katapult Bochum

The Katapult Fair is a nationwide career and education expo with a clear mission: to support people at every stage of their professional journey as they shape their future careers. The name "Katapult" symbolizes the powerful boost the fair aims to give its visitors—whether they are starting out, changing direction, or aiming for advancement.

Held once a year, the fair opens its doors in the inspiring atmosphere of the BlueBox on the Ruhr University Bochum campus. Organized by Red Braid Marketing GmbH, the event is based on an innovative concept that creates a unique platform for exchange, orientation, and concrete career opportunities. The fair is not only aimed at students and graduates but also at career starters, skilled professionals, those seeking a new direction, and the 50+ generation. It speaks to anyone planning their next career step.

The fair centers on key topics such as recruitment, academic and vocational guidance, professional development, career transitions, application coaching, and networking. Employers, universities, educational institutions, and organizations from sectors including industry, skilled trades, public administration, healthcare, IT, social work, education, and research present offerings tailored to a range of qualifications—including apprenticeships, dual study programs, trainee schemes, internships, and job openings.

A strong emphasis is placed on hands-on formats. Visitors benefit from direct contact at exhibition booths, personalized résumé checks, interactive workshops, expert talks, and discussion panels. The program is further enriched by excursions to laboratories and departments at Bochum University of Applied Sciences and Ruhr University, offering authentic insights into academic life and research.

Thanks to its broad thematic scope and targeted appeal to diverse audiences, the Katapult Fair has established itself as a key career guide—not just for Bochum, but across Germany. It is part of a series of events held at various locations nationwide, each organized in close cooperation with regional partners and adapted to local education and labor market conditions.

The Katapult Fair connects people with opportunities—personally, practically, and with a clear eye on the future. The BlueBox at Ruhr University Bochum offers not only a central location with excellent public transport links, but also a creative and open environment that embodies the spirit of the fair: embracing change, seeking new direction, and launching forward with momentum.

The katapult will take place on Tuesday, 19. May 2026 in Bochum.