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We want you!

At ZEISS in Germany

We inspire the world to see in new ways.

Want to be part of it?

With us you can create impact! We're looking for people who are empathetic and passionate, who are committed to achieving their goals, and who get excited about challenging topics. People who deliver top performance and push the limits of what's possible. Who always strive to develop, accept responsibility, and take society into the future.
As part of the global ZEISS team.

  • ZEISS in Germany

    Founded in Jena and with headquarters in Oberkochen, ZEISS has been firmly established in Germany since day one. Today, over 20,000 employees in our global team work at the German sites. The Carl Zeiss Foundation, one of the largest foundations in Germany committed to the promotion of science, is the sole owner of Carl Zeiss AG.

  • What sets us apart

    Whether you're on a Leadership track or Expert path, you’ll find your challenge here with us. Whatever your background, we're looking for people who think outside the box. For people with ideas and vision. For chemists who want to perform corporate strategy duties. For engineers who like to work in sales, and lawyers who can get to grips with a role at HR. Because we know: the greater the diversity, the more creative the solutions.

  • Be part of #teamZEISS

    As the pioneer of scientific optics, we continue to challenge the limits of human imagination. Are you ready to do your best to achieve your goals? Are you open to new things, to the latest trends and to transformation? Are you motivated to help a global technology leader with a long history ensure an equally bright future? With your motivation and passion, you’ll fit right in at ZEISS!

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It's a real privilege to integrate our research into products that help mankind. To help shape the way people live and work.

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There are so many career options within the ZEISS team in Germany

  • Sophisticated architecture, modern infrastructure and augmented reality in agile team setups – dive into the world of the digital jobs of tomorrow.

  • What might seem impossible today may well be possible in the future thanks to our Research employees and their new ideas. Do you have an idea to shape the future?

  • From CNC lathes that weigh a ton down to polishing work accurate to the millimeter, precision and a keen eye are required. Explore the world of production and manufacturing.

  • From semiconductor technology to neurosurgery: Our engineers are dedicated to progress and make our products a success.

  • Building bridges, pushing boundaries and sometimes even removing some of the obstacles along the way – our Sales teams are dedicated to people.

  • Mastering technology. Identifying connections. Delivering solutions: Our field service technicians know no two days are the same and are always looking for the perfect solution.

  • In addition to the options below, we also have exciting jobs in other specialist departments. Use the Job Search function to find them.

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Starting your career at ZEISS in Germany

Launching your career is a big step. Whether you choose to start with an apprenticeship, internship, dual study program or to embark on your career after your studies, there's the perfect option for everyone. Read up on the wide range of options at ZEISS and find your dream job.

Your benefits at ZEISS

At ZEISS, we know how important it is to invest in the future. Because our employees are the innovative power and drive behind our company. That's why you – and what drives you – are so important to us. Because as our company grows, we want you to grow with us. Professionally and personally.

*The individual benefits can vary depending on the location, the length of service or the type of contract.

  • In addition to your fixed and variable salary components, we reward you when the company does well. We also offer attractive financial incentives such as Christmas bonuses and excellent vacation allowance. And we subsidize your public transportation pass and offer many other benefits. Our purely employer-financed company pension is an attractive way for you to plan for retirement.

  • We employ many people with exceptional technical knowledge and valuable expertise. The ZEISS Expert Ladder offers the opportunity for professional development as an alternative to a Leadership track. In addition to numerous training options in technical areas, all employees have access to a large number of training modules on improving social skills via our internal learning platform. Furthermore, our Global Mobility Program promotes international knowledge sharing.

  • Balancing family matters and work is a key component of a happy life. By offering places at daycare centers and kindergartens, flexible working hours, remote working and more, ZEISS provides and supports sustainable ways to find work-life balance. As a company that promotes health, the mental and physical wellbeing of our employees takes center stage. We therefore support numerous exercise, nutrition and mental health programs and have a number of company restaurants and cafés for employees to choose from. ZEISS also supports sustainable mobility for its employees and has secured attractive conditions for anyone wanting to lease a company bike. In addition to an annual allowance for ZEISS eyeglass lenses and discounts on ZEISS products, you can also enjoy special offers when you buy products and services from several external suppliers.

Opt to Work at ZEISS!

Job openings and applications

The different business units and the central corporate and service functions at ZEISS offer a large number of career options for all disciplines.

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What is the daily work at ZEISS like?

In our global team, the different business units, departments and the central corporate and service functions offer a large number of career options.

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Meet ZEISS at events

Scroll through our events calendar and meet us in person.

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Do you have questions about the application process?

Your journey to #teamZEISS begins with your application. You can find everything important at a glance here.