Stockmann DS, Helsinki (Practical Training 1)

I am a third-year student of the Tourism Management program in Jamk. During the spring and summer of 2022, I have been working as an event intern at Stockmann DS, Helsinki.

During my practical training, I had a number of different tasks to do. However, most of them were to create an event idea or to find performers, so I had a lot of office work and, actually, enjoyed it pretty much. As an intern, I also had an opportunity to take a part in different Stockmann events: Kick-off with Chisu, Back to School, Employee party for 160 years of Stockmann, Opening of the History Exhibition, and 160 years event for customers of Stockmann. During these days I mainly had a physical job, for instance, putting decorations in the right place or buying necessary products at the store.

My experience was a very nice one, and I felt welcomed at the company. My tutor Linda was a great manager and a leader in general. She has been helping me during my whole work there and guided me.

Author: Kseniia Agrikolianskaia, Tourism Management Bachelor’s Program.