From Istanbul to Rovaniemi – Turkish students gained practical experience at REDU

Kaan Ard Karaaslan and Ömer Faruk Cali are students at Istanbul Airport Technical and Anatolian High School. They study aircraft maintenance. The three-week internship at REDU gave the students an opportunity to put into practice the theoretical knowledge they had gained in Turkey.

“Studies are quite similar here, but our education is more theoretical. We have practical lessons at school, but during the internship we were able to practise our skills,” the students explained.

At their school in Istanbul, the students had access to smaller and older aircraft for practical training. At REDU, they were able to further develop their skills and learn new things from Finnish teachers and other students. 

“People here were very polite, helpful and good to us. They taught us so many things. We learned the theory in Turkey and practised it here.”

Kaan and Ömer made new friends both at school and in their dormitory. They particularly appreciated the friendly atmosphere and the support they received from Finnish students and teachers.

“The Finnish students were polite and the teachers were very helpful. They taught us so much. We owe them a really big thank you for treating us so well.”

The students also enjoyed exploring the Finnish landscape during their stay.

For Kaan and Ömer, the internship was an opportunity to strengthen their professional skills while experiencing a new country, meeting new people and learning about another education system. Their visit also highlighted the value of international cooperation in vocational education and the opportunities it can create for students on both sides.

Kaan and Ömer appreciated the help and friendliness of the Finnish students.