International Work Lahti Project

The project supports job seekers in preparing for the labor market by focusing on work-related skills. Coaching coordinators quickly assess key competencies, language proficiency, and readiness for further training (excluding overlaps with the recognition of statutory skills). The assessment process also emphasizes identifying hidden skills and highlighting the broader capabilities of the job seeker.

Our business coordinators visit companies to assess their recruitment needs and identify hidden job opportunities. Employers are also offered apprenticeship, work trial, or internship options to support the employment of job seekers. The project team’s goal is to ensure a smooth induction process when the job seeker starts their new role.

The IWL Project provides support during the induction process at the workplace, following the employer’s guidelines. Employers can receive assistance in Finnish language support during the initial stages of employment. The aim is to reduce language barriers and foster a language-neutral workplace safety culture. Additionally, the employee may receive coaching on Finnish work culture and workplace practices.

In collaboration with our partners, the IWL project aims to innovate new ways of supporting the employment of foreign-language speakers. We will experiment with different recruitment models and solutions, which can be combined, modified, or streamlined throughout the project. The most effective models will be formalized and included in the final version of the IWL recruitment services.

The project team will focus on developing its expertise in rapid and versatile recruitment trials for foreign-language speakers. These insights will be used by business coordinators, employment services staff at the City of Lahti, and our collaborators to enhance their recruitment capabilities.