Work demonstrations

At the event, there are interesting and engaging work demonstrations by educational institutions. Through these demonstrations, visitors can see how professionals work in various occupations and have the opportunity to ask questions about studying for these professions.

Work demonstrations 2026 will be updated. Work demonstrations 2025 you can check below.

OSAO

Work demonstrations from the study programs that are in English:

Vuonna 2026 mukana ovat seuraavat työnäytökset:

  • OSAO is offering a study programme in business delivered completely in English. After graduation you will be qualified to work in various business-related jobs such as customer service, sales and marketing communications in international environments. The programme includes International Baccalaureate career-related studies (IBCP) age range 16-19. Our internationally geared study programme gives you both globally valid working life skills and academically challenging study component that improves your thinking skills and intercultural understanding. Place of study is at OSAO, Kaukovainio unit, Services. Come and meet us in the Työnäytökset -area and ask more about the possibilities of studying in our English programs.

  • OSAO is offering a study programme in restaurant and catering services delivered completely in English. You can graduate as a cook, and gain diverse skills for cooking, baking, and customer service roles. After graduation you have strong language skills and the skills to work or study in international environments in the restaurant and catering sector. Place of study is at OSAO, Kaukovainio unit, Services and Teaching restaurant Hilikku, Come and meet us in the Työnäytökset -area and ask more about the possibilities of studying in our English programs.

  • OSAO is offering a study programme in tourism industry delivered completely in English. After graduation you will be qualified to work in various tasks in the tourism sector in international environments such as customer service tasks in sales, accommodation and implementation of tourism services in the tourism sector. You are able to service both Finnish and foreign customers in a customer-oriented manner. You can utilize good interaction skills, language proficiency and knowledge of cultures. Place of study is at OSAO, Kaukovainio unit, Services. Come and meet us in the Työnäytökset -area and ask more about the possibilities of studying in our English programs.

Work demonstrations from the study programs that are in Finnish:

  • As a forest machine operator, you will learn to use, transport, and maintain forest machines. You will gain thorough knowledge and handling skills for forest tractors, harvesters, or timber trucks. As a forest machine operator, you will work independently and responsibly with people, forest nature, and machines. You can work as a harvester, forwarder, or timber truck driver, as well as an entrepreneur. As a skilled professional, you will also consider environmental aspects in your forestry and logging work. You can study to become a forest machine operator at OSAO’s Muhos and Taivalkoski units. At the work demonstration area, you can try out the work of a forest machine operator using a simulator and ask about studies and job opportunities in the field.

  • Instrument care studies are suitable for you if you want to work in various infection control, cleaning, disinfection, packaging, and sterilization-related functions and services in the future. As an instrument care professional, you will have extensive professional skills in instrument maintenance and the entire instrument care process. You can work in social and healthcare settings, such as instrument care centers, surgical and anesthesia departments, endoscopy units, laboratories, intensive care, dialysis, and maternity wards, outpatient clinics, pharmaceutical care, and oral health care units. Your workplace can also be in the pharmaceutical and chemical industries, food industry, and other clinical environments such as veterinary clinics, small animal hospitals, and laboratory animal facilities. You can study to become an instrument care professional at OSAO’s Kontinkangas unit. Come and learn more about the field at the work demonstration area, where you can familiarize yourself with the equipment and study materials and ask teachers and students about studies and job opportunities in the field.

  • As a pharmaceutical technician, you will take care of the workplace’s orders and receipts of goods. You will smoothly use inventory control software, store medicines correctly, and handle other inventory management tasks in a multidisciplinary work community. You can direct your studies towards tasks in a pharmacy or hospital pharmacy. In a pharmacy, your tasks may also include customer service, organizing campaign events, working in online services, and office tasks. In a hospital pharmacy, your tasks include collecting medicines, using automation devices, working in dose dispensing, and manufacturing medicines. In all these tasks, you will utilize digital and communication technology and professional quality work skills. You can study to become a pharmaceutical technician at OSAO’s Kontinkangas unit. Come and learn more about the field at the work demonstration area, where you can familiarize yourself with the equipment and study materials and ask teachers and students about studies and job opportunities in the field.

  • As a practical nurse specializing in oral health, you will participate in the research and treatment of oral diseases in collaboration with dentists and dental hygienists. During your studies, you will learn various treatment practices and how to use instruments, materials, and information systems in the field. A practical nurse is responsible for patient and work safety, prepares patients for treatment, manages the reception, and guides clients in promoting oral health. You can work in basic or specialized healthcare in either public or private health services. You can also work independently with patients and perform tasks such as orthodontic procedures. You can study to become a practical nurse specializing in oral health at OSAO’s Kontinkangas unit. Come and learn more about the field at the work demonstration area, where you can familiarize yourself with the equipment and study materials and ask teachers and students about studies and job opportunities in the field.

Luovi Vocational College / Ammattiopisto Luovi

  • VQ in Motor Vehicles Sector (ajoneuvoalan perustutkinto)
    At the presentation point, you can explore the technical structures and components of a car as well as diagnostic equipment.

    VQ in Mechanical Engineering and Production Technology (kone- ja tuotantotekniikan perustutkinto)
    CNC programming
    At the presentation point, you can try welding tasks, CNC programming, and machining simulation.

    VQ in Logistics (logistiikan perustutkinto)
    Driver (kuorma-autonkuljettaja):
    At the presentation point, you can learn about a driver’s workday. Identify the latest traffic signs and determine your collision weight in traffic without seat belts at urban speeds.

    Service Logistics Worke (palvelulogistiikkatyöntekijä):
    At the presentation point, you can practice using a forklift simulator.

    VQ in Natural and Environmental Protection (luonto- ja ympäristöalan perustutkinto)
    At the presentation point, you can explore the diverse tasks in the field.

    VQ in Media and Visual Expression (media-alan ja kuvallisen ilmaisun perustutkinto)
    At the presentation point, you can try graphic design and video shooting! Experience creativity firsthand by testing your design skills or grabbing a camera! Additionally, you will have the opportunity to talk to students graduating as media service implementers from Ammattiopisto Luovi, who will gladly share their experiences about studies and international exchanges.

    VQ in Surface Treatment Technology (pintakäsittelyalan perustutkinto)
    At the presentation point, you can try wallpapering with painters.

    VQ in Cleaning and Property Services (puhtaus- ja kiinteistöpalvelualan perustutkinto)
    Housekeeper(kodinhuoltaja):
    At the presentation point, you can learn about a housekeeper’s workday.
    Site Facilities Operative (toimitilahuoltaja):
    At the presentation point, you can see and try mechanical cleaning services.
    Property Maintenance Operative (kiinteistönhoitaja):
    At the presentation point, you can see the basic tasks of property maintenance.

    VQ in Horticulture (puutarha-alan perustutkinto) 
    At the presentation point, you can learn about plant propagation, identify houseplants, and hear genuine experiences from students about studies in the field.

    VQ in Construction (rakennusalan perustutkinto)
    At the presentation point, you can try the most common tools used by builders.

    VQ in Restaurant and Catering Services (ravintola- ja catering-alan perustutkinto)
    At the presentation point, you can identify vegetables and hear about the work of a chef.

Heidi Härmä

Specialist, solutions to corporate employee needs

Silja Hyrkäs

Specialist, solutions to corporate employee needs