Summer Trainee, Development

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.

Are you studying Electrical, Mechanical or Production Engineering and ready to hit your professional career with Konecranes Summer Trainee team of 2026? Do you want to gain valuable experience from electrical motor manufacturing and supply chains in an international work environment? We might have the perfect opportunity for you!

We are looking for a Summer trainee, Development to join our Motor Supply team in the Manufacturing Technology organization. As a Development Trainee you will be working with motor manufacturing support and quality related tasks. Your daily responsibilities include for example data-analysis, updating documentation and troubleshooting possible problems with stakeholders. You will work closely with your team members who help you get started and support you in your day-to-day activities. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your cooperation skills and network with the best talents of your industry. The job is located in Hyvinkää with the possibility of partial remote work.

Why join Konecranes?

At Konecranes, you will get to develop your professional skills and apply your academic knowledge in practise. As a Trainee, you will gain meaningful work experience in versatile supply chain support tasks and develop your knowledge in electrical motor components and assemblies. At Konecranes, we want to foster an environment where people enjoy their work, feel respected and trusted, and are provided with challenging and interesting responsibilities. 

Does this sound like something you would appreciate? Check out below what kind of talent we are looking for and apply soon.

What kind of talent are we looking for?

This role is ideal for an engineering student who is eager to learn more about electrical motor manufacturing related tasks. You are welcome to Konecranes as yourself, but we especially value your curiosity to co-operate in cross organisation and also with suppliers, hard-working attitude, and enthusiasm for developing yourself. We appreciate willingness to travel within Europe if needed. There is also a possibility for thesis work after the trainee period. Our work environment is highly international, so proficiency in English and the courage to work in an international work environment are important. 

Requirements:

• Academic background in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Production Engineering (preferably 3rd-4th year studies).
• Practical experience from manufacturing or service environment.
• Good Microsoft Office skills, especially in Excel.
• Experience in co-operation with different stakeholders, like suppliers and subcontractors is seen as beneficial.
• Fluent English language skills, other languages are an asset.
• Understanding of electrical motor manufacturing is seen as highly beneficial.

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 and will fill the role once we find the right fit. For further information about the role, please contact Heikki Kankaanpää, Operations Manager via phone +358 40 662 6872 or email heikki.kankaanpaa(at)konecranes.com.

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