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 2025 |
For whom |
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| tbc | Aalto Wellbeing Week is an annual wellbeing event for all Aalto people! A lot of events are available during the week to support your wellbeing. See the page for more information. | |
| 4 March, 25 | Looking for work in Finland - introductions to best practice / Seminar by TEK (onsite) | Employees and family members |
| 6 March, 25 | 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 |
| 10 March, 25 | Aalto Club event - visit to the Parliament | Employees |
| 9 April, 25 | is an event series that brings together diverse members of Helsinki’s international community | Employees & Families, Students and Alumni |
| 30 April, 25 | Wappu 2025 - Wappu-like events and atmosphere live and online | Employees |
| 3 June, 25 | Building belonging in Espoo – Aalto LASER Talks | Aalto University The City of Espoo and Aalto maintain a long-term research collaboration focused on developing services for international residents and immigrants. But how should these services be developed – and why through research? Join the event to learn more. | Everyone |
| 5 June, 25 | Helsinki Welcome Day - The City of Helsinki welcomes new residents with an exciting event! | Employees & Families, Students and Alumni |
| SUMMER BREAK | ||
| 29 - 30 Aug, 25 | On Espoo Day, Espoo residents celebrate their hometown by organising free events around the city. | Everyone |
| 2 Sep, 25 | Employees and students | |
| 20 Sep,25 | Aalto 10km & 5km- sports event Join this whole Aalto community's free of charge sports event |
Employees, Students and Alumni |
| 24 Sep, 25 | Webinar series Understanding Finland - Part 1: Culture and wellbeing | Aalto University | |
| 9, Oct 25 | 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 |
| 23 Oct, 25 | New Aalto Employee Welcome Event (save the date) | |
| 25 Oct, 25 | Open Otaniemi | Aalto University Open Otaniemi is a relaxed and enjoyable event day for Aalto University personnel and their families, where you can meet your colleagues and participate in a diverse range of activities. You are welcome to bring a friend along as well! | Employees and families |
| 29 Oct, 25 | Webinar series Understanding Finland - Part 2: Finnish nature as a source of mental wellbeing | Aalto University | |
| 29 Oct, 25 | Employees and families | |
| 30 Oct, 25 | ||
| 19 Nov, 25 | Webinar series Understanding Finland - Part 3: Societal engagement | Aalto University | |
| tbc | Little Christmas - Pikkujoulut by city of Espoo | Especially International employees and spouses |
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.