vocatium Rostock

vocatium Rostock is an annual trade fair focused on career and academic opportunities. It has become an important destination for young people navigating the path to their professional future. The name “vocatium” is derived from the Latin word vocatio, meaning “calling” or “profession” - a reflection of the fair’s core mission: to provide students, young adults, and early-career individuals with a platform to explore their career interests and develop concrete plans for training, study, and career development.

The event is organized by IfT Institut für Talententwicklung GmbH, an experienced educational organization specializing in personalized career guidance and long-term talent development.

Each year, the HanseMesse in Rostock is transformed into a modern hub for career and academic orientation. As part of a nationwide network of over 80 locations, vocatium follows a concept unique in Germany: students engage in pre-scheduled, one-on-one meetings with representatives from businesses, universities, and institutions. This structured preparation allows for focused, personalized, and meaningful career counseling.

The fair highlights topics such as career orientation, dual study programs, academic pathways, job application training, and opportunities in a changing labor market. In addition to traditional vocational and academic routes, the event shines a spotlight on future-oriented fields like IT, technology, sustainability, and green jobs. The program is further enriched by information on funding options, scholarships, and continuing education.

A standout feature is the popular “speed-dating” format, where visitors can quickly meet and interact with a variety of potential employers and educational institutions.

Exhibitors represent a wide range of sectors—from industry, skilled trades, and retail to social services, public institutions, and universities. In addition to regional opportunities from Rostock and Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, national and international perspectives are also showcased.

The primary target audience is young people transitioning from school to the workforce. However, parents, teachers, and career starters also attend the fair for guidance and insight.

As an integral part of the vocatium fair series, the Rostock edition plays a key role in this successful nationwide initiative. The venue offers a modern infrastructure, adaptable spaces, and excellent public transport connections—tram and bus lines lead directly to the HanseMesse.

vocatium Rostock is more than just an information event: it is a hands-on forum, a place for meaningful encounters, and a valuable step on the journey toward professional fulfillment. It brings the future into focus—on site, every year, and tailored to each individual.

The vocatium will take place on 2 days from Wednesday, 10. June to Thursday, 11. June 2026 in Rostock.