Examples for an international Jena: MEWA Textil-Service AG & Co. Deutschland OHG

How people and companies in Jena live interculturality

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Every year, the i-work Business Award recognises companies in Jena that are exemplary in promoting intercultural openness in the business environment. The many practical examples from the i-work competition present the companies where integration succeeds in everyday working life and show how people at the workplace and beyond are committed to the cooperation of cultures. Would you like to learn more about how arriving in Jena and in your new job can be a success? Our blog series presents mans interesting examples.

Get to know international team members at Mewa here

Mohammad Turkieh, Naji Malab, Mohamad Bdiwi, Nazyar Rasheed and Mahammad Al Zuabi from Syria and Yusuf Ali Said from Eritrea work at the textile company Mewa in Jena.

“My name is Nazyar Rasheed and I work as a seamstress. It was difficult for me to arrive in Jena because of all the forms and the language. I thank Mewa for their help, e.g. they sent me to a German course. For me, punctuality and having lots of appointments are typically German.”
“My name is Mohamad Bdiwi, I work as a tailor at Mewa. My journey to Jena and my arrival here was very difficult, but I was well supported. For example, Mewa provided me with my work clothes. What I particularly like about my job is the regular working hours. I like Jena and now that I’ve learned German, I’ve arrived here well.”
“I am Mohammad Al Zuabi. I came to Jena from Syria for work. My journey here was very difficult, I needed a lot of papers and documents. But my company supported me, especially with the language, with the residence permit and finding accommodation. What I like about Jena is that there are no traffic jams.”
“My name is Naji Malab. Here at Mewa, I was supported in learning German and developing my specialist knowledge. I particularly like the working atmosphere and the fact that I can achieve great results with honest work.”
“My name is Yusuf Ali Said and I come from Eritrea. I think it’s important to learn German if you want to get on well here. For me, streetcars and politeness are typically German.”
“Hi, I’m Mohammad Turkieh and I work as a mechatronics technician at Mewa. I completed my apprenticeship here in 2019. I particularly like my team and the varied work.”

Many thanks and all the best for you!

MEWA Textil-Service AG & Co. Deutschland OHG: About us

Mewa supplies companies throughout Europe from 47 locations with full-service workwear and protective clothing, cleaning cloths, oil spill collection and floor mats as well as parts cleaners. Around 5,700 employees serve over 200,000 customers from industry, trade, crafts and the catering sector. In 2022, the Mewa Group achieved a turnover of 829 million euros. Founded in 1908, Mewa is now a leader in the textile management segment. The company has received numerous awards for its commitment to sustainability and responsible action as well as for its brand management.

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Logo: MEWA Textil-Service AG & Co. Deutschland OHG.

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