Summer Trainee SW Engineering

Exciting Summer Trainee Opportunity: Join Our Dynamic Software Development Team!

Are you looking to kick-start your tech career and gain real-world experience at the heart of an innovative company? Join us for a rewarding summer as a valued member of our software development team! You’ll work side by side with experienced professionals, using agile methodologies and collaborating closely with product owners to bring creative solutions to life throughout the development cycle.

What’s in it for you?

• Gain hands-on experience with the latest low-code technologies in our dedicated Center of Excellence.
• Develop practical skills in building business applications using Microsoft SharePoint and Power Platform.
• Work in a supportive, cross-functional, and international environment where your ideas and initiative are valued.
• Enjoy flexibility and autonomy, empowering you to manage your time while making a meaningful impact.
• Enhance your professional network and collaborate with experts invested in your growth.

About You

You’re an enthusiastic learner, eager to explore new technologies and gain valuable hands-on experience. You thrive in a fast-paced, international environment and value the chance to take responsibility for your own projects. Communication comes naturally to you, and you appreciate both teamwork and the freedom to drive your own success. Fluency in English is essential, as it’s our main working language.

Your Skills & Background

• Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Proactive, hands-on approach to prototyping and testing ideas.
• Some experience with Microsoft SharePoint or Power Platform is a plus.
• Interest or experience in creating business applications for real business needs using Microsoft technologies.

In addition, we value

• other relevant skills in software development like JavaScript, Quality Assurance, DevOps, CI/CD, AWS or Azure Cloud basics.
• ability to leverage generative AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot.
• if you know building blocks used in business applications like databases, client-server architectures, backend solutions, CIAM/IAM and integration solutions, best security practices.
• experience in hackathons, programming contests or other social coding & design events.

Take the next step toward your future - apply now and make this summer the start of something extraordinary! Send your CV through our recruitment tool by February 8th, 2026. 

For further information about the role, please contact Topi Virkki, Senior Manager, topi.virkki@fortum.com. 

Apply as soon as possible! We start reviewing applications and reaching out to suitable candidates already during the application period. The job ad will be closed as soon as the right candidate is found.

Our recruitment process may vary depending on the role, but here’s what you can expect:

• Please apply only with your CV/Resume.
• We use screening questions in the application form to ensure candidates meet the must-have requirements.
• For many roles, we include a digital assessment tool (Assessio) early in the process to make the process fair and unbiased, considering the high volume of applications.
• Some applicants are invited to interviews either via Teams or in person, this stage includes at least one interview with the hiring manager.

The summer trainee period typically runs from May to September. 

We are Fortum

Fortum is a Nordic energy company. Our purpose is to power a world where people, businesses and nature thrive together. Our power generation has one of the lowest specific CO₂-emissions in Europe and our actions are guided by our ambitious environmental targets. We generate and deliver energy reliably and help industries to decarbonise their processes and grow. Our core operations in the Nordics comprise of efficient, low-carbon power generation from renewable energy sources and nuclear sources, as well as reliable supply of electricity and district heat to private and business customers.