Education and Accomodation
Your chance for a successful future – education, work and integration
European Academy for Training and Transfer – Shaping the future together
Initiative for young adults from Europe and abroad.
Teaching language skills, vocational orientation and integration
Objective: To respond to the need for qualified specialists in the Ostalbkreis.
Our mission
Offering people from different countries a perspective in Germany and at the same time Meeting the demand for skilled workers in regional companies.
What makes EATA unique?
Individual support: support from day one.
Diverse opportunities: training, further education and recognition of qualifications.
Experience community: living and learning under one roof.
Direct contact with regional companies: internships, training and jobs in the region.
Our vision
Establish an international network for the integration of skilled workers and strengthen the Ostalbkreis region as an attractive place to work and live.
Successful Development of EATA gGmbH
On August 1, 2025, the joint meeting of the shareholders and supervisory board members of the European Academy for Training and Transfer (EATA gGmbH) took place. New members welcomed to the supervisory board were
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From left to right: Fritz Widmann, Thilo Dostal, Rudolf Wiedmann, Mayor Michael Dambacher, David Wagner, Walter Schlotter, Peter Lehle, District Administrator Dr. Joachim Bläse, Michael Setzen, Thilo Rentschler, Winfried Mack.
Work and apprenticeship – Your opportunity
EATA combines two central business areas:
The Training Academy and the Transfer Academy
Training Academy:
The training academy is aimed at training potential apprentices from other European countries and Non EU countries and offers:
- Permanent residence upon entry.
- German language courses tailored to individual previous knowledge.
- Integration assistance, e.g. in contacts with offices, authorities and institutions.
- Internship placement and support in the search for training and jobs.
- Support and guidance during your stay at EATA.
Transfer Academy:
The Transfer Academy is aimed at professionals from Europe and Non EU countries. Its focus is on:
- Support in recognition procedures through targeted courses and training.
- Placement in suitable jobs, matching qualifications and the needs of regional companies.
Advantages:
- Language courses and professional qualifications combined in one package.
- Practical support for a successful entry into the German job market.
- Individual support and long-term perspectives.
Education and Accomodation
Beds in 144 apartments
Training rooms for theory and practice
Fully equipped with kitchen, bathroom, and furniture – 90 single rooms, 18 double rooms, 36 single rooms with shared bathroom and kitchenette – move in and feel at home right away
Reasonable costs
Additional amenities: Laundry room, bicycle storage, and parking.
Common areas for socializing and recreation.
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Perfect for learning and living
12 training rooms for theory and practice.
Good transport links and shopping facilities within walking distance.
Parking spaces directly at the building.
Leisure activities: Gyms, music and sports clubs nearby.
Leisure and region
Experience Ellwangen and the Swabian Ostalb “Live where others go on holiday” – the charming landscape of the Ostalb district offers numerous possibilities
Activities, culture, experiences and region
Leisure activities:
- Cycling and hiking trails in a wooded area.
- Swimming and relaxation options: Ellwangen wave pool, lakes in the surrounding area.
Culture and experience:
- Castles and palaces.
- Numerous churches and museums.
- Visitor mine “Tiefer Stollen” and Hohenlohe Open-Air Museum Wackershofen.
Swabian Ostalb region
The Swabian Ostalb adventure region extends around the cities of Aalen, Ellwangen, Bopfingen and Neresheim and offers a wealth of cultural and leisure activities, which are easily accessible thanks to good transport links.
In the wider area:
- Historic towns such as Dinkelsbühl, Nördlingen, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Schwäbisch Hall and Würzburg.
- During Advent: Beautiful Christmas markets
- In summer:
E.g., open-air theater, bike tours, swimming lakes, hiking, beer gardens, and much more
Integration made easy
Language courses (BAMF) with certificate
Intercultural Training: “Living in Germany”
Support with administrative procedures, account opening, health insurance.
Client and funding
Developer and Investor: City of Ellwangen
purchase agreement: March 23, 2017
Conversion: from 2016 (planning) to 2023 (completion)
Total project costs: €24,965,005.92
Financial aid 70%: €14,197,722.16
from the net costs (50% EU and 20% State of Baden-Württemberg)
City share: €10,767,238.76
Authorities:
Ostalbkreis and the City of Ellwangen (51%)
Kolping-Bildungswerk (49%)
Events
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Contact
Contact us now.
We look forward to seeing you.
EATA Ellwangen gGmbH
Reinhardtstraße 24
73479 Ellwangen
