Support for job search

We want to support you in your job search! As our member, you have access to free guidance and advisory services related to job seeking, provided by our specialised partner organisations.

Participation in services that support employment is voluntary and free of charge for our members. You can decide whether to use these services. Using or not using the services will not affect your unemployment benefits.

The Fund’s services do not replace registering as a jobseeker

The employment support services offered by the unemployment fund are voluntary. Please note that these services do not replace the requirement to register as a jobseeker. You must register with the employment authority, which is either your local authority or your employment area, no later than on your first day of unemployment. You can only receive earnings-related allowance if you have registered as a jobseeker in accordance with their instructions.

Coolla’s career and job search services

Coolla’s service package includes tips for job searching, instructions for creating a CV, and tools to articulate your skills. You can also submit your CV through the service to receive feedback from an expert. The services are provided by Coolla Oy, a company specialising in career and job search services.

You can explore our services by logging into the eService portal.

Within the service package for supporting job searches, websites featuring open job vacancies are highlighted. These websites are:

• Duunitori
• Henkilöstöala HELA ry 
• Indeed
• Jobly
• Kuntarekry
• Työmarkkinatori 
• Valtiolle.fi 
• vuokratyofirmat.fi 

Aamos Valmennuspalvelut job search training

We offer our members, in collaboration with Aamos Valmennuspalvelut, a training series where you will learn for example how to write an effective job application and CV, succeed in a job interview, and maintain motivation in your job search.

The training sessions will be held in Finnish.

The training sessions are held online via Teams and will not be recorded. You can sign up for one or multiple sessions using the link below.

Register for the training sessions (in Finnish)

Crafting a strong CV and job application – Stand out and convince

• Date: 10 March 2026, 10–11
• Location: Online (Teams)
• Register by 9 March 2026

Would you like to secure an interview? A crucial step is often how effectively you present yourself on paper. In this training session, you will learn how to make a strong first impression with your CV and demonstrate your suitability for the role through your application.

Topics covered in the training:

• The role of the CV and job application in the recruitment process
• How to make your CV stand out
• Tailoring your application: how to ensure your message speaks directly to the employer
• Effective language and tone – what to highlight
• When (and when not) to use AI in the application process
• The interplay between your CV and cover letter
• Q&A

Professional job seeking and maintaining wellbeing – Job search methods and mental resilience

• Date: 24 March 2026, 10–11
• Location: Online (Teams)
• Register by 23 March 2026

Have you ever considered that job seeking is a profession in its own right – with its own knowledge base and skill set? Fine-tune your job search process and take a step closer to your ideal role. This session also offers practical tools to help you maintain motivation and support your wellbeing during your job search.

Topics covered in the training:

• What does effective job seeking require?
• The psychology of job seeking: managing uncertainty and waiting
•  Structuring your day and self-management as a jobseeker
• Solution-focused thinking and setting achievable goals
• Recognising your skills and strengths
• Different ways of applying for jobs and the tools to support them
• Q&A

Making a great impression in a job interview – Prepare and persuade

• Date: 14 April 2026, 10–11
• Location: Online (Teams)
• Register by 13 April 2026

Do interviews make you nervous? No need to worry – with thorough preparation, you can boost your confidence and leave a strong impression. In this training, you will also learn how to present yourself effectively and use digital tools to practise your interview skills.

Topics covered in the training:

• First impressions and presentation skills
• Different interview formats: telephone, video, face-to-face
• Typical interview questions and the STAR response technique
• Presenting your skills clearly and persuasively
• Boosting confidence and managing nerves
• AI-powered tools for interview practice
• Q&A

Job Seeking at 50+ – Moving Forward with Your Strengths

• Date: 28 April 2026, 10–11
• Location: Online (Teams)
• Register by 27 April 2026

Is age in job seeking a barrier or an opportunity? The best approach is to focus on the strengths that come with age. This webinar will explore age-related preconceptions, the real challenges in job seeking, and the areas where jobseekers themselves can make a difference. You’ll receive practical tools to highlight the added value of your experience and to map out different routes towards the next stage of your working life.

Topics covered in the webinar:

• Specific features and challenges of job seeking as a 50+ applicant
• Age discrimination – fact or fiction? Research findings and real-life experiences
• Employers’ preconceptions and relevant legislation
• Articulating the added value of experience
• Alternative career paths and different ways to find employment
• Mental wellbeing in times of transition