Services for skilled workers

Information and advice

We can support you and your family in your initial orientation and when you arrive in Jena to help you quickly feel at home. We can provide you with comprehensive information about life in Jena and the opportunities here, and give you contacts for relevant advice offices and networks. We can consider your personal situation and answer any individual questions you may have about living and working in Jena.

Main focuses are:

• visa, entry and residency
• industries and companies in the region
• jobsearch an application
• recognition of professional qualifications
• house hunting
• care for children and family members
• social integration
• culture and leisure
• professional development opportunities
• language courses

First steps in Jena

There is a great deal of planning and organizing when you move somewhere new. We can give you an overview of the important legal formalities you should take care of when moving to Jena, so that you can keep track of them and settle in more quickly.

First Steps in Jena

Workshop “Working and Living in Jena”

Starting in early 2026, our English-language online workshops will provide information about career development opportunities and the job market in Jena. Each session begins with a keynote presentation introducing the topic and offering key insights into working and living in Jena. Afterwards, there will be a discussion round with time for questions and for participants to share personal experiences.
The workshop dates will be announced here in due time.

You have questions? Please contact us via welcomecenter@jena.de