Route to Code, Oulu

Description

Are you ready for a new career in the ICT industry? Want a job in the ICT-field in Finland but struggle with the language? In addition to our comprehensive training in programming and AI, our program also includes Finnish language courses to help you in finding your career path!

Our six-month employment-focused training program combines practical work experience with high-quality professional education, giving you the skills, confidence, and industry connections needed to succeed.

Working with our network of partner companies, we aim to match you with a role where you can grow and succeed. After the program you may find employment in diverse roles, such as a Software Developer, Frontend or Backend Developer, Full Stack Developer, Web Developer, QA/Test Automation Engineer, or IT Specialist. The program covers modern software development technologies, AI-assisted programming, and Finnish language studies, providing the technical and workplace skills needed for today’s ICT jobs.

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Who can apply?

This program is mainly designed for highly educated immigrants and foreign-language-speaking job seekers in the Oulu employment area who want to develop their professional skills and strengthen their Finnish language proficiency. The program is aimed for people who are highly motivated and find a new career path in the industry. The applicants may either have a formal education in the industry (for example ICT industry, software development, information technology, automation, or electronics), work experience, or knowledge gained through their own projects and hobbies within the industry.

The program will be held in English, so a proficiency and an ability to follow teaching in English is required.

Apply now! Applications are reviewed as they come in, and positions will be filled as soon as suitable candidates are found!

Content of the program

Teaching period (40 days)

The training focuses primarily on programming. The main technologies are MERN and Python. In addition to providing a solid foundation in basic programming, the training equips participants with strong fundamentals in web development (Full Stack) as well as general-purpose Python programming. Trainees have access to an extensive online learning environment where you can study independently and deepen your knowledge of previously learned technologies or expand your knowledge 24/7.

Contents of the program includes:

• Frontend: HTML, CSS, Java-/TypeScript, React, Angular, Redux, RESTful API 
• Backend: Python, NodeJS, Express, JSON, Spring
• Databases: SQL, NoSQL, MongoDB
• AI in programming
• Finnish language teaching  

On-the-job learning period (80 days)

The knowledge and skills gained during the training are put into practice in a real workplace environment. Throughout the on-the-job learning period, participants have the opportunity to apply what they have learned to practical tasks while developing their professional competence.

How to apply

1. Apply for the training by submitting the online application via Job Market no later than 17 of August.

Alternatively, during the application period you may submit a paper application at your local employment services office. (Paper application form: www.suomi.fi, search term keha20e1, Course ID 26079343.) The paper application must be submitted in person. The initial selection is based on your application, so be sure to complete it carefully. Explain your motivation for applying and describe the skills and experience that make you a suitable candidate.

2. In addition, send your CV to Opiframe by email at routetocode@opiframe.com

Please name your CV file using the following format: “LastName FirstName CV”.

We strongly recommend actively searching for the partner company for the on- the-job training period on your own, as this will significantly improve your chances of being admitted to the study program. We also encourage you to apply as early as possible, as applications are reviewed and interviews are conducted throughout the application period.

Finding a partner company

To be officially accepted into the program, you will need a partner company where you can complete your on-the-job learning period and potentially be employed after the training.  We will make use of Opiframe’s network to help in finding the partner company for you, however, we encourage you to search for a company on your own – finding a partner company for yourself independently can significantly increase your chances to secure a placement in the program!

Below you can find information on finding a partner company, and downloadable brochure. Attach the brochure to your email when contacting companies.

Questions? Contact us:

Email us at: info@opiframe.com

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