Lectures, career advice and direct contacts with employers at the BBBank Arena
Frankfurt. Looking for an apprenticeship? Ready for the next career step? Or still unsure where your professional journey should lead? Then a visit to the Job Rotation event at the BBBank Arena Frankfurt on Thursday, August 20, 2026 , is worthwhile . In addition to numerous companies and institutions, the career fair offers a comprehensive program of presentations with practical tips for starting a career, applying for jobs, and advancing your career.
The job rotation program deliberately focuses on personal interaction. Students can get to know training companies and different career paths in the morning. From 2 pm to 6 pm, the focus shifts to skilled workers, experienced professionals, and university students. Admission is free.
Frankfurt's mayor assumes patronage
The patron of the job rotation program is Dr. Nargess Eskandari-Grünberg, Mayor of Frankfurt am Main. In her welcoming address, she refers to the special situation of the international economic metropolis and the high demand for qualified workers.
Frankfurt is a global city and an international hub for business, transport, and culture. More than 200 languages are spoken in the city. Against this backdrop, job rotation offers a platform "where talents and potential meet employers who urgently need precisely these people in their companies and businesses," says Eskandari-Grünberg.
The fair creates spaces for personal encounters and bridges between young people and their future career opportunities through fun and creativity.
The lecture program starts at 9 a.m
After admission begins at 8:30 a.m., the organizers Britta and Andreas Noack the job rotation event at 9:00 a.m. At 9:15 a.m., the patron, Dr. Nargess Eskandari-Grünberg, will give a welcoming address.
Then things get practical: Bernd Weidner from the Federal Employment Agency will address the question "How do I find the right job for me?" starting at 10:30 a.m. At 11:00 a.m., Dirk Velte from the metalworking company Velte GmbH about the future of skilled trades and why a skilled trade can offer more than many young people realize.
At 11:30 a.m., Federica Paganelli-Overlack from Joy mehow personality, demeanor, and impact interact in professional life. The morning will conclude at 12:30 p.m. with the awards ceremony for the school job rotation competition, including a prize draw.
In the afternoon, the focus will be on skilled workers
The second part of the job rotation begins at 2 p.m. The lecture program is now primarily aimed at skilled workers, experienced professionals, and students.
At 2:30 p.m., Bert Overlack about what it truly means to be a leader. At 3:00 p.m., Melanie Kämpfer and Hasan Kara from the Frankfurt Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK) discuss qualifications and professional certifications.
Norbert Daehne from TRAVISION GmbH will present project management as a future-oriented skill at 3:30 p.m. At 4:00 p.m., Sandra Arzbächer from the Federal Employment Agency an overview of current job market demand in Frankfurt in 2026, entitled "The Frankfurt Labor Market 2026."
From one's own career aspirations to the job interview
Personal career planning is also addressed. , Dr. Christiane Reuter will explore the question "What do I really want?" and explain why self-reflection can be an important career step.
At 5 p.m., the focus shifts directly to the application process. Alexa Hurka, in her presentation titled "Pitch your personality," will demonstrate how to convincingly present one's personality and impact during a job interview. At 5:30 p.m., Britta and Andreas Noack will bid farewell to the visitors, and the fair will conclude at 6 p.m.
Application check and professional application photos
A visit can also be worthwhile for those who already have concrete application plans. The Frankfurt Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK Frankfurt am Main) will be offering an application document check . Visitors can also free professional headshots taken. The lecture program will be moderated by Melanie Gaug.
Job rotation offers far more than just the opportunity to collect informational materials from companies. Visitors can get to know employers personally, ask questions, have their application documents reviewed, and gain concrete suggestions for their next career step from the presentations.
Anyone who wants to explore career options or make a change should August 20th in their calendar – and ideally bring plenty of time with them.
Job rotation Frankfurt 2026 – the most important data
Date: Thursday, August 20, 2026
Location: BBBank Arena Frankfurt, Richard-Herrmann-Platz 1, 60386 Frankfurt am Main
From 8:30 a.m.: Doors open
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Apprenticeship fair for school students
2 p.m. to 6 p.m.: Job fair for skilled workers, experienced professionals, and students
On-site: Lecture program, application document review, and free professional headshots
Admission: Free
Information and free registration: www.jobrotation.careers
