vocatium Hamburg Sud Hamburg

vocatium Hamburg Süd is an annual trade fair focused on career and study orientation. It is specifically designed to support young people as they transition from school to their professional futures. The name vocatium is derived from the Latin word vocatio, meaning “calling” – a fitting title for an event dedicated to nurturing individual talent.

The event takes place at the Inselpark Arena in Hamburg-Wilhelmsburg. Thanks to its central location and excellent public transport connections, the venue is easily accessible. Every summer, the arena welcomes students, parents, teachers, and exhibitors from a wide range of fields, fostering structured interaction and exchange.

vocatium Hamburg Süd is organized by the IfT Institute for Talent Development GmbH. Based in Germany, the company has specialized in tailored career orientation concepts since 2008. The fair is part of a nationwide network of over 80 locations and follows a proven format of scheduled one-on-one meetings. These pre-arranged appointments enable focused, personal conversations between young attendees and representatives from businesses, universities, vocational schools, and other institutions.

Key topics include vocational training, dual study programs, university education, internships, study-abroad opportunities, volunteer services, application training, and STEM (MINT) promotion. Visitors receive in-depth information on degree programs, apprenticeship opportunities, and various entry-level career paths. The fair is further enriched by a supporting program of lectures, workshops, and interactive formats – many of which actively involve parents in the career decision-making process. One highlight is the “speed-dating” format, where attendees can quickly establish initial contacts with potential employers and educational institutions.

Exhibitors represent a wide range of industries – from manufacturing and skilled trades to healthcare, IT, financial services, and public institutions. The primary target audience includes students in their penultimate and final years of secondary and vocational schools, as well as university students and young professionals seeking career direction.

vocatium Hamburg Süd is more than just an information platform. It offers a space for focused career planning and personal development. The Inselpark Arena, located in the vibrant Wilhelmsburg district, provides the ideal infrastructure and an inspiring environment, directly adjacent to the Wilhelmsburg Island Park. With its convenient access via public transport, the fair is easily reachable for participants from across the Hamburg metropolitan area and beyond – a compelling setting for an event that opens up new perspectives for young people and helps guide them on their path to the future.

The vocatium Hamburg Sud will take place on 2 days from Wednesday, 17. June to Thursday, 18. June 2026 in Hamburg.