind of a finance guy, but at some point I
the globe. Our team of world-class professionals would like to welcome
could do something totally different within the same com-
you on board.
pany. Even in a large company, you can stand out by work-
ing hard and by being enthusiastic. Finnair is a company
with long history and traditions but there is certainly de-
mand for young professionals.

26 27
I
studied marketing as my major and international stud-
ies as my minor at Aalto University School of Business.
After I graduated, I worked for 3,5 years at a FMCG
company doing both sales and marketing related jobs.
Then I saw my dream job open at Hartwall, applied for it
and now I am the Product Manager for Hartwall Original
Long Drink as well as other long drink brands at Hartwall.
For me, Hartwall has always been one of the com-
panies where I would love to work at. Hartwall has an ex-
tremely strong product portfolio of drinks. Brands are
managed by true professionals from whom I am able to
Hartwall is the leader in innovation in the beverage industry in Finland. Hartwalls product range
learn more and develop myself. Working with smart peo-
comprises beers, ciders and long drinks, bottled waters, soft drinks, speciality drinks as well as wines and
ple who know what they do is very important for personal
other alcoholic beverages supplied through its subsidiary Hartwa-Trade. The companys best-known
growth and I have learned a lot already during my short
brands are Lapin Kulta, Karjala, Fosters and Heineken beers as well as Hartwall Jaffa soft drinks, Hartwall
time in the company.
Novelle mineral waters, Upcider ciders and Hartwall Original Long Drink.
As a Brand Manager, I am responsible for all the
Eeva Ignatius
things related to my brands, such as business plans, prod-
Hartwall offers a wide variety of job opportunities to young professionals in production, logistics, sales, M.Sc. (Marketing)
uct portfolio development and marketing communica-
marketing, financial and information management all around Finland. Brand Manager, Hartwall
tion. Since Hartwall is a Finnish company, we have a lot
of responsibility and freedom when it comes to our work.
Every single new flavor or new brand that is launched into
the market is developed from scratch within our company.
We really get to influence and make a difference to what You need to be in the
products people find from the stores or what kind of ad-
SUMMER JOBS AT HARTWALL vertising campaigns we do. front line and create
Hartwall offers summer jobs every year to over one hun-
Application period Now that Hartwall has also an own export de-
dred summer workers. Most of the summer workers are em- 11th January 7th February 2016 partment, a big part of my work is done in close coopera- excitement to be able to
ployed in Hartwalls modern production plant in Lahti as pro-
duction workers or beverage producers, while others are Who are we looking for?
tion with our Export Managers and distributors in foreign
countries. It is challenging, but also rewarding when re- succeed.
employed in maintenance tasks, logistics collection, covering 1st-5th year students sults are gained. At Hartwall all achievements and success
processing, laboratory work and logistics accounting. In Hel- are recognized and appreciated and that makes one to
sinki, summer workers are employed in customer service, pay- Time strive for an even better outcome.
roll, credit monitoring and export accounting. Depending on the role, typically from The work pace is very fast and the energy and pas-
May to August sion that lies within Hartwall is amazing. People dare to
We offer you a unique opportunity to work in a strong brand
challenge the status quo and take bold steps to be the
house with beloved products. Join our energetic and passio-
more information first movers. I find that extremely important in todays fast
nate team!
changing world you need to be in the front line and cre-
www.hartwall.fi
ate excitement to be able to succeed.
Facebook: Kesty Hartwallilla
LinkedIn: Hartwall

28 29
I
graduated as a M.Sc. (Technology) from Lappeenran-
ta University of Technology in 2010. My major was in-
ternational business and I had a strong intention to
move straight to the corporate world. But as usual in
life, things seldom go according to plans and I ended up
doing a Ph.D. In 2014 I graduated as a Doctor of Science.
I got to know Hilti through an exchange semester
in Liechtenstein, where the companys headquarter is also
located. I was surprised by the corporate culture, how peo-
We value people. We have excellent team members. We expect high performance and we ple were treated and how much effort was put into devel-
offer high incentives. We recruit and develop our people based on their competencies, oping them. I was also impressed how Hilti was a forerun-
accomplishments and potential. We give them a chance to grow with us as part of a team ner in innovating both new products as well as business
and to develop a long term career within Hilti Group. models.
In 2013 I heard that Hilti had an opening in Fin-
Over 22,000 people work for Hilti in sales, sales management, marketing, engineering, land for their Outperformer Trainee Program. After an in-
research, development and manufacturing. We passionately create enthusiastic customers tensive selection process I started as an Outperformer in
Juha Hinkkanen
and build a better future! Hilti operates in more than 120 countries throughout the world. the summer of 2014. It is an international structured pro-
Doctor of Science (Technology)
gram where you start off as an Account Manager in the
Outperformer, Hilti
customer surface. For the last three months I have been
working at our Vantaa office on a logistics project. What is
OUTPERFORMER: HILTI GLOBAL MANAGEMENT We offer: left is a 6 month project in strategic marketing in United

DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM Tasks with responsibility


Kingdom and after that another three month project ei-
ther in Asia or North America. After the program my career
As a global company
Are you ready to relocate internationally? Have you had excel-
lent success in your studies?
Excellent training program in our new
training facility in Manchester
will continue abroad.
The foundation of Hilti is our people. That shows
we are able to offer
We are looking for people with excellent language skills at least Continuous coaching
in everything that we do starting from the recruiting pro-
cess. First comes the person and after that their compe-
all possible roles and
in English and in Finnish, who are interested in sales and general
management. You are a team player with excellent analytical and
Opportunity for an international career tencies. As a global company we are able to offer all pos- responsibilities. We also
sible roles and responsibilities, and we also encourage
communications kills. The benefits of an international
organization
people to move between positions and locations during encourage people to move
Hilti Outperformer is a 24 month development program in their career.
which you will carry out 2-4 clearly defined projects in differ- Hilti and the Outperformer Program has given me between positions and
ent countries. You will get full support and mentoring through- SUMMER WORKERS INTO SALES AND a massive confidence boost, but it was also enabled me to
out the program which also includes training in a top business
FINANCE look at where I need to develop. For example, managing locations during their
school in Europe.
are you interested in sales and have an ambi-
the supply chain is an important, but for me a relatively
unknown business area. After recognizing that, I got to do
career.
FUTURE TALENT tion to develop yourself? Are you highly motivat-
ed and you are up for a challenge?
a logistics project to build up my capabilities in that field.
Next I am off to Manchester to continue with the
Are you internationally oriented and highly educated team program and after that I am looking forward to a manage-
We offer you an excellent induction and basic
player with a passion to developing yourself and others? ment position at Hilti I want to learn how to lead and to
training on our products and services. This is your
develop people around me. Come and join us!
In the beginning of your career you will develop in sales posi- opportunity to get into a growing international
tions. To be successful you need to be target oriented, deter- company and continue working with us in a part-
mined and have the ability to understand customer needs. Once time position while completing your studies.
joining Hilti, you will have an individual development program,
To apply, send your application to
where the aim is for you to grow as a professional and become a
careers.fi@hilti.com
leader in our successful organization.

30 31
I
graduated from University of Jyvskyl where I stu-
died Speech Communications as my major. In additi-
on, I have completed my Masters Degree at University
of Art and Design Helsinki. So I have a double degree
Master of Arts in Communication Studies and in New Me-
dia. I have also taken courses at University of Technology,
School of Economics and a few other Finnish Universities.
I have been working at Kesko for ten months now.
As Development Director I run a team specializing in dig-
ital services. We support Keskos digital transformation,
drive online sales and develop digital services. My job is
The 45,000 exceptionally nice people of the K-Group work daily to make shopping fun for
very versatile. You could say it is kind of a mixture of busi-
customers in our stores in the Nordic countries, the Baltic countries and Russia. We help our
ness, communication, IT and marketing. To be successful
more than 1,500 stores serve their customers in the grocery trade, the home improvement
in this field you need to have interdisciplinary competenc-
and speciality goods trade and the car trade. We do our work with a big heart while paying
es and interests. You need to keep customers and their
attention to the society and the environment. We are already the most responsible food re-
point of view in the focus and develop the business to
tailer in the world and constantly trying out something new. We are doing this to provide Jussi-Pekka Erkkola
solve their needs. A part of the job is about understanding
good choices both on the shelves of the local stores and online. M.A. (Communications Studies, New Media)
technical details, so it goes without saying you also need
Development Director, Kesko
to have understanding and interest in that area, too.
In my opinion, diversity is the key to success in the
business world. Companies need employees from various

