The City of Kouvola’s international services now operate under the name International House Kouvola. These services, centralized at the Kohoa Synergiakeskus, support immigrants in settling in Finland and Kouvola, and in employment matters. The services also support the internationalization of businesses.
This new centralized service model and the development of international services enhance the city’s competitiveness, diversity, and attraction and strengthen Kouvola’s vitality. International House Kouvola brings previously fragmented services to one place and improves their accessibility.
Smooth and diverse services help immigrants integrate into Kouvola’s community and labor market. Customers will now receive faster and more comprehensive support for settling in, integration, and job seeking. Businesses also benefit from services that support the utilization of international workforce.
Front desk services opening in early November
The front desk services of International House Kouvola (IHK) will open on November 3, 2025, offering guidance and support for immigrants’ initial needs, settling in Kouvola, and job searching.
These services will be located in central Kouvola at the Kohoa Synergiakeskus (address: Kauppalankatu 13) and will be open Monday to Thursday from 9:00 to 12:00.
Towards better and more streamlined services
International House Kouvola’s services will be developed over the next three years as part of an ESF-funded project of the same name. The goal is to clarify services and better meet the needs of both immigrants and businesses.
The development work will include:
- User-friendly website that bring all services together
- New service models, such as job search coaching and the Welcome to Kouvola program
- Close cooperation between various actors through a unique alliance model
More information:
Kaisa Spies, International Coordinator, phone: 020 615 8530, kaisa.spies@kouvola.fi