Työllistymistoimiin

Työllistymistoimiin is a Finnish term referring to active labor market measures designed to support jobseekers in entering or re-entering the workforce. The measures are organized and implemented by TE-toimistot (the Public Employment and Business Services) under the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment. The aim is to improve employability, bridge gaps between education and work, and reduce long-term unemployment by offering targeted services and opportunities beyond passive benefits.

Common forms of työllistymistoimiin include: individualized career guidance and counseling; creation of activation plans and regular follow-up; job-search assistance and coaching; vocational and continuing education or retraining; work trials and on-the-job learning periods; subsidized employment arrangements and wage subsidies for employers; apprenticeships and practical skill development; and entrepreneurship support for starting a business. In some regions, language and digital skills courses or basic education may also be part of the package.

Eligibility and access require registration as a jobseeker with TE-toimistot. An activation plan is typically prepared, outlining suitable measures. Participation is generally encouraged or required for those receiving unemployment benefits, with obligations and consequences defined by unemployment security legislation. Participation and availability of specific measures can vary by applicant’s situation, region, and current policy, and they are funded from national and EU resources.

Overall, työllistymistoimiin form the active arm of Finland’s unemployment policy, complementing passive support and aiming to shorten unemployment durations by improving skills, experience, and labor market attachment.