Carl Zeiss AG

Application

March 21, 2026 Workday Recruiting (Zeissgroup.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com)
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Application process

All the important information about your application at a glance
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Your journey to #teamZEISS begins with your application. But you may already have questions about the first steps: Where can I find a job that suits me? Which application documents are required? You can find the answers to all questions about your application here.

How does the application process work?

Once we have received your application, all the documents will be reviewed by our recruiting team. If we believe you are a good fit for the profile we are looking for, we will invite you to an initial interview where we will also explain the rest of the process to you.

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    Job advertisement

    Find the job you want to work as.

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    Application documents

    Send your application which includes your application letter, your CV and your certifications.

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    Application screening

    Application screening by our recruiting team – if we think you are the perfect match, we contact you for an interview.

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    Interview

    Interviewing – we are going to discuss your CV, talk about your work experiences and get to know each other. Furthermore, you will get to know the hiring managers during another personal interview.

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    Offer letter

    After passing all interviews successfully, we will send you an offer letter.

FAQs at a glance

  • Can I view the status of my application?

    Unfortunately, it is not possible to view the status of your application. However, you will receive a message from us as soon as the status of your application changes.

  • Can I send in a speculative application?

    We are delighted that you are interested in ZEISS as an employer. Unfortunately, we do not accept speculative applications. However, we would encourage you to visit our job portal regularly. Our vacancies are constantly being updated which means there are new opportunities every day.

  • Can I apply for several jobs at the same time?

    Of course. For each job advertisement, we check whether your profile matches the requirements of the job profile you are looking at.

  • Is remote working an option at ZEISS?

    The option for working remotely always depends on the job in question. You can find more detailed information in the job description. Feel free to ask our team specific questions during the interview.

Together, we are shaping the future

ZEISS is technology. ZEISS is optics and innovation. We develop, manufacture and sell highly innovative products and solutions for our customers in a variety of business fields.

Our segments

  • Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology
  • Industrial Quality & Research
  • Medical Technology
  • Consumer Markets

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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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Further information

Learn more about the company, as well as ZEISS products and solutions.

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How to Get Hired at Carl Zeiss AG

  • Carl Zeiss AG uses Workday Recruiting at zeissgroup.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/External for all roles across all five operating segments worldwide. There is no separate SuccessFactors or Greenhouse board.
  • The company is one hundred percent owned by the Carl Zeiss Foundation. There are no public shares, no equity grants for employees, and no acquisition risk. This shapes everything from compensation structure to interview decision speed.
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