Initiatives and projects overview
Partner for Jena and the region
We have strategically developed and successfully implemented numerous projects and initiatives for companies, investors and skilled workers. Whether it’s recruiting skilled workers, internationalisation at the location or the future of the city centre: we follow current trends and develop concepts and measures together with partners in order to position Jena well for future challenges and create optimal framework conditions for Jena’s companies.
We actively support the local and regional economy with the following initiatives:
Work in Jena
The website work-in-jena.de provides comprehensive information on the topic of “Working and living in Jena” and bundles current Jena job vacancies on the Jena job portal.
Welcome Centre Jena
The Welcome Centre Jena advises and supports international skilled workers and assists companies wishing to recruit international skilled workers.
I-work
The i-work honours companies from Jena and the region that are committed to cosmopolitanism and intercultural diversity in the team.
Company visits
JenaWirtschaft regularly visits companies on site – for direct dialogue, insights into successes and challenges.
Trade fairs
Trade fair participations, delegation trips, career fairs or summer tours: Here you will find an overview of our “external appointments”.
StadtLab Jena
The “StadtLab Jena” funding project invites people to try out innovative concepts and business ideas for a sustainable city centre.
Jena Digital e.V.
Jena Digital is the network for digital business & science and a co-operative platform for knowledge transfer, location development and networking.
Jena Alliance for Skilled Labour
In the “JAfF”, stakeholders from business, science, local authorities and education network on the topic of developing and securing skilled labour.
Skilled labour study Jena 2030
The study provides a well-founded outlook on the demand for skilled labour in Jena up to 2030.
Get in touch now and find out more
Are you interested in our initiatives or do you need support in recruiting skilled labour? Contact us and let’s shape the future of Jena as a city of light together. We will provide you with comprehensive advice and support you in your project.
Team Lead Location Marketing,
Press Service
Marina Flämig
Phone: +49 (3641) 8730033
E-Mail: marina.flaemig@jena.de
Team Lead Business Service
Markus Henkenmeier
Phone: +49 (3641) 8730031
E-Mail: markus.henkenmeier@jena.de
Team Lead Skilled Workers Service | Welcome Center Jena
Cornelia Meyerrose
Phone: +49 (3641) 8730044
E-Mail: cornelia.meyerrose@jena.de