ABC of the working world
You can avoid many problems by knowing the rules that govern the world of work. You have many rights when working in Finland. Just follow our online guide to your rights and insist on them at work!
The SAK Fair Play at Work service will help you overcome the challenges of the working world, providing answers to such questions as:
Where can I find a job? How can the length of employment and working time vary? What do I need to know if I move to Finland for work?
What things must be included in an employment contract? How are my terms and conditions of employment determined? Who can I turn to for help at the workplace?
How much should I get paid? What is my entitlement to breaks and days off? What can I request from the occupational health care service?
The details of employment can often be quite complicated, but you do not have to tackle these problems alone. If something is not clear to you, then don’t be afraid to ask your supervisor, shop steward or trade union. They can also help if you have problems at work.
You may also contact the SAK employee rights advisory service, which is part of the Fair Play at Work service. The employee rights advisory service is designed specifically for young employees and workers of foreign origin.
Information in 26 languages
Our ABC guide to working in Finland describes the ground rules of the working world in English, Finnish, Swedish, Russian and Ukrainian. You can also find basic background information on working in Finland in 21 other languages.
Find your own trade union
A trade union can help when you need support in the world of work. The Tradeunion.fi service will help you find a suitable union according to your industry or the name of your workplace. Find your own union and join today!