SUMMER TRAINEES 2026: Projects and International Collaboration

Just an office job? Only if you ignore the impact.

Are you looking for a summer job that offers more than just a desk and a screen? At CSC, we have dozens of summer positions open for students from various fields who want their work to make a real difference. With us, you’ll get to build your career, work on meaningful projects that impact society, and gain valuable experience with cutting-edge technology and expert services. Our Summer Xperience program connects trainees through networking events and shared activities.

The application period for summer trainees is January 16 – February 15, 2026.

We are looking for 3 trainees to our International Collaboration and Partnerships unit. See the detailed job descriptions below and send us your application!

Summer Trainee, International Relations and Policies

The focus of the International Relations & Policies group is to strengthen CSC's global engagement and impact, and to enhance CSC’s position as a key player in the international science, technology, and innovation landscape.

We are looking for a trainee to support the work of the International Relations & Policies group. In this role, you will assist in international cooperation and policy-related activities.

Key responsibilities for the trainee include:

• helping with logistics and preparations for international visits and events,

• assisting in communication efforts and drafting position papers, preparing policy updates and assisting with administrative tasks in international RDI projects.

What we expect from you:

• Good co-operation skills

• Self leadership skills

• Basic understanding on relevant policies and international relations work

• Excellent in spoken and written English.

Summer Trainee, International Projects Administration and Communications

The Contracts, Administration, Reporting and Engagement group provides essential support services to manage CSC’s EuroHPC contract portfolio, administrative processes, reporting needs and tailored engagement activities.

The trainee will join the group providing support for activities related to high-profile initiatives like LUMI and the LUMI AI Factory and related projects as well as other initiatives like the EuroHPC Federation Platform including:

• Support for the project management offices in various tasks related to project and consortium management

• Support for tailored outreach, communication and engagement activities targeting key stakeholders including EuroHPC, consortium members, user communities and the broader public.

What we expect from you:

• Very good interpersonal and communication skills

• Fluent English, both written and oral

• Good time management, flexibility and multi-tasking

Summer Trainee, International Engagement

The Strategic European Engagement and Coordination group supports CSC’s global and European strategic engagement. The team works to strengthen CSC’s position as a trusted partner in Europe by coordinating European-level activities, monitoring emerging EU initiatives, and supporting the involvement of different business units. The group also identifies new business opportunities for CSC and helps translate European developments into concrete actions for the organisation.

The trainee will support the SEEC team in consolidating the CSC’s position as trusted partner in Europe.

Key responsibilities for the trainee include:

• Support the engagement and communication activities part of the EOSC EDEN, FIDELIS and EOSC United projects

• Desktop research studies and landscape analysis

• Supporting the execution of EC-funded projects

What we expect from you:

• Good qualitative analytical skills, including experienced use of Excel

• Flexibility and multi-tasking

• Very good interpersonal and communication skills

• Fluent English, both written and oral

What we offer?

At CSC, you’ll be part of something that matters. You’ll work on projects that support research, education, and the digital future of society – and you’ll learn a lot along the way.

Our Summer Xperience program brings trainees together for networking and fun activities, helping you build contacts that last beyond the summer. You’ll also enjoy flexible working hours, the option for remote work, and inspiring workspaces in Keilaniemi, Espoo, and Renforsin Ranta, Kajaani. Employees can also take advantage of a lunch benefit during the workday.

Our summer trainees usually work from May to August, but other dates are also possible. The duration is usually 3–4 months.

Traineeship is paid. The salary depends on the stage of studies but is at least 2100 €/month.

Please send your application by 15.2.2026. Apply as soon as possible – we start interviewing already during the application period and selections will be done right after we have found suitable persons. We aim to inform all applicants about the progress of the recruitment by the end of March 2026 at the latest. Reviewing applications takes time, so there is no need to worry if you do not hear from us immediately. 

Who are we?

We work together for the future of research and learning through advanced technology. Our competence is the platform on which our society researches, learns and remembers. With us, you get to do meaningful work for the digitalisation of Finnish society, not forgetting significant international cooperation projects.

CSC is a non-profit special assignment company owned by the Finnish government and Finnish higher education institutions. We build digital solutions for data management, scientific computing, and education that enable researchers, learners, and companies to understand the world.

Our company’s key resource is our curious personnel with a willingness to learn, and their well-being at work is very important to us. As a community, we work to ensure that well-being, diversity and inclusiveness are embedded in our culture and practices.

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