THE K-GROUP AS A WORKPLACE


backgrounds to bring different skills and competences to
the company. The field of business is ever changing and
Diversity is the key
dynamic, and digital transformation will play a key role in
the future as the retail industry evolves. Therefore it is es-
to success in the
A pioneer in the trading sector The fifth most sustainable company in the

Kesko is a trading sector company that renews itself and


world sential for the companies to employ also the enthusiasm
and knowledge of the youth.
business world.
Kesko is the best food and staples retailer and rose to the
wants to be a pioneer also in the future. We share an enthu- Also Kesko is in the middle of a big changes. There-
fifth place in the Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in
siasm for the trading sector and a retailer attitude that shows fore I take it as an interesting challenge to speed up the
the World list. Kesko is the only Finnish company included in
as a spirit of getting things done and taking responsibility and processes and change the course of action for the better.
the list every year since it was established in 2005.
as a possibility to have a say in how things are done. We do We need to flourish the corporate culture and the way we
not hesitate to take action, whether it is serving a customer or operate. Kesko will go through a change in 2018 as the
helping a colleague. company plans on bringing the majority of its functions
under the same roof on the so called K-kampus, the new
main office campus area in Helsinki. The objective is to en-
Grow with us in various retail jobs
hance the cooperation between the units and make the
In a big group, there are many ways to develop: you can Welcome to read more and find out our opportunities: operations more efficient. The change is highly anticipat-
change jobs between companies or divisions, and there are http://www.kesko.fi/tyopaikat ed by the personnel.
many kinds of career paths that can lead to supervisory po- What I would like to advise students is to try dif-
sitions, retailer entrepreneurship or management positions. ferent things to find the one that is suitable for you. Spe-
You can expand and deepen your competence with the cialize in one or two functions, but build a general under-
courses in K-instituutti. standing outside your field of expertise as well. I can not
single out the courses that would be the most useful, as
the best you can take with you from school is the ability of
continuous learning, curiosity and the capacity to adopt
new information and way of working. In this field, you will
never be done learning.

32 33
I
graduated M. Sc. in Economics from Lappeenranta
University of Technology in 1999. I majored in account-
ing and did my minors in economics and business law.
During my studies I got excited about finance
and thereby a career as an auditor of organizations in the
Financial Services sector at KPMG was an intriguing and
clear choice after graduation. I have enjoyed my time here
at KPMG, because as an auditor I have had the opportuni-
ty to get to know the Financial Services sector thoroughly.
Personally, I have been auditing the Bank of Finland, sev-
KPMG is a global network of professional firms providing audit, tax and advisory eral local and international banks and other organizations
services. Our aim is to turn knowledge into value for the benefit of our clients, our in the Financial Services sector.
people and our communities. My job as an Authorized Public Accountant mainly
consists of providing professional services in the customer
interface. For each client, we put together the best pos-
sible auditing team while taking the clients special char-
Tiia Kataja
acteristics into consideration. So forth, I have had the op-
M.Sc. (Accounting)
KPMG Trainee program portunity to work with several colleagues, which in itself
Senior Manager, Audit, KPMG
Do you want every day to be an opportunity to progress and develop information about vacancies: makes my workdays varied and nuanced.

yourself? Do you enjoy finding clear solutions in a complex world? Do you Application period
want to build the future?
The application period for the KPMG trainee
You can be one of us. program of fall 2016 will be open in February

I
2016 and for spring 2017 in September 2016. graduated from Helsinki School of Economics in 2008
We recruit approximately 80 trainees annually to work in all of our ser-
and started my career in a Finnish retail bank. In a few
vice lines. Trainee positions are full-time and last from 2 to 8 months, de- requirements
years time I realized that I would love to get interna-
pending on the position. We offer you thorough on-boarding and sup- We expect: tional working experience and was interested in work-
port for professional development. - 3rd to 5th year student or a recent graduate ing within management consulting.
KPMG Trainee program offers you a great view to a broad field of profes- - Genuine drive and desire for learning At that time I had a friend who was working at KP-
sional services. As a trainee, you have the possibility to learn and develop - Team player with good communication skills MGs M&A related consulting in Stockholm, and she hint-
as a young professional in client facing assignments among colleagues - Ability to work proactively and take ed me that they were looking for new team members with
who are world-class professionals. We are inspired not only by challeng- responsibility Finnish language skills. I applied and after several inter-
ing and purposeful tasks but also by our great team spirit. view rounds got the job at KPMGs Strategy Group within

