Another TalTech Development Fund scholarship competition is underway, with a wide range of scholarships waiting for applicants. Company-funded scholarships can sometimes seem very formal – and applying for them may feel intimidating. But it really does not have to be. We gathered advice and recommendations from both companies and students and put together a practical guide to help you prepare a strong scholarship application. | Arengufondi 2026 kevadise konkurssi stipendiaadid. Foto: Raimond Vink. 1. Choose your scholarships and do your research Start early! (And if that ship has already sailed – just start now!) Choose up to three scholarships that match your study programme, interests or future goals. Please note that different rules may apply to special competitions. Read the terms and conditions of each scholarship carefully. Check which documents are required and make sure you leave enough time to prepare them. Do some research on the companies offering the scholarships. What do they do? What are their core values? What are their priorities for the next five or even ten years? Extra tip: take a look at the company’s annual reports as well! 2. Prepare your documents CV Ideally, your CV should be one page long (two pages maximum). In addition to previous work experience, include relevant training, volunteering, student activities, hobbies and other achievements that help show who you are. Should you include your LinkedIn profile? Absolutely! If your LinkedIn profile is up to date, adding the link to your CV is a good idea. Motivation letter Your motivation letter is your opportunity to show the company who you are beyond your CV. Explain why you chose your field of study and where you would like it to take you. Highlight your practical skills and knowledge, experiences gained through student organisations or volunteering, relevant achievements and anything else that makes your story unique. Companies are also interested in understanding how the scholarship would help you achieve your goals and what value it would bring to your development. P.S. Don’t simply rewrite your CV in your motivation letter! Focus on specific experiences and achievements, what you have learned from them, and where you see yourself professionally in the coming years. Essay Some companies may ask you to submit an essay on a specific topic in addition to your motivation letter. This is your chance to demonstrate your interest in the field, your knowledge and your ability to form and communicate your own ideas. Letter of recommendation When asking someone for a recommendation, make their job easier by providing some background information. Prepare a short overview of your recent achievements, academic progress and extracurricular activities. This helps the person writing the recommendation highlight the experiences and strengths that are most relevant to your application. Transcript of Records You can request your Transcript of Records by email. Visit TalTech’s study counselling page, select your school and find the academic counsellor responsible for your study programme. Remember that university staff work during regular office hours – so don’t leave this until the final evening! What about AI? AI can be a useful assistant during the application process. You can use it to organise your ideas, create a structure for your text or improve your wording. However, your final motivation letter should still sound like you. Companies want to get to know the person behind the application – your experiences, ambitions, personality and way of thinking. Use AI as a tool, not as your replacement. | Foto: Raimond Vink. 3. Submit your application Submit your application through the scholarship application platform. You can find the application link at the end of the scholarship terms and conditions or on the TalTech Development Fund website. Complete all required fields and select the scholarship you wish to apply for. Before clicking submit, do one final check: Have you attached all the required documents? Is your motivation letter addressed to the correct company? Are your file names clear and correct? Have you checked the application for typos and small mistakes? 😉 Bonus round: What if the company invites you to meet them? If you make it to the next stage and are invited to meet company representatives, prepare for it! Research the company in more detail, think about your strengths and be ready to explain your interests and ambitions. Consider what you could contribute to the company or the wider field – and prepare a few questions of your own. And if you are still wondering whether you should apply, one of the most important pieces of advice from other students is simple: JUST APPLY! If you don’t try, you’ll never know what could have happened. Find the scholarship – or scholarships – that match your field and interests, send in your application and give yourself the opportunity. Explore the scholarships available in the autumn 2026 competition and start your application today!

Usually, after major sports competitions, athletes are asked: “How does it feel?” This Saturday, the same question was answered by the laureates of the Estonian Student Awards, who stood out with their impactful campaigns, contributions to society, or other meaningful efforts that enriched student life. | Photo: Martin Pedaja ja Jürgen Randma. At this year’s TUNNE gala — held for the third time — awards were presented in ten categories. The jury included representatives from all Estonian universities as well as leading experts in their fields. Out of the ten Golden Ravens awarded, three found their way to TalTech. This year’s laureates were: 🏆 Student of the Year – Vivian Põld 🏆 Student Organisation of the Year – Estonian Association of Psychology Students 🏆 Student Act of the Year – Event Series SXNAPS 🏆 Marketing Act of the Year – “Hedgehog‑Friendly Tartu” 🏆 Social Contribution of the Year – “Foreign Languages in Healthcare” 🏆 Student Sports Contributor of the Year – Ragnar Rooba 🏆 Educational Quality Contributor of the Year – Estonian Law Students’ Union 🏆 Security Awareness Contributor of the Year – Andreas Idavain 🏆 Newcomer of the Year – TalTech x TTK Folkrace 🏆 Student Friend of the Year – Tiit Land 🏆 Special Prize “Connector of the Year” – Support Initiative for Ukraine “A Friend in Need Is a Friend Indeed” You can learn more about the laureates on the Estonian Student Awards website: BLOG - TUNNE SECURITY AWARENESS CONTRIBUTOR OF THE YEAR – ANDREAS IDAVAIN | Photo: Martin Pedaja ja Jürgen Randma. The Security Awareness Contributor of the Year, TalTech Business IT student and active Defence League member Andreas Idavain, is dedicated to bringing drone education to both high‑school and university students. The drone club he initiated brings together everyone interested in building, programming, and operating unmanned aerial vehicles. After receiving the award, Andreas said: “I’m very happy to be here today. Having grown up in the youth organisations of the Defence League, it means a lot to now be in a position where I can give something back.” NEWCOMER OF THE YEAR – TALTECH x TTK FOLKRACE | Photo: Martin Pedaja ja Jürgen Randma. Awarded as the Newcomer of the Year, TalTech x TTK Folkrace is a robotics competition for young people, where participants build and program autonomous robots to complete an obstacle course — testing speed, precision, and creativity. Several competition classes allow both beginners and experienced robotics enthusiasts to take part. In their thank‑you speech, the laureates said: “We wanted to create a small, fun initiative, but it didn’t turn out small at all — at least it was very fun.” STUDENT FRIEND OF THE YEAR – TIIT LAND TalTech Rector Professor Tiit Land, named Student Friend of the Year, can be seen presenting awards, giving speeches, playing table tennis in a cow costume against opponents, or cheering in the front row at the Summer Games. Under his leadership, the rectorate is actively represented at student events, helping students feel valued, supported, and appreciated by the university. In addition to the laureates, several TalTech students and projects were nominated: Tipilan 2025 for Student Act of the Year and Newcomer of the Year; TalTech Marketing Evening 2025 for Marketing Act of the Year; Mark Toomsalu for Student Sports Contributor of the Year; and Karoliine Orav and Kristin Taru for Educational Quality Contributor of the Year. The Estonian Student Awards took place for the third time this year. The festive gala at Von Krahl Theatre was brought to life by 31 student activists, 15 of whom were from TalTech. | Photo: Martin Pedaja ja Jürgen Randma. Alongside the warm atmosphere that TUNNE reliably brings year after year, the event was once again infused with colour and humour by film student and host Aaron Thor Härm. He led both a ladder game and a university‑guessing game, which the audience thoroughly enjoyed. And no evening is complete without entertainment: the gala opened with an energetic dance performance by first‑year dance arts students from the University of Tartu Viljandi Culture Academy, followed by the student band RUTE, who electrified the crowd with alternative rock. The evening was filled with glamour, moving moments, and new memories — once again proving that TUNNE is an event that stays with you. This autumn, you’ll once again have the chance to join the TUNNE organising team. If interested, contact the team at info@studentestonia.ee.

