Guidance available every weekday
Businessasema’s info desk Directs you to the right service provider
BusinessAsema Info is open on weekdays 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Customer service hours via telephone 08 558 558 10 available on weekdays 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Email can be sent to info@businessasema.com
We offer job seekers support, advising and guidance with employment issues. Together with our advisor, you can search for the services that suit you the best and get support in matters concerning employment and training.
You also have the opportunity to meet our pop up advisors without an appointment according to the weekly schedule.
Remote guidance with employment and business issues
You can find more specific information about the available services and their descriptions in the appointment calendar.
In Oulu, employment services can be found at BusinessAsema
In Oulu, employment and business services are provided by BusinessOulu. Individual and business customers receive advice and guidance on job searching, employee recruitment, and skills development. BusinessOulu’s services are available at BusinessAsema. BusinessOulu organizes employment services as part of the Oulu region employment area, which also includes Hailuoto, Ii, Kempele, Liminka, Lumijoki, Muhos, Pudasjärvi, Tyrnävä, Utajärvi, and Vaala.
International House Oulu
IH Oulu gathers different guidance services under the same roof. Services are targeted at international newcomers and immigrants, and also companies planning to recruit international people. We are located at BusinessAsema.
General Guidance
On-site: Uusikatu 52, 90100 Oulu
Service hours without appointment:
Monday and Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 11.30 a.m., Tuesday and Friday from 12 noon to 3 p.m.
Email: ihoulu@ouka.fi. We will respond as soon as possible.
Did you recently move to Oulu? Book an appointment with Welcome Office
International House Oulu’s Welcome Office provides guidance and information for newly arrived international residents at BusinessAsema. You can book a suitable appointment through our booking system. We offer advice and support based on your needs regarding the things you should take care of when settling in Oulu and Finland.
Our services are free of charge.
Services without appointment
Services on Mondays
- General guidance for all non-Finnish speakers 9–11.30 a.m.
- General guidance for Ukrainians 9–11.30 a.m.
- Integration services in Oulu 9–10 a.m.
- Pohde – Social services to support immigration 9–11.30 a.m.
- Support and guidance for people in Oulu who have experienced racism — Anti-Racism Support Centre 12 noon–3 p.m.
- Duuniloikka project (Nuorten ystävät) career counselling for jobseekers and recruitment assistance for employers 12 noon – 3 p.m.
- Guidance on business development: BusinessOulu business services 1–3 p.m.
The first Monday of every month
- Multicultural Centre Villa Victor at 9–11 a.m.
Services on Tuesdays
- Integration services in Oulu 9–10 a.m.
- General guidance for Ukrainians 9–11.30 a.m.
- Guidance for aspiring entrepreneurs: Oulun seudun Uusyrityskeskus – Enterprise Agency of Oulu 12 noon – 3 p.m.
- General guidance for all non-Finnish speakers 12 noon–3 p.m.
- Housing couselling 12 noon – 3 p.m.
- Support and guidance for people in Oulu who have experienced racism — Anti-Racism Support Centre 12 noon–3 p.m.
On Tuesday February 17th, 12:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
On Tuesday March 17th, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
On even weeks only
- Working abroad? Country-specific guidance for job searching and applications in EU/EEA countries 9–11.30 a.m.
Services on Wednesdays
- General guidance for all non-Finnish speakers 9–11.30 a.m.
- General guidance for Ukrainians 9–11.30 a.m.
- Integration services in Oulu 9–10 a.m.
- Sparring and mentoring for solo and small entrepreneurs: Business Mentors 9–10 a.m.
- Guidance for early-stage innovators: Osuuskunta A. Vipunen 12 noon – 1 p.m.
On even weeks only
- OSAO Ovi Admissions Services 12 noon – 3 p.m.
- SIMHE Oamk guidance related to study opportunities for immigrants interested in higher education studies 1–4 p.m.
On odd weeks only
- Towards a new, active life: Exercise counseling for job seekers 12 noon–2 p.m.
Services on Thursdays
- Integration services in Oulu 9–10 a.m.
- General guidance for Ukrainians 9–11.30 a.m.
- Advice on startup entrepreneurship 9–11.30 a.m.
Cancelled 26.2.2026 - General guidance for all non-Finnish speakers 12 noon–3 p.m.
- Finance counselling 1–3 p.m. You can also get advice by calling. tel. 040 191 7225 or email: talousneuvola@pohde.fi
On odd weeks only
- Startup Refugees 12 noon – 3 p.m.
Instructions for remote counselling
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