
Student Day – Employer of the Future
Thursday 16 April
Forest industry talent – this afternoon is for you!
Come get inspired and connect with the industry shaping the future!
Welcome to a special afternoon designed just for students interested in the future of the forest-based bioeconomy! On Thursday 16 April, Pulp & Beyond invites students to explore the event in a fun and inspiring way.
At the Pulp & Beyond you have an opportunity to meet wood processing industry representatives of companies who will introduce you to the employing possibilities in the industry. You will also get inspiring tips for job hunting from the representatives and the event programme!
Student day is free for all students. The age limit for the event is 16 years old.
Student Day programme

Keynote speaker: Frank Martela
Philosopher and researcher Frank Martela will deliver an engaging keynote on the theme of purpose, motivation, and meaningful work – a must-hear for anyone thinking about their future career path.
Explore with the student map
Grab your Student Orienteering Map and embark on an interactive journey through the exhibition halls! Discover companies, meet professionals, and collect insights by visiting marked booths. This is a great opportunity to network, learn, and have fun while navigating the world of bioeconomy innovation.

What | Who | Why

What is the student day about?
The Employer of the Future theme day gives you the opportunity to: explore career opportunities in the wood processing industry, meet recruiters, listen to the career stories of former students and participate in panel discussions to help you find your career path.
Who is it for?
The Employer of the Future theme day is free for all students. If you are studying in the field of wood processing or interested in employment opportunities in the industry, the theme day is the perfect place for you. The age limit for the event is 16 years old.


Why?
You get to meet and discuss directly with business executives and recruiters, as well as create vital contacts for your career. In addition, you will get a better understanding of future job opportunities and gain a comprehensive insight into wood processing industry.

You can recognise the companies participating in the Future Employer theme day by this sign.
The stands marked with this badge are prepared for the day and are happy to discuss your career goals with you! So please feel free to approach the company representatives if you want to hear and know more about the company.
Taking part in the theme day
Stand 5a26
Stop by PI’s stand! Discover the perks of student membership, upcoming events, scholarships, and mentoring opportunities – and take a spin at our prize wheel.
PI connects over 2,600 forest industry professionals and students – and student membership is free. Come say hi, make new connections, and pick up tips for your future. See you at our stand!
Stand 5B31
Experience the Future of Technology at Our Stand!
Discover Smart Technologies in Pulp and Paper Operations
At our stand, students will have the unique opportunity to explore how smart technologies are revolutionizing the pulp and paper industry. You will learn how advanced automation and data-driven insights are utilized to reduce operating costs, enhance reliability, and boost productivity.
Engage and Participate
Visitors to our stand can engage in interactive activities that showcase real-life applications of smart technology. You will have the chance to discuss with our experts about potential career paths, gain insights into industry trends, and learn about the specific tasks that you can participate in.
Make an Impact!
Let’s discuss where smart technology can make the biggest impact in your future career. This is not just a visit; it’s an opportunity to start your journey into an exciting and evolving sector.
Join us to learn, explore, and take the first step towards an incredible career in smart technology!
Stand 4C19
At the Kemira booth, students will have the opportunity to meet professionals who are excited to share more about career opportunities at Kemira, what it’s like to work here as a young professional and in the company, and how they have developed their careers within the company. Our exhibitors are more than ready to answer any questions you may have and to discuss your thoughts! We also have some treats for you and a small program at the booth — come and find out what it is about (tip: “pose-click”)!
Stand 5e18
Exploring Collaboration Opportunities in the European Market – Parason Machinery India Pvt Ltd.
Hello,
Greetings from Team Parason!
We are Parason Machinery India Pvt. Ltd., a leading machinery solutions provider for the pulp and paper industry.
We are currently exploring opportunities to collaborate with agencies and companies in the European market to represent us in specific countries. We would be pleased to work together for the promotion and supply of our stock preparation equipment, spare parts, and refiner fillings.
Allow us to briefly introduce our capabilities:
Pulp Mill Equipment – Solutions for both virgin and recycled fiber
Pulp Mill Spares – Including support for OEM spares from leading brands such as Voith, Andritz, and Valmet
Engineering Services – Basic and detailed engineering for process, plant, and instrumentation
ETP (Effluent Treatment Plant) Solutions
MFB (Molded Fiber-Based) Solutions – Focused on eco-friendly packaging and food service products
For a better understanding of our organization, please find our corporate video below and visit our website:
www.parason.com
We look forward to your response and hope to explore a mutually beneficial partnership.
Stand 4e19
Runtech is a easily approachable company, that is set apart from traditional equipment suppliers by years of hands-on papermaking knowhow. Runtech has approx. 100 employees mainly in Finland in four locations: Kolho, Kotka, Turku and Tampere, but also in China, US and in several European countries working from their home offices. Our sales team is supported by an extensive agent network.
Today, Runtech is part of Ingersoll Rand. We are a small, but market-leading brand with muscles and opportunities of a large corporation. You might have heard about brands such as Gardner Denver, Robuschi, Elmo Rietschle, Emco Wheaton, Hibon, Nash or Seepex.
Meet our team and experience Runtech hospitality – we always have good food and nice people at our booth, making it worth visiting no matter what you study.
Stand 5a39
Grow a better future with us!
We operate woodfibre manufacturing facilities on three continents. We hire to a wide range of roles in production/manufacturing /logistics and offer diverse opportunities in our Research Centres and office locations.
We use every part of the tree to make world-class products for customers in over 150 countries. From paper and pulp to cosmetics, medicine and more, we are driving the bio-based circular economy alongside our partners – to help build a thriving, more sustainable world. A career at Sappi is an opportunity to put down roots where it matters.
Stand 5b10
Discover how renewable materials shape everyday life.
At the Stora Enso stand, meet our people, explore career opportunities, and discuss how you can build a meaningful career contributing to a more sustainable future.
Stand 4e11
Building future together
Are you curious and eager to achieve great results in your field of expertise? Join our story and create your own impact by developing your expertise and building solutions that help make our lives safer, smarter and more sustainable. Flow into our booth 4e11 at Pulp & Beyond 2026 for a coffee and chocolate mixed with industry news and to explore the career opportunities at Sulzer.
Stand 5c45
At Sweco, the future is not far away, because we are already planning for it today. Planning the cities and our environment of the future requires innovations, strong technological expertise and new experts who have a burning desire to be involved in planning a more sustainable society.
We offer mainly final-year students in the field of technology opportunities for both summer internships and part-time work alongside their studies, and with that also opportunities to complete their final thesis. This summer 2026, the application period for summer jobs has unfortunately already expired and the summer jobs have been filled, but check out our open positions here: https://www.sweco.fi/ura/avoimet-tyopaikat/?ppp=20 – if you cannot find a suitable open position for you, you can leave us an open application!
Stand 4b19
Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. Our commitment to moving our customers’ performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, project excellence, service know-how – and above all, teamwork.
We build machines the size of a football field, maintain entire mills and innovate solutions to utilize renewables. Think about the scale of our work and you’ll get a feeling of what kind of people we need and how they need to collaborate.
Every day there are Valmet teams around the world who share the feeling of achieving something great – that feeling when everything works together.
We are constantly looking for new professionals to join our global team. Are you looking for the next adventure in your career, wanting to work with exciting projects or experience an empowering work culture?