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Vol­un­teer Work Oppor­tu­ni­ties Fair: Learn, Net­work and Con­tribute to the Com­mu­ni­ty

International House Oulu is glad to invite you to the Volunteer Work Opportunities Fair.

Events

IH Oulu Cel­e­brates Its 2‑Year Anniver­sary – Many Events Com­ing Up in April

Welcome to our celebration events at International House Oulu throughout the festive month.

News

Oulu Through Your Lens – Join Our Pho­tog­ra­phy Con­test

Oulu is full of hidden gems, stunning landscapes, and picture-perfect spots… but which ones deserve the spotlight?

Events

It’s Our Birth­day – Let’s Cel­e­brate Togeth­er

International House Oulu is turning 2 – and we’re arranging a celebration full of fun, music, and games!

Stories

“After a Brief Talk, I Made This Crazy Deci­sion” – Sha­keel’s Unique Jour­ney

Shakeel Mehmet's story about Oulu is an inspiring tale of how a chance encounter can lead to a life-changing decision.

Events

AI & Job Search­ing – New Events Com­ing Up Soon

We offer three English speaking AI & job searcing training modules in Oulu. These events are designed especially for professionals and university students.

Stories

Michal Kovařčík: Hock­ey Play­er’s Jour­ney from the Czech Repub­lic to Oulu

Meet Michal Kovařčík, a 28-year-old Czech ice hockey player who has been playing for Oulun Kärpät since last autumn. We interviewed Michal to hear his thoughts about living in Oulu.

Stories

From First Snow­fall to Finnish Sauna: Khadi­ja’s Adven­tures in Oulu

Khadija Akter, a 29-year-old from Bangladesh, shares her journey of adapting to life in Oulu, Finland. Through networking and participating in various events, Khadija has been building a new life and career in Oulu.

Stories

Ben Tardif’s Jour­ney with Kär­pät and New Life in Oulu – “A Safe and Con­ve­nient City”

Ben Tardif is a 25-year-old Canadian playing for the Kärpät ice hockey team. Watch our video for Ben's inspiring story.

Events

Con­nect and Play: Net­work­ing and Board Games Night

Welcome to a relaxed networking and board games event at International House Oulu.

Stories

Engi­neer Chris­t­ian Padil­la’s Jour­ney: “Oulu Changed My Life”

Meet Christian, an Ecuadorian software engineer, as he shares his experience of living, studying, and working in Oulu, Finland.

Stories

The Oulu Effect: How Varghese’s Fam­i­ly Found Their Finnish Rhythm

Jose Varghese's story is a testament to the rewarding life that awaits those willing to embrace the challenges and opportunities of relocating to this Nordic paradise.