One of the most important bodies of the student body is the 15-member Student Parliament, which consists of students from all faculties. It is the highest decision-making body of the TalTech student body, and its functions are similar to those of the national parliament. The work of the Student Parliament is divided between two committees: the Academic Committee and the Student Life Committee.  All students have the right to submit proposals and drafts to both the Parliament and its committees. Members of the Student Parliament are elected by TalTech students, who can vote for candidates running in their respective constituencies.  All TalTech students had the opportunity to submit their candidacy between January 26 and February 16. Across the five faculties, there were a total of 19 candidates: 5 in the School of Engineering, 5 in the School of Information Technologies, 3 in the School of Science, 4 in the School of Business and Governance, and 2 in the Estonian Maritime Academy.  During the voting period, which took place from March 2 to March 18 in the Student Portal, all TalTech students were able to vote for their preferred candidate.  The new composition of the Student Representative Assembly was announced on March 24 at a ceremonial appreciation evening held at the Student House. Full gallery in Flickr: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCPvch Student Representative Assembly 2026/27 Composition  :  Faculty of Engineering :  Andris Taal Maria Fedulova Joonas Teder Mari Kiviselg Pert Salundi School of Information Technologies :  Dumitru Ciobanu Kert Kaarel Veskus Michel Viana Smykalla Emma Arabella Jõgeva School of Business and Governance :  Mirtel Migur Roosi-Mari Kivi Elis Ulla Estonian Maritime Academy :  Emma Pallase School of Science:   Hanelle Kaugerand Nils Erik Eisen

BLOG Three Golden Ravens landed at TalTech Usually, after major sports competitions, athletes are asked: “How does it feel?” This Saturday, the same question was answered by the laureates of the Estonian Student Awards, who stood out with their impactful campaigns, contributions to society, or other meaningful efforts that enriched student life. | Photo: Martin Pedaja ja Jürgen Randma. At this year’s TUNNE gala — held for the third time — awards were presented in ten categories. The jury included representatives from Ander Mägi Jun 3 The results of the Student Parliament Elections 2026 One of the most important bodies of the student body is the 15-member Student Parliament, which consists of students from all faculties. It is the highest decision-making body of the TalTech student body, and its functions are similar to those of the national parliament. The work of the Student Parliament is divided between two committees: the Academic Committee and the Student Life Committee. All students have the right to submit proposals and drafts to both the Parliament Leana Jete Korb Mar 30 Could YOU Be the Next Voice of TalTech Students? Apply to the Student Parliament! The elections for the Student Parliament of Tallinn University of Technology are just around the corner. This is your chance to make student life better and become part of the highest decision-making body representing TalTech students. What Is the Student Parliament ? The Student Parliament is one of the most important bodies of the Student Union. At its monthly meetings, decisions are made that help guide TalTech student life, the quality of education, and overall student w Leana Jete Korb Jan 19 At least 5 reasons to spend the evening of November 28 in the university hall! The SUHE baar has been closed and you no longer know where to spend your Friday nights? For at least one dark November evening, we have a solution for you – a lively, dance-filled and magical ball right here in the university hall on November 28 starting at 19! "BuT iT’s CaLLed tHe ALumNi BaLL" – but YOU will (hopefully!) also soon be an alumnus, and what would be a better way to connect current and future alumni than with a lively party!? Therefore, here are at least 5 reaso Kristina Keerdo Nov 11, 2025 From Science to Business: Estonian Youth Building the Deep Tech Community These days, being a scientist isn’t just about working in a lab — the world needs people who can take bold ideas and turn them into real... Diana Maslova Sep 1, 2025 The Estonian Student Awards 2025 The Estonian Student Awards 2025 once again offer the opportunity to nominate and recognize the best students, student organisations,... Marit Rahel Kesker Feb 6, 2025 SOCIAL MEDIA

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