Learn, shape the future, and grow. Your future at SCHOTT.

Whether it’s an internship, a working student position, a thesis, or a direct entry – here you will gain in-depth expertise, clear guidance, and insights that will truly support your development.

Zwei Personen gehen durch einen hellen Arbeitsbereich und unterhalten sich, wobei beide Firmenkleidung tragen.

Good prospects: orientation, development, and tangible benefits

You will work on real projects, receive feedback, have access to training, and receive support from experienced colleagues.

Orientation and Development

Drei Personen stehen an einem hohen Tisch und besprechen gemeinsam Unterlagen und Informationen auf einem Bildschirm.

At SCHOTT, you work with clear learning objectives, individual feedback, and dedicated contacts. Step by step, you take on new responsibilities and discover where your strengths lie.

Learning and Training

Vier Personen stehen vor einer Glaswand und befestigen oder sortieren farbige Haftnotizen für eine gemeinsame Arbeitsidee.

Workshops, internal training courses, and digital learning opportunities help you further develop your skills—both professionally and personally. At SCHOTT, learning is an integral part of your work.

Practical orientation and perspective

Mehrere Personen sitzen in einem Konferenzraum an einem langen Tisch und arbeiten mit Laptops, während eine Präsentation auf einem großen Bildschirm läuft.

From the very beginning, you will be involved in real projects and gain insights into a variety of topics. This enables you to quickly identify which direction is right for you.

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Three paths – one common goal: your start in professional life

Whether you want to gain your first practical experience, write your thesis within the company, or are seeking to launch your career after graduation – each option offers you orientation, learning opportunities, and genuine insight into work processes.

Drei Personen sitzen an einem Besprechungstisch, während zwei von ihnen sich zur Begrüßung die Hand geben.

Direct entry for university graduates

Start immediately, make an impact from day one: At SCHOTT, you join as part of a team, work on clearly defined tasks, and receive support from the very beginning. Your role grows with you—through feedback, training, and guidance from experienced colleagues. This is ideal if you want to take on responsibility and further develop yourself after graduation.
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Junge Frau mit blauer Arbeitsjacke blickt direkt in die Kamera

International Graduate Program

Involved from day one – and truly challenged: The International Graduate Program offers you assignments in diverse teams, an international placement, and access to a global network of graduates. With a permanent contract from the outset, you will shape your career at SCHOTT – supported by a mentor and tailored development opportunities.
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Eine Person hält einen Haftzettel vor eine Glaswand, während im Hintergrund eine weitere Person an Notizen arbeitet.

Internship for students

Test theory, experience practice: You will work on real projects, gain insights into processes, and become familiar with specialist areas. You will receive regular feedback and have time to delve into specific topics. Ideal if you want to discover which direction is right for you!
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Vier Personen arbeiten gemeinsam an einem Tisch und betrachten Informationen auf einem Laptop.

Jobs for student assistants

Working alongside your studies and taking on responsibility: In our student positions, you will regularly support teams and gain real experience, while still maintaining sufficient flexibility for your studies. Your responsibilities will grow with your abilities—always in close collaboration with your team.
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Your entry into practical experience – discover which opportunities are currently available at SCHOTT.

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Collaboration, reimagined for the modern era

We want you to feel confident exploring new ideas. That’s why we offer clear structures, feedback, direct points of contact, and a modern working environment that combines teamwork with independent thinking. This creates working conditions that provide genuine guidance and make it easier for you to get started.

Learning through real-world projects

Vier Personen sitzen an einem Tisch vor einem großen Monitor und sprechen über die Inhalte, die auf einem Laptop und dem Bildschirm angezeigt werden.

You will work directly within the team on real tasks and experience how theory and practice converge. In the process, you take on responsibility and see the impact of your contributions.

Collaboration as equals

Fünf junge Menschen sitzen um einen Tisch und arbeiten gemeinsam an Dokumenten und einem Laptop.

Ideas and arguments matter—regardless of experience or position. Teams collaborate openly and with a solution-oriented approach, supporting one another.

Modern, interactive working culture

Eine Person sitzt mit Kopfhörern an einem Laptop und arbeitet konzentriert in einem modernen Flurbereich

Digital tools, modern working methods, and open communication shape our daily work. You will learn methods that provide you with confidence in your day-to-day project work.

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Eine Person in Businesskleidung steht in einem modernen Bürobereich vor einer Glasfront.
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Your questions about the application process

Working student positions, internships, or direct entry – here you will find answers to the most important questions about starting your career at SCHOTT.

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When your documents are ready, the online application takes no more than 20 minutes. After submission, you will immediately receive an acknowledgment of receipt by e-mail.
After carefully reviewing your documents, we will contact you as soon as possible—and, if interested, invite you to an interview, which may take place either in person or digitally.
Yes. In your SCHOTT applicant profile, you can see at any time which stage your application is in. You will also find the direct contact for the responsible HR person in the respective job posting.
Absolutely. In many areas – for example, in production – we actively offer skilled workers lateral entry and support them as they transition into their new field of responsibility.
Yes. Through the job subscription on our job board (join.schott.com), you will automatically receive an email as soon as suitable new positions are posted.

Good to know: We assume responsibility.

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Good to know: what we represent

Responsibility and a culture of appreciation are key pillars of our success. Added to this are the stability provided by our foundation status and the diversity fostered by clear values—creating an environment where different perspectives are welcome.

SCHOTT is part of the Carl-Zeiss Foundation

Ein altes Buch mit der goldenen Aufschrift „Statut der Carl Zeiss‑Stiftung“ liegt auf handschriftlichen Dokumenten.

As part of the Carl Zeiss Foundation, we invest our profits in research, education, and secure jobs—not in private owners. This ensures that our work pursues the right objectives: innovation and long-term viability.

SCHOTT is a signatory to the Diversity Charter

Das Logo der „Charta der Vielfalt“ ist zu sehen, ergänzt durch den blauen Stempel mit der Aufschrift „Unterzeichnet“.

With the Diversity Charter, we commit ourselves to fairness and openness in our daily work. It is a clear affirmation of respect and equal opportunity—values that have always been important to us and now carry even greater significance.

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