Working in Münsterland

Münsterland can do a lot and offers you a lot: it is full of exciting companies and institutions, and combines research, science and entrepreneurship in an outstanding way. Reliability, down-to-earthness and a lot of heart characterise our family businesses, which have found their home here and have already produced numerous world market leaders. Small and medium-sized businesses are strong here, globally successful but regionally connected. Here you can expect Münsterlanders full of energy and sovereignty who develop new things quickly and with high specialisation as a team.

Long-term success is what counts for us: the unemployment rate of 4.4 per cent is the lowest in the whole of NRW and is also comparatively low compared to the national average. In terms of income per capita, we were also above the NRW average in 2020. But the future also looks rosy here. According to the Future Atlas 2022 by the renowned economic research institute Prognos, the Münsterland is a region of the future: here the future opportunities outweigh the risks. In terms of demographics, labour market, competition and innovation as well as prosperity and social situation, the region is doing very well! Companies from future-oriented sectors such as IT and mechanical engineering are also strongly represented here.

All in all, working in Münsterland stands for a modern flair with traditional values and a perfect balance of living, housing and working. Here you have plenty of room to realise yourself and enjoy THE GOOD LIFE in Münsterland - in the city as well as in the countryside.

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Working in Münsterland

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Jobs, foundation, further education

Are you looking for a job in Münsterland? Then take a look at our regional job exchanges. If you are looking for self-employment, Münsterland is also the right place for you, because here you can get a wide range of support - be it in the area of start-ups or business succession. Would you like to continue your education? The Münsterland has many offers for you if you want to change professionally or develop yourself further. If, on the other hand, you are looking for a place to work and exchange ideas with other people, you should find out more about coworking.

Service for skilled workers: Onboarding@Münsterland

Are you new to the Münsterland or have you just returned? You are very welcome. The Onboarding@Münsterland welcome service will help you settle in and get to know Münsterland. We will answer your individual questions about housing, living and working in a personal meeting. Whether on the phone, via Skype, in a café or at your employer's premises... we will advise you free of charge, individually and personally in German and English. Have you yet to make your final decision? We are also happy to support you in the decision-making phase.