ENABLING WORK INTEGRATION OF INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS INTO LOCAL FIRMS : how can Patteri ES help?
Santibáñez, Damián (2024)
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https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2024120934061
https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2024120934061
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The aim of this research was to facilitate the integration of international students into the local workforce in Kymenlaakso, Finland, by identifying and addressing the challenges they face. Commissioned by Patteri Entrepreneurship Society, and in the context of the Let's Go International project, the study explored what are the most effective, needed and impactful activities and support systems that can reduce the friction for work integration between international students and local companies.
While previous research has addressed some of these issues, this project emphasizes the need for a localized approach and seeks to collaborate with other initiatives sharing similar goals. By advocating for enhanced collaboration among projects and adopting a more targeted approach to supporting international students. This study aims to contribute to a comprehensive understanding and the development of improved integration strategies and actions.
Secondary data from previous studies about this issue in Finland has been explored, along with primary data collected via surveys and face-to-face interviews with Xamk students and local companies, the research identified key obstacles such as language barriers, limited support structures, lack of recognition for previous experience, and unfamiliarity with Finland's "hidden job market." These findings guided the Let's Go International project in providing and funding activities that are targeted to enhance the integration process from a well-informed basis.
While previous research has addressed some of these issues, this project emphasizes the need for a localized approach and seeks to collaborate with other initiatives sharing similar goals. By advocating for enhanced collaboration among projects and adopting a more targeted approach to supporting international students. This study aims to contribute to a comprehensive understanding and the development of improved integration strategies and actions.
Secondary data from previous studies about this issue in Finland has been explored, along with primary data collected via surveys and face-to-face interviews with Xamk students and local companies, the research identified key obstacles such as language barriers, limited support structures, lack of recognition for previous experience, and unfamiliarity with Finland's "hidden job market." These findings guided the Let's Go International project in providing and funding activities that are targeted to enhance the integration process from a well-informed basis.