Welcome Service

We know from our own experience how difficult it is to find your way in a new environment. We will advise and support you on all essential questions so that you “land” in Potsdam as gently as possible, including communication with the German government, searching for and finding accommodation, enrolling in childcare, finding doctors and even leisure activities.

We are here for you!

In the international environment of the Potsdam Science Park, we offer highly qualified German and English courses at our language school. In small groups and in a warm atmosphere, you will learn based on your previous knowledge as part of a program tailored to your individual learning goals. There is also a practical benefit— you have an opportunity to network with other scientists on campus, make new friends and immerse yourself in the German lifestyle in class.

More and more scientists are moving abroad alone or with their partner and family for professional reasons. They give up their familiar environment, friends and family. In return, they are confronted with a new language, new customs and new cultures. We will help you to arrive in Potsdam, familiarise yourself with the local way of life, make friends and master everyday situations.  For families we offer ways to learn German customs and provide information on upcoming events such as local festivals, informational evenings with valuable tips on topics like tax matters, and joint excursions or regular monthly meetings. We look forward to meeting you at one of our events.

As part of the Welcome Service we manage use of a guest house operated by the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (AEI). Here you can find accommodation for the first part of your stay at the Potsdam Science Park until you find permanent housing.