Human Resource (HR) services contact details
Contact details to Human Resources (HR) services for Joint University services as well as for HR units at Schools and Departments.
Social life and recreation
Having social networks helps you feel at home! Aalto University organises many events and other possibilities for international staff and their families to meet and mingle and thus hopefully settle in smoothly. Additionally, we have collected additional external tips and links for you to find the most suitable way to socialise and discover enjoyable and helpful activities.
Planned events for 2026 |
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| 26 Jan 2026 | Friend Program Event: SuomiKamu information session - International House Helsinki The Friend Program offers international newcomers living in the Helsinki area the opportunity to make new friends. |
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| 31 Jan 2026 | Friend Program Event: January Meet and Greet - International House Helsinki | |
| 18 Feb, 2026 | Looking for Work - online seminar by TEK, 18 Feb 2026 | Aalto University Online seminar on how to improve your CV and cover letters, discuss successful ways of finding jobs in Finland, and how to perform better in job interviews. | |
| 24 Feb 2026 | Friend Program Event: SuomiKamu information session - International House Helsinki | |
| 3 March 2026 | Newcomer Information Session - International House Helsinki Newcomer Information Sessions provide a wide range of information and support you in making the Helsinki capital region your new home. |
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| 9 March 2026 | Newcomer Information Session about Working Life - International House Helsinki | |
| 30 March 2026 | Friend Program Event: SuomiKamu information session - International House Helsinki | |
| 23 April 2026 | Newcomer Information Session - International House Helsinki | |
| 25 April 2026 | Hello Espoo event | City of Espoo Calling all Espoo residents, newcomers, and future adventurers! Do you want to know more about the services and activities provided by the City of Espoo. |
Employees, Students and Alumni |
| 28 April 2026 | Newcomer Information Session about Working Life - International House Helsinki | |
| 30 April 2026 | Friend Program Event: SuomiKamu information session - International House Helsinki | |
| 8 June 2026 | Newcomer Information Session - International House Helsinki | |
| tbc | Aalto Club event - visit to the Parliament | Employees |
| tbc | New in Helsinki: Stories of Internationals is an event series that brings together diverse members of Helsinki’s international community | Employees & Families, Students and Alumni |
| tbc | Wappu - Wappu-like events and atmosphere live and online | Employees |
| tbc | Helsinki Welcome Day - The City of Helsinki welcomes new residents with an exciting event! | Employees & Families, Students and Alumni |
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| tbc | Espoo Day(s) is a city-wide celebration for all Espoo residents. On Espoo Day, Espoo residents celebrate their hometown by organising free events around the city. | Everyone |
| tbc | Opening of the Academic year 2025-2026 / Aalto Day One | Employees and students |
| 19 Sep,26 | Espoo Rantamaraton events on 19.9.2026 at special prices for aaltonians | Aalto University |
Employees, Students and Alumni |
| tbc | Welcome to Espoo, Hello Espoo event! Do you want to know more about the services and activities provided by the City of Espoo and organisations in the area? Do you also want to enjoy music performances, keynote and activities for the whole family? Join Hello Espoo Event. |
Employees, Students and Alumni |
| tbc | New Aalto Employee Welcome Event (save the date) |
Feeling at home
At Aalto University, we believe in creating a vibrant and inclusive community. In addition to casual events organized by various departments and schools, we host several larger gatherings that bring together staff members from across the university. These events are wonderful opportunities to connect, collaborate, and build lasting relationships.
We also encourage you to follow the Aalto Social, Newcomer channel. It's a great resource for receiving regular welcome letters and keeping up-to-date with current topics and events designed to help you feel at home and smoothly settle into our community.
If you are not yet following the Newcomer channel, learn how to join Aalto Social, internal social media
The Aaltogether is a platform for everyone at Aalto. Knowledge and training help you forward, events and networks are for encounters, and stories inspire
Aalto employees can establish a club around a theme they are keen on and there are several persons interested in the club. The club is entitled to a small financial support and entitled to operate on the Aalto premises. The intention is that the clubs would cover the whole university, i.e. every employee is welcome to join the club's activities.
Aalto University is collaborating with the City of Helsinki's Spouse Program to link international spouses of our employees with a vibrant community that fosters collaboration and networking.
The Spouse Program is a service that helps international spouses settle into life in the Helsinki capital region. Through a mix of community and career support, the program helps you build new networks and find exciting opportunities in your new home. This program is open to all international spouses residing in the Greater Helsinki Region. You are warmly invited to join and participate in the wide array of activities!
Please register and see more info in here
See also
International mobility of our staff index
International mobility of our staff index
For families and spouses
Moving to Finland? Here you can learn more about practicalities.
Practical issues upon moving
On this page you find information on practical issues concerning moving to Finland, such as about social security, taxation and opening a bank account.
Spouse Network
Aalto University is collaborating with the City of Helsinki's Spouse Program to link international spouses of our employees with a vibrant community that fosters collaboration and networking. The Spouse Program warmly welcomes all spouses to join their active community full of exciting opportunities.
Aaltogether
Information, training and services to help us in building a community where everyone belongs.