Atte Rytkönen-Sandberg, lawyer and Finnish Entrepreneurs’ expert, recommends that employers carefully and clearly document their obligations regarding summer employees. Yrittäjägalup’s research also found that many employers ask for advice on contractual matters, working hours and salary levels. Companies are also exploring how best to hire and retain younger workers, taking into account their unique needs and interests.
The survey also revealed that the industry is the most active in hiring summer workers, 41 percent of small and medium-sized companies in the industry are planning to hire. The research also suggests that younger entrepreneurs are more likely to offer summer jobs, while those aged 18–39 are most likely to hire summer workers. The size of the company also seems to matter, as large companies are more likely to offer summer jobs.
Although the share of companies planning summer employees has only slightly increased from the previous year, the development is still encouraging for job seekers. In 2020, at the height of the pandemic, only 17 percent of employers planned to hire summer workers. In 2021 and 2022, however, the figure rose to 23 percent and this year to 24 percent. Therefore, despite the challenges brought by the pandemic, the demand for summer workers is increasing.
The survey also offers ten tips for companies considering hiring summer workers. These include early planning of work assignments, transparency during the recruitment process, equal treatment of all applicants, and the creation of realistic work schedules. Companies should also be aware of labor legislation and collective agreements that may affect the employment of summer workers. In addition, they must organize a thorough induction process and issue work certificates after the employment relationship ends.
All in all, the Yrittäjägallup survey offers promising news for young people looking for a summer job in Finland. As the economy recovers and businesses reopen, employers are taking steps to support and employ the next generation of workers. With careful planning and attention to detail, companies can ensure a successful and productive summer for themselves and their summer employees.
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Source: The Nordic Page