Teaching Assistants for the School of Engineering
Aalto University
Company Overview
What They Do
Aalto University is a public research university located in Espoo, Finland, renowned for its significant academic programs and research initiatives focused on renewable energy technologies. While it is not a commercial entity, it serves as a vital talent pipeline for the renewable energy sector, offering various academic, research, and collaborative industry roles. The university's core technology focus encompasses sustainable energy production, energy storage and conversion, and advanced fuels, among other areas, making it a leader in energy research (source: aalto.fi).
Projects & Track Record
Aalto University has been involved in several notable projects that highlight its commitment to advancing renewable energy technologies. One such initiative is the Zero Emission Marine project, which aims to reduce maritime greenhouse gas emissions by 60% by 2030 through the use of hydrogen-based fuels, with Aalto contributing critical combustion research (source: wartsila.com). Additionally, the HENNES Project, funded by Business Finland, focuses on developing hydrogen combustion technologies for emission-free applications (source: wartsila.com). Aalto's collaboration with Helen Ltd, which began in 2024, utilizes AI for optimizing smart energy systems, showcasing the university's innovative approach to energy challenges (source: helen.fi).
Recent Developments
In December 2025, Aalto University renewed its five-year R&D partnership with Wärtsilä, expanding the collaboration to include international efforts in AI, machine learning, and advanced materials (source: wartsila.com). The university also secured €25.67 million from the Research Council of Finland for research focused on green transition technologies, including sustainable microelectronics and urban transformations (source: sciencebusiness.net). Furthermore, Aalto has made significant strides in sustainability, achieving 100% renewable electricity since 2016 and phasing out coal in district heating ahead of schedule (source: aalto.fi).
Working There
At Aalto University, roles span a variety of disciplines, including research positions in energy conversion and systems modeling, as well as PhD and industrial doctorate opportunities funded by industry partners like Wärtsilä. The university fosters a collaborative culture that emphasizes industry-academia partnerships, with hiring primarily occurring at the Otaniemi campus in Espoo (source: aalto.fi). Employees benefit from a supportive work environment that includes flexible hours, occupational health services, and generous annual leave, reflecting the university's commitment to employee well-being (source: aalto.fi).
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Job Description
Assistant positions in the School of Engineering bachelor's and master's programme courses are now available. The positions are suitable for both bachelor's and master's programme students and offer a great opportunity to earn income flexibly alongside your own studies in a comfortable and familiar working environment. The tasks include guiding students during exercise sessions, providing feedback, and grading returned assignments or exams.
In addition to salary and flexible working hours, assistant position offers an excellent opportunity to recall previous studies and familiarize yourself with working in an academic teaching and research environment under the guidance of permanent staff.
List of bachelor's programme courses available. Fluency in the language of instruction, Finnish, is mandatory:
EKO-C2001 Termodynamiikan ja lämmönsiirron perusteet
Opetus: periodi I-II, harjoitukset keskiviikkoisin ja torstaisin klo 14-16
Yhteyshenkilö: Eero Hirvijoki ([email protected])
EKO-C1015 Termiset energianmuuntoprosessit
Opetus: periodit I-II, harjoitukset perjantaisin klo 12-14
Yhteyshenkilö: Kristian Rönn ([email protected])
EKO-C1018 Termodynamiikka energiatekniikassa
Opetus: periodit I-II, harjoitukset torstaisin klo 12-14
Yhteyshenkilö: Henrik Holmberg ([email protected])
ENE-C3001 Energiasysteemit
Opetus: periodi I, harjoitukset keskiviikkoisin klo 10-12
Yhteyshenkilö: Kari Alanne ([email protected])
ENG-C1002 Statiikka
Opetus: periodi I, harjoitukset Ma ja Ke klo 10-12, To klo 14-16, ja Pe klo 12-14
Yhteyshenkilö: Tom Gustafsson ([email protected])
List of master's programme courses available: Fluency in the language of instruction, English, is mandatory:
AAE-E3095 Wind power engineering
Teaching: periods I-II, exercises on Fridays at 12-14
Contact person: Hannele Holttinen ([email protected])
AAE-E3100 Energy carriers
Teaching: period I, exercises on Fridays
Contact person: Hamid Godini ([email protected])
MEC-E1075 Selection of materials and manufacturing processes
Teaching: period II, exercises on Mondays and Thursdays at 12-14
Contact person: Juha Huuki ([email protected])
Instructions:
- Attach your up-to-date Aalto university study record to the application (mandatory).
- Indicate in the application system all course assistant positions you are applying for.
- The call closes on Friday 17.4.2026.
If you are an Aalto employee, apply for the positions through our internal Workday system (internal jobs). Use your existing Workday user account. Aalto University reserves the right to leave any position open, extend the application period, and reopen the application process for justified reasons.
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About the role
April 17, 2026
Part time
School
- Espoo, Finland
Student
UTC+02:00
