Carriers and jobs

Hannover is home to a wide range of institutions and organizations active in the fields of education and social services, offering a variety of employment opportunities. These include public institutions, church-affiliated organizations, as well as charitable associations and nonprofit groups, all of which make an important contribution to the region’s social infrastructure.

Public entities such as the Region Hannover, the City of Hannover, and the State of Lower Saxony are major employers in the social sector and perform a wide range of functions in education, care, and social support. These services are complemented by church-affiliated organizations, which are particularly active in social work and education.

Charitable organizations and nonprofit groups also offer a wide range of volunteer opportunities—from child and youth services to caregiving and counseling, as well as support for people with special needs.

The following overview lists key organizations and workplaces in Hannover and provides an initial guide to entering the social services field.

Public executing agencies

• Region Hannover
• State Capital of Hannover
• State of Lower Saxony

Church organizations

• Evangelical Lutheran Regional Church of Hanover
• The Catholic Church in the Region Hannover

Charities and non-profit organizations

• German Caritas Association
• Workers' Welfare Organization (AWO)
• Paritätischer Wohlfahrtsverband
• Diakonisches Werk Hannover
• German Red Cross
• St. John
• Life Counseling Hannover
• ASB Workers' Samaritan Federation, Hannover