The best thing during my time here as a trainee has been the atmos- Contact info Transaction Services.
For more info and open positions, please visit: I worked four years in Sweden and got a lot of valu-
phere. Even though the work is challenging, its fun because there is al-
able experience in the M&A and private equity market. We
ways someone to help. You are never alone with your problems. In ad- www.kpmg.fi/rekry
have a tight cooperation between the Nordic countries, so
dition, it is easy to crack jokes with your colleagues, which cheers up the
when I moved back to Finland I had already been working
working environment Social media
with many of my local colleagues.
- Trainee, fall 2015 www.facebook.com/kpmgfinland Meri Menp
What I like the most about my job is the team I am
www.linkedin.com/company/kpmg-oy-ab working with both locally and globally. Our team assists
M.Sc. (Finance)
www.twitter.com/KPMG Manager, Advisory, KPMG
investors and companies in their mergers and acquisitions
as well as in their strategic considerations related to opera-
tions and growth. We are not specialized in certain sectors,
so I get valuable experience and insight from different in-
dustries in every project we deliver.

34 35
W
hy digital business? As consumers and end users,
it feels to us like digital products, services and
technologies have been around forever already,
permeating our lives. There is a sort of bias to this
perception, however, as we tend to select the most sophis-
ticated stuff out of all, and see the glossy outer shell of it.
But behind the scenes, digitalization is a megatrend that
is still in its infancy, about to transform industries, orga-
nizations and business functions. Future possibilities are
endless, spanning all these dimensions. This is why digital
Digitalization continues to disrupt businesses at an ever-increasing pace. Industries such
business was the most exciting career field to me.
as media, consumer goods, finance and retail have all been shaken by digitalization, with
Why management consulting? Majoring in eco-
winners reaching new heights while losers file for bankruptcy.
nomics (M.Sc, spring 2015) and finance (B.Sc) at Aalto, I al-
ways enjoyed those moments when you saw how theo-
We at Magenta Advisory help our client companies top management in creating winning
ry could be applied to real life in some surprising way. My
business strategies, managing business transformation and achieving business excellence
studies taught me analytical and structured thinking and,
in the field of digital business. Kasper Eerola
ultimately, how to take in a lot of information in a short
M.Sc. (Economics)
time definitely useful in management consulting. Con-
Consultant, Magenta Advisory
sulting interested me as an opportunity to explore to find
solutions to problems rather than just execute things, to

We are interested in young and ambitious talents have variation instead of routines and to learn something

APPLICATION PERIOD every day.


joining our team! Why Magenta? Going through the interviews, it I have had the chance to
Continuous for the consultant position
became clear to me that digital management consulting
At Magenta Advisory, you will be a part of an inspiring team of focused
management consultants backed by BearingPoints strong multi-indus- who are we looking for
aside, Magenta was a place I truly wanted to work at. The work with leading Finnish
people were smart and fun. The atmosphere was dynamic
try expertise. You will get to work with leading Finnish and multination-
al companies in their digital and multichannel business transformations.
Business or engineering students close to
and casual. As if more proof was needed, I was invited to and Northern European
graduation
Our key values are:
team events and got to know everybody before I had even
started in the job. companies. Outside of work,
MORE INFORMATION
Passion for digital business, which is why we invest in
continuously training our entire team www.magentaadvisory.com
My first year as a Consultant at Magenta has ex-
ceeded my high expectations. I have had the chance to
we have been skiing in the
Passion for quality, which is why we never settle for anything less
work with leading Finnish and Northern European compa-
nies in e.g. telecom and logistics on projects ranging from
Alps and rappelling off
than the best
B2B e-commerce services strategy and B2B and B2C digital buildings.
Passion for fun, which is why we invest in great team spirit strategies to organizational design and investment plan-
ning. Alongside client assignments, I have gotten respon-
Apply online at www.magentaadvisory.com/careers
sibilities in recruitment, event planning and internal train-
ing, to name a few. Outside of work, we have been skiing in
the Alps and rappelling off buildings. Our team is now the
digital spearhead of BearingPoint in the Nordics, and we
are expanding rapidly, so something tells me the journey
has only begun!

