What side jobs can you do in Finland? 15 practical ideas

A side job can be a good way to earn extra income, try entrepreneurship or use skills you do not use in your main day job.

You do not have to start with registering a company, building a website or making a big investment. Many side jobs are based on very practical skills: can you assemble furniture, transport items, clean, fix computers, teach, take photos or do yard work?

Where do you find someone who needs exactly this help?

On Tyoon, clients can publish tasks and describe what service they need. As a provider, you can follow open tasks, choose assignments that fit your skills and send the client an offer.

If you are not yet sure what you could do as a side job, here are 15 practical ideas.

1. Furniture assembly

If you can use a screwdriver, drill and ordinary hand tools, furniture assembly can be one of the easiest ways to start.

Clients may need help with, for example:

• assembling a bed;
• installing a wardrobe;
• assembling a dining table;
• installing shelves;
• assembling IKEA furniture;
• disassembling old furniture.

Many people buy furniture themselves but do not want to spend an evening assembling it.

That makes furniture assembly a good side job especially for evenings and weekends. Learn more in the installation category.

2. Small home repairs and installations

If you are used to doing small renovations at home, you can offer the same skills to others.

Possible jobs include:

• hanging pictures;
• installing shelves;
• mounting curtain rods;
• replacing skirting boards;
• small wall repairs;
• securing furniture to a wall;
• renewing silicone seals;
• adjusting doors or cabinets.

There is often demand for such work precisely because it is too small for large renovation companies but too difficult for the client to do alone.

Remember that some electrical, plumbing and other technical work may require proper qualifications or the right to perform the job. Read more about small home repairs and construction work.

3. Cleaning

Cleaning is one of the clearest services you can offer as a side job.

A client may need, for example:

• home cleaning;
• move-out cleaning;
• window washing;
• deep kitchen cleaning;
• bathroom cleaning;
• small office cleaning.

Getting started does not necessarily require a big investment, and the service can be offered locally in your own area.

A good customer experience can also lead to regular cleaning visits. See the cleaning category.

4. Furniture and item transport

If you have a van, minibus or other suitable vehicle, you can use it for side work.

Clients need transport for, for example:

• sofas;
• beds;
• wardrobes;
• appliances;
• items bought at a flea market;
• small moving loads.

In many cases the client does not need a full moving company. They only need a car, a driver and perhaps a little help carrying items.

That is why small transport jobs can fit well on weekends or free evenings. Read more about furniture and cargo transport gigs and transport tasks.

5. Moving help

Not every move requires a truck.

If you are in good physical shape, you can offer carrying help only or assist with packing and moving items.

The work can include:

• carrying boxes;
• moving furniture;
• loading a car;
• unpacking items;
• protecting furniture.

Moving help can also suit a student or someone looking for one-off weekend gigs.

6. Yard work

Yard work is a particularly good example of a side job where demand changes with the season.

In spring and summer

• lawn mowing;
• trimming bushes;
• yard cleaning;
• plant care;
• terrace washing.

In autumn

• raking leaves;
• preparing the yard for winter.

In winter

• snow removal;
• clearing walkways.

If you enjoy outdoor work, seasonal yard work can be a simple way to earn extra income.

7. Dog walking and pet care

Not all side jobs require technical skills.

Pet owners may need help, for example during a workday, a trip or another busy period.

Possible services include:

• dog walking;
• feeding a cat;
• caring for a pet while the owner is away;
• short care visits;
• transporting a pet.

This can suit a student who loves animals or someone who wants to do local gigs.

8. Computer maintenance

If you build your own computers or are the person friends always ask for IT help, you can use that skill as a paid service too.

You can offer, for example:

• computer cleaning;
• thermal paste replacement;
• SSD installation;
• adding RAM;
• component replacement;
• Windows installation;
• setting up a new computer;
• building a gaming PC;
• overheating diagnostics.

Many clients need just a little technical help and do not necessarily want to take the computer to a large service shop. Read more about computer repair as a side job and the computer help category.

9. Phone and electronics repair

If you have more technical skills, you can also offer electronics diagnostics and repair.

Possible devices include:

• televisions;
• monitors;
• computer peripherals;
• keyboards;
• game consoles;
• small electronic devices.

In this work it is worth limiting services carefully to match your own skills.

Specialist knowledge can be an advantage: sometimes a client is looking specifically for someone who can repair a device that a regular service shop will not take. Read more about electronics repair and digital device repair.

10. Private tutoring

If you know a subject well, you can teach it to others.

Private lessons can be offered in, for example:

• mathematics;
• languages;
• programming;
• school subjects;
• music;
• exam preparation.

