Job Fair Dortmund

The Job Fair is an annual careers, education and professional development event held each November at Signal Iduna Park in Dortmund. Unlike industry-specific trade fairs, it adopts a deliberately broad approach, bringing together employers, educational institutions and jobseekers from a wide range of professional backgrounds under one roof.

The event is organised by Wolter-Rousseaux Media GmbH, a company specialising in careers and recruitment events. Operating under the “Jobmesse Deutschland” brand, it runs a nationwide series of career fairs in numerous German cities and has established itself as a key partner for employers, training providers and jobseekers alike. As such, the Job Fair forms part of a nationwide network of career events that attracts thousands of visitors and numerous leading employers each year.

The event focuses on employment and career opportunities, vocational training and dual-study programmes, as well as continuing professional development and skills enhancement. Visitors have the opportunity to engage directly with HR professionals and decision-makers, learn about current vacancies and explore career prospects across a variety of sectors. At the same time, universities, educational institutions and training providers showcase their degree programmes, professional qualifications, retraining opportunities and further education courses.

Exhibitors represent a broad cross-section of the German economy. Participating organisations include companies from manufacturing and industry, logistics and transport, retail, healthcare and social care, hospitality and catering, the public sector, as well as information technology, engineering and education. As a result, the fair offers valuable information and career opportunities for experienced professionals and managers, as well as graduates, apprentices, students, career changers and employees seeking new professional challenges.

One of the event’s distinguishing features is its extensive supporting programme. In addition to the exhibition stands, visitors can take advantage of free CV reviews, personalised career consultations, and practical presentations and workshops covering topics such as job applications, entering the workforce, career progression and professional development. These additional services provide significant added value and make the event far more than a conventional recruitment fair.

The Job Fair plays an important role for Dortmund and the wider North Rhine-Westphalia region as a platform for talent recruitment and professional networking. It strengthens connections between employers, educational institutions and the workforce, while contributing to the long-term development of the regional economy. At the same time, it attracts visitors from across the Ruhr region and neighbouring areas.

Signal Iduna Park provides an exceptional setting for the event. Germany’s largest football stadium is one of Europe’s most renowned venues, combining modern infrastructure with a unique atmosphere. Thanks to its central location in Dortmund, the venue is easily accessible by both public transport and car. The nearby main railway station, extensive bus and light-rail connections, and direct access to the A40, A44 and A45 motorways ensure convenient travel for visitors and exhibitors from across Germany. As a result, the Job Fair offers ideal conditions for meaningful connections between employers, education and training providers, and individuals looking to take an active role in shaping their professional future.

The Job Fair will take place on Thursday, 19. November 2026 in Dortmund.