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Work experience (TET) is an opportunity to get a glimpse into the daily life of the transport industry. During a TET placement, you'll get to experience what it's like to work, meet new people, and potentially discover your future career path. Don't forget to explore the logistics education offerings – vocational colleges can provide support and advice for planning your own route!
Next step?
See if the transport industry is for you! Find transport companies in your area on our website where you can complete a TET placement. Get inspired, inquire, apply!
Also explore vocational institutions offering logistics education. You'll get information about the content of different study programs and how to apply. The staff at these institutions will be happy to advise you in planning your own path.
Driver, dispatcher, business professional, entrepreneur – logistics is all this and much more! During your TET period, you'll get to explore and participate in real work tasks alongside industry professionals. Welcome!
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TET Placements
Experience it to find out! Find transport sector TET placements in your area. Don't hesitate to contact companies by calling or sending a message.
Please note! Currently, TET placements are available in the regions of South Ostrobothnia, Central Finland, and North Karelia. The offering will expand during 2026.
Here you can find work experience placements in the transport and logistics sector in South Ostrobothnia.
Härmän Liikenne
Bus services
Opportunity to gain diverse insight into the bus industry, including urban transport, scheduled services, school transport, and charter services.
The main location is primarily Seinäjoki, but upon request, placements can also be arranged at the company’s other locations (Kauhava, Alajärvi, Ylistaro).
Yhdystie 11, Seinäjoki
Get in touch and ask about a placement:
Teemu Alppinen
0503879405
teemu.alppinen@harmanliikenne.fi
Ari Pöytälaakso Oy
Road transport
Opportunity to learn about Valio’s, Posti’s, and Lindström’s distribution operations.
Lastausväylä 16, 60100 Seinäjoki
Get in touch and ask about a placement:
Teija Pöytälaakso
0405354662
teija@aripoytalaaksooy.fi
Veljekset Finnilä Oy
Primary production and general cargo transport
Sorvitie 1, 60100 Seinäjoki
Get in touch and ask about a placement:
Heikki Finnilä
0400863440
heikki.finnila@finnilat.fi
Mika Laakso Oy
Road transport
Familiarization with agricultural transport, including livestock transport.
Takalantie 26, 62310
Get in touch and ask about a placement:
Mika Laakso
0400299593
kuljetusliikemikalaakso@netikka.fi
Here you can find work experience placements in the transport and logistics sector in North Karelia.
Kuljetusliike Kontkanen Oy
Transport sector
Introduction to the transport company’s operations from the depot, and if possible, a few short trips as a co-driver.
Kalattomantie 73, 83500 Outokumpu
Get in touch and ask about a placement:
Sini Pesonen
0400738555
sini.pesonen@kontkanen.fi
Kuljetus P. Kiiskinen Oy
Food transport
Distribution of products from Valio and its partners to stores, institutions, and restaurants.
Kostelantie 5 B, 80850 Paihola
(Address where work begins: Meijerintie 1, 80100 Joensuu)
Get in touch and ask about a placement:
Petri Kiiskinen
050 536 8082
kiiskinen.pe@gmail.com
Husso Yhtiöt Oy
Transport and lifting services
Introduction to the transport company’s operations from the depot, and if possible, from the co-driver’s seat during transport and lifting assignments.
Wahlforssinkatu 8, 80100 Joensuu
Get in touch and ask about a placement:
Tuomas Husso
050 529 8594
info@kuljetuskettunen.fi
Here you can find work experience placements in the transport and logistics sector in Central Finland.
Koiviston Auto Jyväskylä Oy
Driver role, mechanic role, traffic operations management.
Passenger transport
Sorastajantie 5, 40351 Jyväskylä
Get in touch and ask about a placement:
Jorma Hepola
0405036741
jorma.hepola@koivistonauto.fi
Ikonen Yhtiöt Oy
Timber transport
Introduction to timber truck transport, vehicle repair shop, and spare parts sales.
Located in Kangasniemi
Teollisuustie 1, 51200 Kangasniemi
Get in touch and ask about a placement:
Mikko Vepsäläinen
0401972260
mikko.vepsalainen@ikonenyhtiot.fi
Kuljetusliike Taipale Oy
General cargo
Introduction to terminal operations and driver’s work.
Taipaleenkatu 6, 41310 Leppävesi
Get in touch and ask about a placement:
Hanna Vainio
0405113722
hanna.vainio@kaukokiito.fi
Frequently Asked Questions
Want to get a behind-the-scenes look at the transport sector? Come for a TET placement at a transport company! Here are some answers to frequently asked questions. Our company contact persons will be happy to tell you more!
TET, or 'introduction to working life,' is an opportunity to experience what it's like to be in a real transport sector workplace. During it, you'll get to observe employees, participate in small tasks, and learn about the diverse roles the transport sector offers.
Yes, you can visit several different (transport sector) companies during your TET placement, if your school allows it. This is a great way to compare different fields and explore various professions. If you wish, you can also include an orientation day at the nearest vocational college offering logistics training during your TET placement. Feel free to communicate your wishes to the company's contact person, and they will help you tailor your TET placement to your preferences!
Select your region and a company that interests you from this page. Inquire with the company's contact person if a TET placement is available at your desired time. Inquire well in advance, at least two weeks before your desired TET placement period. Also, mention if you would like to visit another company or the nearest vocational college offering logistics training during your TET placement. You will receive application instructions from the company's contact person.
The company will advise you on how to prepare. General requirements for a TET placement in the transport sector include safety shoes and a high-visibility vest. It may be possible to borrow shoes from vocational institutions. You can get more information about the required equipment and how to obtain it from each company.
You will receive all necessary practical information from your school and the company where you complete your TET placement. For example, practices regarding meal arrangements vary depending on the company's location and the nature of the work. If anything is unclear, don't hesitate to ask your guidance counselor or the company's contact person!
Education
Shape your future! Explore secondary education institutions where you can study logistics. You can choose specializations in transport services, internal logistics, and airport services.
We are currently updating the list of training locations.
Explore logistics education opportunities in Central Finland!
Gradia
Logistics training provides a comprehensive overview of the transport sector and the opportunity to implement customer-oriented logistics services. You can specialize in transport duties, warehouse work, or logistics expert roles.
Poke
The basic qualification in logistics teaches you to safely transport goods and vehicles, and to handle loading and maintenance. This training prepares you to become a truck or combination vehicle driver.
Explore logistics training opportunities in North Karelia!
Riveria
In Riveria's logistics training, students learn about goods handling, storage, and transportation, as well as the use of various vehicles and equipment. The program prepares graduates to work as, for example, truck, bus, or combination vehicle drivers, or service logistics employees.
Luovi
In Luovi's logistics training, students learn about goods reception, storage, and delivery, and how to perform logistics tasks efficiently and safely. The program prepares graduates to work as service logistics employees or combination vehicle drivers in diverse logistics roles.
Explore training opportunities in the logistics sector in South Ostrobothnia!
Sedu
Rubber wheels keep our society moving. Do you enjoy mobile work, either on the road or in a warehouse? At Sedu, you can become a combination vehicle driver, a bus driver, or a warehousing professional. By completing a vocational qualification in transport, you can specialize in timber transport.
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