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I
graduated from Aalto University last year. I majored
in management and international business and took
courses in human resource management, too. In my
opinion, my studies prepared me well for my job. I now
have a strong academic base to build on. It gives me the
ability to understand and put into practise what I have
learnt, as well as to develop the strategic way of thinking.
After having finished the year-long Nordea Gradu-
ate programme as a Management Trainee in June, I now
work as a Branch Manager with 22 subordinates. I am re-
Nordea is a Nordic financial services group with over 30,000 employees working in sponsible for our branch, which means managing our
e.g. customer service, financing, IT and product development. Attracting, developing sales and being accountable for profit. More importantly, I
and retaining highly motivated people are among our highest priorities additionally, set goals for our personnel and make sure everything gets
we invest in great leadership. done on time. An essential part of my job is to encourage
my staff to improve their performance I need to be able
to motivate my team for even better results, which means
Suvi Pitknen
having to have the drive and motivation myself. Of course
M.Sc. (Management and International Business)
it is for me to take care of that my staff is satisfied at work
Branch Manager, Nordea
ARE YOU A STUDENT OR A RECENT GRADUATE? as well. All in all, it is my job to answer for everything that
APPLICATION PERIOD happens within the whole branch. I guess it goes without
Nordea Graduate programme and summer saying that my job offers a lot of challenges.
NORDEA GRADUATE PROGRAMME
jobs: 18.1.14.2.2016 Even though I have worked at Nordea for only a
Kickstart your career as a Nordea graduate! Nordea Graduate pro- year, I feel like I have learned a lot already. I am now able
gramme is a talent programme designed to create extra value for you,
BEGINNING AND CLOSING DATES OF to work more efficiently, I am more confident and, above For me Nordea has
Nordea and our customers. Therefore the three corner stones of our pro- all, I have noticed that it is much easier nowadays for me to
gramme are business knowledge, employeeship and personal growth.
VACANCIES take responsibility for my team. Furthermore, I now have always seemed like
Nordea Graduate programme starts in
As a graduate, you get the best possible opportunity to create networks autumn 2016 and runs for 1-2 years
more courage to take action when necessary, which is ab-
solutely vital to my job.
an ideal employer, the
and unfold your potential while increasing your personal awareness and depending on the business area in which you
business knowledge. Nordea Graduate programme runs for 1-2 years are employed. Summer jobs run during the
For me Nordea has always seemed like an ideal
employer, the number one choice. After having worked
number one choice. After
and consists of international seminars, mentoring process, on-the-job
training and business specific activities.
summer months (minimum of three months
vacancy).
here for a while now, I would still say the same. Everybody
is very supportive and helpful. It is nice to work among
having worked here for
Read more of our graduates thoughts about the programme on face- such proficient coworkers! A positive surprise, though, a while now, I would still
book.com/nordea-graduate-haku and apply for the 2016 programme FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT: was how many incredible possibilities the company offers.
during 18.1.-14.2.2016. nordea.com/career Maybe that is one of the reasons people have such long say the same.
nordea.com/graduate careers within the corporation. There are plenty of inter-

facebook.com/nordea-graduate-haku esting options, both in Finland and abroad.


SUMMER JOBS
Students have amazing opportunities to build net-
(in Finnish)
We offer summer trainee positions also for summer 2016. Majority of works already during studies. Obviously, school is a great
our summer trainees take positions in customer service and sales in Nor- place to start, but KY, for example, offers chances not only
Follow us on LinkedIn:
dea branches throughout Finland. The work in a branch is a great look- to learn management and leadership in practise but also
www.linkedin.com/company/nordea
out spot thus forms a strong basis for career in financial industry. Also to network with your fellow students as well. Do not fail to
Nordea Finance and our centralised units offer summer trainee positions make the most of it!
in Helsinki.

Read more: www.nordea.fi/kestyt and apply for summer jobs during


18.1.-14.2.2016.

