Career planning as a PhD
By selecting a degree programme you are able to see the general content as well as the possible degree programme-specific content. You do not have to select a degree programme to see the Open University's instructions.
Search for degree programme
When you search for a degree programme by name or by part of the name the options in the list of degree programmes below the search field is narrowed down. After this you have to choose the degree programme from the list.
Open University programmes
Bachelor's Programmes
Master's and Licentiate's Programmes
Doctoral Programmes
Specialist training programmes
Instructions
Career paths for doctors
It is good to think about the post-dissertation career already at the beginning of your postgraduate studies, even if it feels like it is far away in the future.
Career Services
Are you wondering about entering worklife or thinking about the future? Can you identify your skills and strengths? What motivates you? Career Services organise workshops, peer groups and events on these themes and more. On this page you will find information on Career Services as well as contact details.
Career Services’ guidance and counselling
For degree students and recent graduates Career Services offer career counselling both individually and in group settings as well as guidance on questions related to job seeking and traineeships. On this page you will find information on Career Services' guidance and counselling services.
Career and Recruitment Events
Career Services organises events, workshops and info sessions on career and employment. On this page you fill find information on Career Services' career and recruitment events.
Working abroad
International work experience is much more than improving your language skills.
Tools for planning your career and future
When you want to think about your career and future, this page provides tools, information and perspectives to support your independent career planning.
Mentoring programmes
Mentoring is an excellent way to improve your self-knowledge, networks and familiarity with employment.
Entrepreneurship
The University of Helsinki offers a wide range of support for students interested in entrepreneurship through various support networks and communities.
Tips for job search
Job seeking is not limited to updating your CV and submitting applications. Finding employment begins with identifying your personal competence and potential. On this page, you will find information, assignments and tools for you to help you enhance your job-seeking skills.
Career monitoring reports
University of Helsinki follows the careers of graduates.
Doctors as alumni
Everyone who has got their degree from the University of Helsinki, and all of the university's exchange students and staff members are considered its alumni. You can register as alumni anytime during your doctoral studies.