You do not always have to be a full-time teacher. A student, musician or professional in their field can also offer lessons if they have the required knowledge.

Lessons can be in person or in some cases online. Read more about private tutoring and teaching and the teaching category.

11. Music lessons

Can you play piano, guitar, violin or another instrument?

Music lessons can be a good side job especially if you have experience performing, studying music or teaching.

You can offer, for example:

• beginner lessons;
• music lessons for children;
• adult lessons;
• singing lessons;
• entrance exam preparation;
• music theory.

One student can later become a regular weekly client. Read more about music lessons and private teaching.

12. Photography

If you have a good camera and know how to shoot, you can start with small assignments.

A client may need:

• portraits;
• family photos;
• event photos;
• product photos;
• photos for a website;
• content for social media.

At first you can focus on smaller, clearly defined shoots.

At the same time you build a portfolio and gain experience with paying clients.

13. Video editing and content production

Many companies and individuals need content but do not need a full-time employee to create it.

If you can:

• edit videos;
• make short social videos;
• add subtitles;
• process images;
• write content;
• plan posts;

you can offer one-off assignments as a side job.

This is also one of the jobs that can often be done entirely remotely.

14. Websites and digital help

If you can build websites or use WordPress, Shopify or other web services, small businesses may need your help.

Possible assignments include:

• building a simple website;
• updating an existing site;
• adding texts or images;
• fixing technical issues;
• adding products to an online store;
• setting up a domain or email;
• installing analytics.

This can be a good way to start freelancing without your own office.

15. Event and party help

Weekends and evenings also suit various event-related tasks.

Clients may need help with:

• organising a birthday;
• preparing a venue;
• setting up decorations;
• serving;
• clearing up after an event;
• organising children’s activities;
• promotions.

Such tasks can suit someone who is not looking for ongoing side work but wants one-off gigs.

How do you choose the right side job for you?

Of course, not all 15 ideas suit everyone.

A good way to choose your direction is to answer a few questions:

What can I already do?

If you already have a skill, turning it into a service is usually easier than learning a completely new trade.

What tools do I have?

A van, tools, a computer, a camera or other equipment can open certain opportunities.

How much time do I want to spend?

Do you want one gig a month or several tasks every week?

Do I want to work at home, at the client’s place or remotely?

This narrows the options quickly.

How far am I willing to travel?

In local side work, travel time directly affects how profitable a gig is.

You do not need to start a side job perfectly

Many people delay starting because they think they first need:

• a company website;
• a logo;
• a perfect price list;
• lots of tools;
• a large customer base;
• years of experience.

Often the first step can be much smaller.

Choose one service you can do well.

See whether there is demand for it.

Do the first assignment.

After that you already know much more than before your first client.

A small gig can grow into a longer client relationship

The value of a side job is not always just the price of one assignment.

A good cleaning gig can lead to regular cleaning.

Computer maintenance can lead to the next upgrade.

A small repair can lead to a bigger project.

One music lesson can turn into weekly teaching.

That is why even small tasks can be valuable, especially at the start.

How can Tyoon help you find a side job?

Through Tyoon, clients can publish tasks in different service categories.

As a provider you can follow tasks and choose only the assignments that fit:

• your skills;
• your schedule;
• your location;
• your tools;
• your interests.

You do not have to take every job.

You can start with one category and expand your services later if you see demand.

Tyoon can be one channel for finding your first clients, testing side work and turning your skills into a paid service.

Can a side job later become your own business?

Yes.

Many businesses start with small assignments.

At first the goal may be a few extra jobs a month. If demand grows, the activity can be developed gradually.

The first assignments help you understand:

• what clients pay for;
• what pricing works;
• which services are profitable;
• how much time the work really takes;
• where demand exists;
• whether you want to do more of it.

This way a side job can also be a practical test before a bigger entrepreneurship decision. Read more about testing demand before starting a business.

Remember practical obligations too

When doing side work, it is worth checking the tax, insurance, invoicing and possible entrepreneurship obligations that apply to your situation.

Some fields also require training, qualifications, registration or permits.

Especially in electrical, plumbing, health and other regulated work, it is important to confirm in advance that you have the right to offer the service.

Always offer only work you can do safely and properly.

Looking for a side job in Finland?

You do not need a ready business idea to know where to start.

Maybe you can assemble furniture.

Maybe you have a van.

Maybe you build computers as a hobby.

Maybe you play guitar, take photos or enjoy yard work.

A skill that feels ordinary to you can solve someone else’s concrete problem.

On Tyoon you can see what help clients are looking for, find tasks that match your skills and send offers for interesting assignments.

Your first side job does not have to be big. It just has to be a good first step.