vocatium Rhein-Neckar-Pfalz Mannheim

vocatium Rhein-Neckar-Pfalz is an annual career and education fair that has established itself as a highly effective and targeted platform for helping young people explore their professional futures. Since its launch in 2008, it has been organized by the IfT Institute for Talent Development GmbH, an experienced event organizer specializing in personalized career guidance and continuing education across Germany. The fair is part of a nationwide network with over 80 locations and stands out for its unique concept of pre-scheduled advisory meetings.

The event takes place at the modern SAP Arena in Mannheim, a multifunctional venue in the Rhine-Neckar region regularly used for sports, cultural events, trade fairs, and large-scale gatherings. With its high-performance infrastructure, the arena offers ideal conditions for in-depth exchanges between young visitors and representatives from business and education sectors.

vocatium Rhein-Neckar-Pfalz primarily targets secondary school students facing decisions about their educational or career paths. At the heart of the fair are one-on-one meetings with exhibitors—an essential feature that sets it apart from many other formats. Universities, companies, and institutions provide information about apprenticeships, dual study programs, and internship opportunities. Additional offerings include application training, one-on-one career counseling, and details on voluntary service programs such as FSJ (Voluntary Social Year) or BFD (Federal Voluntary Service).

A special feature of the event is the "speed dating" format, which enables quick and direct contact with a wide range of potential employers and educational institutions. Visitors also have access to a variety of informational materials such as brochures and flyers to support their decision-making process.

Over the years, vocatium Rhein-Neckar-Pfalz has grown into a key meeting point for students, graduates, early-career professionals, and exhibitors in the region. Its clear focus, personal approach, and well-organized structure make it an especially effective fair for career orientation.

The vocatium Rhein-Neckar-Pfalz will take place on 2 days from Tuesday, 12. May to Wednesday, 13. May 2026 in Mannheim.