Discover Maastricht Region

Maastricht Region is situated in the heart of Europe, at the crossroads of the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany. This is where international connections, knowledge, entrepreneurship and quality of life come together. Students, researchers, entrepreneurs and professionals from all over the world find a place here to live, work and develop. Distances are short, relationships are personal and the opportunities are vast. Here, you don’t have to choose between an international career and a pleasant everyday life.

Build your career

International companies, research institutions and innovative organisations offer plenty of opportunities to work and develop your skills. From healthcare and technology to services, education and industry. Discover where your talents can be put to good use and what opportunities the Maastricht Region offers for the next step in your career.

Work & careers

Career opportunities

From health and medical innovations to artificial intelligence, smart services, circular materials and sustainability: Maastricht Region is where knowledge, entrepreneurship and innovation come together.
International environment

Maastricht Region is situated at the crossroads of the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany. Working and living across borders is the norm here, creating an international working environment.
Work-life balance

A career need not come at the expense of quality of life. Short commutes, green surroundings, a rich cultural offering and the region’s human scale provide scope for a good work-life balance.

Work on solutions that make a difference

In Maastricht Region, work is being carried out on issues of global significance. Researchers, businesses, public authorities and entrepreneurs are working together here to develop solutions for healthier lives, smart digital applications and a more sustainable industry. Innovation takes place within an ecosystem of knowledge institutions, businesses and campuses that reinforce one another.

Innovation & the labour market

Enjoy life

Maastricht Region combines an international community with the advantages of a compact and accessible region. From the creative energy and innovative spirit of Heerlen and the international allure and joie de vivre of Maastricht to the ‘maker’ mentality and entrepreneurial spirit of Sittard-Geleen. Together with the surrounding Euregion, these three cities form a region where differences reinforce one another and new ideas emerge.

Living in the Maastricht Region

‘I enjoy the good life’

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‘I enjoy the good life’

Through international adventures in the Netherlands, Portugal and Greece, Georgina eventually found her home in Maastricht.
‘Maastricht has gradually become our home’

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‘Maastricht has gradually become our home’

Peace and quiet, safety and an environment where her twins can grow up with plenty of opportunities. These were the reasons why Neda decided to move to the Maastricht Region.
‘Grateful for the many opportunities I’ve been given to grow’

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‘Grateful for the many opportunities I’ve been given to grow’

Yasin is from the Stuttgart region. Although he still enjoys the beauty and vibrancy of his home town, he wanted to broaden his horizons.
‘It was never the plan to live here for long’

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‘It was never the plan to live here for long’

Zara is from Bulgaria. She now lives in Maastricht with her boyfriend. Moving there was never the plan, but in fact, nothing went quite as she’d imagined.
‘The work here is clearly more international’

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‘The work here is clearly more international’

Lian moved from South Africa to the Maastricht Region. There, he found a peaceful life and an international job.
‘I’m delighted that we’ve taken this step’

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‘I’m delighted that we’ve taken this step’

As a Dane, Natalie found exactly what she was looking for in Maastricht Region: peace and quiet, space and an international working environment.