Adecco jobs for refugees

At Adecco, we believe in the transformative power of employment. Our commitment extends beyond borders, reaching those who have sought refuge and are rebuilding their lives. We aim to enable meaningful work opportunities to refugees, while also meeting the needs of the organizations' actively recruiting qualified talent.

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We have 100,000's of jobs around the world. Browse through our country listings below and start searching through the available jobs nearest you. 

Our mission

As a responsible employer, we know that no one chooses to be a refugee. For Adecco, refugees are much more than their status. Refugees have valuable skills and work experience, they often speak several languages, due to their unique circumstances, they have proved their agility and ability to adapt and learn. Providing access to employment lies at the very heart of what we do, because we know meaningful work is the first step towards integrating somewhere new and rebuilding lives. It means finding financial autonomy, belonging to a team, and finding a place in society.

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A decade of dedication: Adecco's evolution in refugee support

At Adecco, we believe that everyone deserves a chance to find meaningful work. That’s why, for more than 15 years, we have been committed to refugee integration through connecting displaced people to job opportunities. Our journey started in 2008, when we hired our first refugees in Italy. Since then, we have never stopped collaborating, advocating, and striving to make a difference in people's lives. We know that work is not just a way to earn money; it is also a source of dignity, hope, and belonging. We do our best to ensure that refugees, no matter where they come from, have access to opportunities that match their skills and aspirations.

Our dedication goes beyond borders and also, beyond recruitment, because we know: No one can solve such a complex global challenge alone. That’s why we partner with NGOs and foundations such as Tent, IFRI (Institut Français des Relations Internationales) and ENAR (European Network Against Racism) to support refugee integration. We also work closely with government agencies and other organizations to create a holistic support system for refugees. Through joint projects, whitepapers, and guides, we contribute to the dialogue on refugee integration, promoting inclusive policies and practices in workplaces around the world.

We believe in the power of employment to create positive, lasting change in the lives of people - whether they are refugees or not. This is why we will connect 85,000 refugees globally to jobs, and train 17,000 refugees by the end of 2027. 

2008
Welcoming our first refugee hires in Italy, marking the genesis of Adecco's transformative initiative.

2012 - 2015

In 2015, collaborative milestones with the Adecco Group's Italian foundation, IFRI, and ENAR amplify our impact in refugee integration. 

In 2016, public commitment to global refugee integration. Partnerships with French NGOs and initial steps in Germany post-Syrian civil war.

2016 - 2017
In 2016, Humando, Adecco France's division, upskills and places 50 refugees in Paris through the Horizons program.

In 2017Adecco Group's whitepaper on labor market integration in Europe and collaboration on ENAR's guide solidify our commitment.

2018- 2019
In 2018, Launch of state-led HOPE project, impactful studies on welcoming refugees, showcasing Adecco's multifaceted approach.

In 2019Humando's Horizons program expands in Chartres, strengthening local impact.

2020 - 2022

In 2020, Humando's Lotus program launch in Paris, public funding for upskilling refugees. Adecco joins Tent Partnership, a global network for refugee integration.

In 2021joint organization with Tent for "Refugees are Talent" forum, renewed public commitment amid the evolving Afghanistan situation.

In 2022global expansion with projects in Madrid, Jobs for Ukraine solidarity platform launch. Renewed international campaigns showcase our unwavering commitment.

2023

Adecco pledges to find jobs for 50,000 refugees globally, train 10,000 by 2025. All national branches join respective Tent Alliances, emphasizing global collaboration in refugee empowerment.

2024

Adecco extends the commitment to enabling refugees by pledging to find jobs for 85,000 refugees globally and to train 17,000 refugees by 2027.

 

 

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Our dedication to empowering refugees

We know first hand that refugees face numerous hurdles in their search for work, including culture and language barriers, skill gaps, local connections, and accreditation issues with qualifications. At Adecco we are committed to helping refugees build a sustainable future where they can thrive through work and training, all while supporting our client's companies with their recruitment and hiring needs.

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    Enable certification where applicable including language courses, targeting scarce jobs and qualifications. 
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    Provide 1-1 support to people to stabilize their social situation and ensure it's not an obstacle to training and work.  
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    Empower people to build a place in a new community so they can flourish and develop to their full potential.  
10,000

Connected

Connected 10,000 refugees with 2,000 employers.

8,000

Hired

More than 8,000 refugees found work.

1,300

Trained

More than 1,300 refugees received free training.

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