Career

JENIUS AT WORK.
At Jenoptik, people with the specific JENIUS attribute are changing the world with the power of light. That demands a spirit of exploration and dedication. If you’re one of us, come meet the challenges facing the world. At Jenoptik, we’re creating a better future for all of us.

Starting work at Jenoptik

pupils in training — Pupils

After school - what then? We offer a varied and exciting range of work placements and training programs.

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Career at Jenoptik: Students — Students

Jenoptik offers committed, enthusiastic students an opportunity to complement their theoretical knowledge with their first practical experience.

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Career at Jenoptik: Young professionals — Career starters

So, you’ve passed your examinations and gained your first professional experience? At Jenoptik, attractive assignments await you.

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Candidates with professional experience

Varied assignments, new challenges and exciting projects await experts and those with professional experience.

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Jenoptik as an employer

The Bright Ideas People

Jenoptik is a company where bright ideas are born. Changing the world with light demands for an exploring spirit. Discover challenges the world is facing, at Jenoptik you change the world.

We are a globally operating technology group with optical technologies as the core of our business. The majority of our range of products and services are provided to the photonics market. Our key target markets primarily include semiconductor & electronics, life science & medical technology, as well as smart mobility.

The Jenoptik Group headquarters are located in Jena in the state of Thuringia. Next to our major sites in Germany, we maintain production and assembly sites in Europe, the US, and Asia and employ approx. 4,600 staff worldwide. Learn more about Jenoptik.

To strengthen our team, we are looking for colleagues who want to make an enthusiastic contribution to our success. You can find current job offers here.