Cottbus and the surrounding region offer a wide range of housing options tailored to different living situations and needs. There are established housing associations in both Cottbus and Senftenberg:

Housing companies in Cottbus & the surrounding area:

• GWC - Gebäudewirtschaft Cottbus
• eG Wohnen - Cottbus non-profit housing co-operative
• TAG Housing
• WIS - Wohnungsbaugesellschaft im Spreewald mbH

Housing companies in Senftenberg:

• KWG Senftenberg
• Housing co-operative Senftenberg a.G.
• Wohnungsbaugenossenschaft Schwarzheide e.G.

Further tips for finding accommodation:

• Platforms such as eBay classifieds or ImmoScout24 offer numerous flat listings.
• Check local newspapers in which flats are frequently advertised.
• Search for flat exchanges or Facebook groups for the Lausitz region.

With these tips, your flat search in Cottbus and the surrounding area should be a success!

The cities of Cottbus and Senftenberg offer a comprehensive overview of daycare centres, after-school care centres and childminders on their respective websites, including information on childcare services, opening hours and registration procedures. In addition, both websites provide all relevant information on public schools, including details on enrolment procedures and the various educational institutions in each town.

Families can also access support from grandparents or experienced people from the region via the volunteer agency in Cottbus. Volunteers can be found here to help with childcare or everyday tasks. This support is particularly valuable for parents who are looking for an additional network. With the volunteer agency, you can find people who are happy to give their time and experience to help you in various areas of life.

The region around Cottbus and Senftenberg offers a wide range of leisure activities and cultural experiences. Whether water sports on Lake Senftenberg, hikes in Muskauer Park or relaxing moments in Tropical Island - there is something for everyone here. Those interested in culture can look forward to a wide range of theatres, museums and galleries, while the vibrant nightlife and numerous events provide varied entertainment.

The Dual Career Service is based on the BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg dual career guidelines and the best practice guidelines of the Dual Career Network Germany, of which BTU is an active member.

To contact us for the first time, please send an e-mail to dual-career(at)b-tu.de, briefly describe your concerns and enclose the completed contact form. We will be happy to arrange an appointment for an interview - online, by telephone or in person on site. Based on the documents you send us and your individual goals, we will prepare the initial meeting by discussing the next steps together.

If you would like support with your job search, please also send us your short profile and CV. Your short profile should include a brief overview of your education, skills, core competences, your career goal, the earliest possible starting date and details of the distance between your home and potential place of work.

We would like you to work actively with us by informing us of your concerns at an early stage, providing all relevant documents in full and clearly communicating your goals and expectations. Open and trusting communication is the key to providing you with the best possible support and finding customised solutions.

The Dual Career Service will usually support you until you have successfully integrated into the labour market, but for a maximum of 18 months.

If you do not require any further support or have found a suitable position, the counselling will be concluded by mutual agreement.