Jobmesse Kompakt Gelsenkirchen

Jobmesse Kompakt is a regional careers fair that brings together employers, organisations and job seekers in a welcoming, practical environment. Rather than relying on lengthy recruitment processes or anonymous online job portals, the event focuses on face-to-face networking, personal conversations and meaningful connections.

The event takes place at the Hans-Sachs-Haus in the heart of Gelsenkirchen. This modern civic and administrative centre provides an ideal venue for a careers fair of this scale, offering a professional setting for direct interaction between employers and prospective candidates. Jobmesse Kompakt is organised by HR Veranstaltungsgesellschaft mbH & Co. KG, an experienced event organiser specialising in regional recruitment and careers fairs. Through events held at locations across Germany, the company aims to connect employers with skilled professionals, emerging talent and prospective apprentices while making a lasting contribution to the regional labour market.

Jobmesse Kompakt offers career opportunities for people at almost every stage of their professional journey. Employers from Gelsenkirchen and across the Ruhr region showcase current vacancies, apprenticeship opportunities, dual study programmes, and a wide range of entry-level and career development opportunities. School pupils can explore their options for entering the world of work, university students can find out more about dual study programmes and internships, and graduates can discover suitable career opportunities. Experienced professionals, managers and those considering a career move can explore new prospects, while career changers can learn about alternative career paths and employment opportunities. Direct access to recruitment specialists enables visitors to ask questions in person and, in many cases, begin the application process on the day.

Exhibitors present a comprehensive range of opportunities relating to apprenticeships, higher education, graduate recruitment and talent acquisition. The focus is on apprenticeship and employment opportunities, dual study programmes, internships, graduate trainee schemes, and professional development and career progression. The event is complemented by careers advice and guidance on applications and career planning. Visitors benefit from one-to-one conversations with recruitment professionals, gain valuable insights into prospective employers and can obtain first-hand information about available opportunities.

One of the highlights of Jobmesse Kompakt is its extensive supporting programme. A professional CV photo service gives visitors the opportunity to obtain high-quality application photographs, while experienced careers experts provide practical advice on improving CVs and covering letters through an on-site CV review. In addition, expert presentations cover current career and recruitment topics, and individual coaching sessions offer tailored support for career planning. The emphasis is firmly on providing practical value for visitors, while competitions and award ceremonies are not part of the event.

The exhibitors represent a broad cross-section of the regional economy. Participating organisations include businesses from the skilled trades, manufacturing, retail, the public sector and the recruitment industry. They are joined by a wide range of regional companies, institutions and organisations from many different sectors, giving visitors a comprehensive overview of employment opportunities across the region.

The fair is designed for a broad audience. It welcomes school pupils looking for apprenticeship opportunities, apprentices and university students interested in dual study programmes or internships, graduates, early-career professionals, experienced specialists and managers, professionals seeking a career change, and career changers. As a result, Jobmesse Kompakt offers valuable career prospects for people at virtually every stage of their working lives while making it easy to connect directly with potential employers.

Thanks to its central location at the Hans-Sachs-Haus, Jobmesse Kompakt provides an ideal setting for a successful day at the fair. Situated in Gelsenkirchen city centre, the venue is easily accessible by both public transport and car. Gelsenkirchen Central Station is just a short walk away, ensuring convenient access for visitors travelling from across the Ruhr region.

The Jobmesse Kompakt will take place on Wednesday, 30. September 2026 in Gelsenkirchen.