vocatium Düsseldorf

vocatium is a one-of-a-kind career and education fair held annually at the Mitsubishi Electric HALLE in Düsseldorf. It is specifically tailored for students who are at the stage of choosing a career path and wish to explore their professional futures in a focused and personalized way. The fair is organized by the IfT Institute for Talent Development GmbH – a recognized educational institution that has specialized in personal career orientation since 2008. vocatium stands for a concept that closely links information with practical experience. Its name is derived from the Latin word vocatio, meaning “calling” – and that’s precisely what it’s about: helping young people discover their individual career paths.

At the heart of the fair is its proven format of pre-scheduled one-on-one meetings. Even before the event begins, participants arrange fixed appointments with selected exhibitors. This allows them to receive targeted, first-hand information – directly, reliably, and efficiently. Opportunities presented include apprenticeships, dual study programs, traditional university degrees, internships, voluntary services, and stays abroad. The program is complemented by expert talks on topics such as job applications, career orientation, and planning for the future. At interactive STEM stations, visitors can get hands-on experience with careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. A special highlight is the so-called “speed dating” with potential employers – an opportunity to make numerous valuable contacts in a short amount of time.

Exhibitors represent a wide range of sectors: companies from various industries, universities, vocational schools, public authorities, and institutions showcase their educational and career pathways. The primary target group is young people from the region – especially students from grammar schools, comprehensive schools, and vocational colleges – who are transitioning from school to working life. Thus, the fair not only serves as guidance for choosing a course of study or a career but also acts as a key platform for dialogue between the education and business sectors in North Rhine-Westphalia. As part of a nationwide network with over 80 locations, vocatium Düsseldorf highlights the high standards and quality of this successful fair format.

The Mitsubishi Electric HALLE, located in the Oberbilk district just a few minutes from Düsseldorf’s central train station, offers modern infrastructure and excellent connections to public transport. Numerous parking facilities are also available in the immediate vicinity. As a well-established venue for educational and cultural events, it underlines Düsseldorf’s role as a forward-looking center of education in the heart of North Rhine-Westphalia.

The vocatium in Düsseldorf took place from Tuesday, 20. May to Wednesday, 21. May 2025.