Company Description
At Konecranes, we believe that great customer experience is built on the people behind the Konecranes name. Everything we do, we do with passion and drive. We believe diversity drives business success and is the foundation for our growth. We welcome different backgrounds and skills that enrich our community and we promote a place where we can ALL be ourselves. This is what makes Konecranes a unique place to work.
Job Description
Are you studying Communications or Marketing and ready to kick-start your career? Do you want to gain valuable experience from communications in an international work environment? If yes, this is the opportunity for you.
We’re looking for a Summer Trainee, Communications to join our Technologies function. The role is mostly located in Espoo but requires occasional visits in our Hyvinkää headquarters (Finland). In this role, you’ll support our communications team and stakeholders with a variety of tasks, including:
- Creating internal and external communication content, including news releases, articles, newsletters, and presentations
- Developing internal and external website content
- Planning and coordinating events
- Supporting major initiatives and projects with communications
- Storytelling and social media activities, including creating videos and visuals
The communication topics relate to technology research & development, AI, digital solutions and procurement.
This summer traineeship is full-time for 4 months, starting date in May 2026, with the possibility of partial remote work.
Qualifications
What we’re looking for?
The role is ideal for a person who is creative, proactive, and full of ideas. You enjoy teamwork, have strong interpersonal skills, and are enthusiastic about learning new. You’re a good fit if you:
- Are interested in technology, such as AI, digitalization, or robotics
- Are currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Communications, Marketing, or Business
- Are able to work independently
- Have strong visual and storytelling skills
- Are familiar with M365 tools (SharePoint, PowerPoint), Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere Pro, Photoshop), AI, and project management
We also appreciate
- Previous experience in similar tasks
- Skills in video and photo editing
What we offer?
Our purpose is to shape next generation material handling for a smarter, safer and better world. With us you’ll get an excellent opportunity to develop your content creation skills and apply your academic knowledge in practice. At Konecranes, we foster an environment where people enjoy their work, feel respected and trusted, and are provided with challenging and interesting responsibilities together. We value teamwork – with us, you’ll have a great, supportive team to guide you through your trainee period.
Additional Information
Interested?
Please submit your Summer Trainee application by 22.2.2026, at the latest, via Apply -link below. We will start screening applications already during the application period so apply as soon as possible. For further information about the role, please contact Emmi Vähäsarja, Communications Manager, email emmi.vahasarja(at)konecranes.com.
What to do while I wait for the application period to end?
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Konecranes moves what matters. We are a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive and sustainable way. That's why, with 16 000+ professionals in over 50 countries, we are trusted every day to lift, handle and move what the world needs.
Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment which is free from any form of discrimination.
