Summer worker keeps the wheels moving

Summer workers are very useful when other personnel are on holiday. On this page, you can find concrete guidance on hiring a young person. Next, we will present some misconceptions about summer workers – and the reasons why the myths are not true.

Young people appreciate the work, and working is important for them. By meeting young people at a recruitment event, for example, you can find out in good time what motivates potential candidates. Summer workers remain motivated when:

Their tasks are meaningful and interesting.
They receive good orientation training and support at work.
The work community is encouraging.
The young person feels that they are a respected member of the team.

Especially during holidays, fixed-term employees reduce the burden on permanent staff. To help the summer worker as much as possible, take care of at least the following:

A good recruitment process ensures that the summer worker is compatible with the company.
Orientation and clear tasks help the summer worker understand their responsibilities.
Set goals for the summer worker and give them regular feedback so that they can do better in future.

What are the most common misconceptions about summer jobs and why the myths are not true. Read more, how working in the summer is the best time of a young person’s life.

We help organisations hire summer workers

Have you heard of the Summer Job Voucher? Espoo’s Youth Services annually distribute Summer Job Vouchers aimed at promoting the employment of young people in Espoo during the summer. The City of Espoo will pay EUR 300 to all employers who hire a young Espoo resident between 1 May and 30 September using a summer job voucher. Read more about the Summer Job Voucher here.

You should also check out the temporary job app, through which you can employ a young person for a short period of time, even just for a few hours. This way, you are helping young people gain work experience – all kinds of work experience are important. Read more here.

You can find additional tips and help for recruitment in this Business Espoo list.

Summer worker keeps the wheels moving

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“Summer workers do more harm than good” – the right summer worker can save your holidays

We help organisations hire summer workers