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A
fter completing the SEB Corporate Finance Intern-
ship programme in the spring of 2014 I was offered
the opportunity to join SEB as a full-time analyst,
which I happily accepted. Now, after almost 2 years
in the company I can honestly say I made an excellent de-
cision.
SEB Corporate Finance provides comprehensive
advisory services in M&A and equity capital market trans-
actions. We work mainly with large Nordic companies, fi-
Ever since A. O. Wallenberg founded Swedens first private bank in 1856, we at SEB have
nancial institutions and private equity firms. As an analyst,
provided financial services to assist our customers in reaching their financial objectives.
my tasks typically include drafting of presentation mate-
In Finland we are 350 professionals working in central Helsinki.
rials, financial modelling, information research and any-
thing in between. The work is done in teams, and while
you may have your own responsibilities, you also have the
Who are we looking for? full support of your team.
At SEB, you will be offered great opportunities and exciting chal-
Application period What I like about my work at SEB is its diversity
Tuomo Heinonen
lenges. Through our international network, you can develop SEB International Trainee programme: application closing each project is unique. Our projects are typically large and
your talent in many directions. M.Sc. (Finance)
date is January 17th, 2016 complex and usually involve an international aspect. The
Analyst, SEB
Summer jobs: spring 2016 work itself constantly provides you with fresh challenges.
International Trainee programme Corporate Finance Analyst Internship: What is more, you are given the opportunity to work with
We are looking for graduates who have potential, passion and August September 2016 extremely talented and committed people. All of this adds
desire to become future leaders or specialists within SEB. We are Local Internship: September 2016 up to a great learning experience.
looking for people who are humble and driven with business

B
and solution oriented mindsets. Your focus is on building rela-
Merchant Banking Summer Internship: December 2016
ased on my three-month experience at SEB I can
tionships and you have strong analytical skills and the ability to
already say that I have found the perfect place to
learn quickly. Internship periods
start my career. During the one-year SEB Trainee
SEB International Trainee programme:
Corporate Finance Analyst Internship programme my home team is Financial Strategy
September 2016 August 2017
Our 4-month-long programme is the key element of Corporate within the Corporate Coverage department. After the trai-
Finances junior recruitment structure. We want you to be ambi- Summer jobs: summer 2016
nee programme I will continue in my team as a full-time
tious, hard-working and willing to learn. In addition to an out- Corporate Finance Analyst Internship: analyst.
standing academic track record you have a brilliant analytical spring, summer & autumn 2017 In Financial Strategy we provide our corporate cus-
mindset, true team player attitude and good communication
Local Internship: spring & autumn 2017 tomers with advisory services related to their capital struc-
skills.
Merchant Banking Summer Internship: summer 2017 ture and balance sheet. It has been exciting to learn new
Local Internship things but also to notice that I am able to exploit theories
Our 4-month-long programme provides a unique opportuni- Requirements I learnt in university. Hence I would recommend during
ty for you to learn more about banking and to gain a thorough SEB International Trainee programme: graduates your studies to take courses that really interest you. By de-
understanding of SEBs business in Finland. We are looking for veloping your specific skills and interests you start to build
Summer jobs: 1st 5th year students
students who are self-driven, eager to learn and good team
Corporate Finance Analyst Internship: 3rd 5th year students your future career already at school.
players.
If I were asked to list the top three qualities of
Local Internship: 2nd 4th year students Anni Lapatto
my work I would say interesting projects, professional
Merchant Banking Summer Internship Merchant Banking Summer Internship: 4th 5th year M.Sc. (Finance)
yet warm working environment and the SEB Trainee pro-
Merchant Banking, SEBs division for corporates and institutions, students International Trainee , SEB
gramme itself. I highly recommend SEB as an employer to
offers talented students an exciting opportunity to work in the
demanding field of bank and finance during summer months. everyone who is interested in banking and ready to take
More information on responsibility early.
Summer jobs www.seb.fi/rekrytointi
We offer several summer jobs the positions for 2016 will be www.seb.fi
announced during spring. LinkedIn: SEB

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I
joined Summa Capital as an associate in January 2015
after collecting experience from corporate finance for
3 years in a few other Helsinki based teams. I was fa-
miliar with Summa and its impeccable reputation as a
high-quality and dedicated advisor for its clients, and I was
excited to join their team.
I graduated from Aalto University in 2013, where
I majored in finance. I can attest that both my education
and my work experience have helped me to excel in my
job at Summa. At Summa, all employees are expected to
Summa Capital is a partner-owned corporate finance advisory firm founded in 2003. From our office pitch in and carry their weight from day one. Our work in-
in Helsinki we provide first-class corporate finance services in mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, cludes solving of complex problems in a fast-paced en-
financing and capital market transactions in addition to real estate advisory. We offer high-quality, vironment and it is important that all of us support each
comprehensive services, tailored to our clients needs. Our work is based on the four cornerstones: other and bring best to the table. We have an organization
trust, integrity, creativity and expertise. Summas international reach is supported by Globalscope, with a low level of hierarchy and we all share the same am-
a leading cross border M&A network. bition level in the work we do. It is nice to be able to have
Essi Hasu
laughs with your colleagues at all seniority levels and it
M.Sc. (Finance)
gives you energy for your work.
Associate, Summa Capital
Summa has offered me a unique, rapid learning
experience. I have had many exciting opportunities to ad-

FINANCIAL ANALYST TRAINEE vise leading companies in various industries and to partic-
ipate in challenging M&A and financing projects. At Sum-
SUMMA ACADEMY 2016 Application period
January 2016
ma, your work day is never similar to the previous one and Summa gives you a unique
you get to challenge yourself continuously. During my
Summa Academy offers you a flying start to your corporate finance ca-
reer as a financial analyst trainee. In Summa Academy we offer students Who are we looking for?
year at Summa I have been able to participate in an IPO opportunity to experience
and multiple local and cross-border M&A projects in vari-
8-16 weeks internships during March-August 2016, which offers real re-
sponsibility and a chance to learn from your experienced colleagues. As
Students with maximum 1-2 years of ous industries. In addition to challenging projects, I find multiple industries
studies left
a trainee, you will be a full member of the team and involved in complex
that the best part of working at Summa is the opportu-
nity to work with and learn from ambitious and intelligent and companies in one
leading-edge client work. Depending on personal success and interest
Internship period
in corporate finance, we offer the most qualified graduates an oppor-
8-16 weeks during March August 2016
people in your team and at client companies. At Summa
I have had the opportunity to meet and work with vari-
job, which provides an
tunity to join Summa as a full-time financial analyst after the internship
period.
www.summa.fi
ous CEOs and chairmen of listed companies in addition to
leading advisors, whom I used to read about in daily pa-
opportunity for a very
We are looking for students with maximum 1-2 years left in their stud- pers during my time in university. steep learning curve and
ies, who possess a range of qualities, experiences and skills, and who Summa gives you a unique opportunity to experi-
have the potential to make a real difference. Academic credentials are ence multiple industries and companies in one job, which fast career advancement.
important, but these need to be coupled with excellent communication provides an opportunity for a very steep learning curve
skills, initiative-taking attitude, strong focus for results and a good sense and fast career advancement. Working at Summa requires
of humour. ability to adopt new things, flexibility, accuracy and will-
ingness to learn and excel. At Summa, we are always look-
Next students for Summa Academy are selected for spring and sum-
ing for motivated and dynamic people to join our team.
mer 2016. The application period will kick off in January / February 2016.
After a year in this team, I can definitely recommend it to
For further information and updates on the application period and
anyone who is willing to learn and challenge themselves.
about Summa Capital please see http://www.summa.fi/en/careers.php
or contact us at rekrytointi@summa.fi

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Sy mp osi um wil l g a t h e r t h e m ost n ota b le
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Fi nl and und e r t h e sa m e ro of w it h stu d e n ts.
The two -d ay se m i n a r co n s i sts of i n s p ira t i o n a l
sp e e c hes, tho ug h t- p rovo ki n g p a n e l d iscu ss i o n s
and wo rksho ps by co r p o ra te p a r t n e rs.

Pe o p l e l i ke Vi l l e To l va n e n ( Fo r b es To p 3 C M O) ,
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JANUARY 21ST & 22ND
(CEO of Ki oske d) , L i isa V l ika n g a s, Tu o m a s
To i vo ne n (Co -fo un d e r of Ho l vi ) , co m p a n i es l ike
RADISSON BLU ROYAL
EY, M i c rosof t an d Acce n tu re a n d m a ny m o re
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