Career Day in Waiblingen: Regional companies present opportunities!

Career Day in Waiblingen: Regional companies present opportunities!

A new type of training fair is taking place in Waiblingen, which is intended to address students directly in their familiar surroundings. For the first time, the Waiblingen tax office is taking part in this initiative, together with the renowned Rems Murr Clinic. The employment agency is also active, not only for placing employees, but also for its own recruitment. A total of 34 companies from the region have decided to present their training offers. They hope to attract talented young people in this way.

“The companies introduce themselves to the students in a place that they know and where they feel comfortable – and that is the school,” explains David Fais, deputy head of the Rems-Murr IHK district chamber. This type of fair brings together students who are looking for practical training positions directly with employers, which makes the career orientation process much easier.

A new approach to finding training places

The approach of reaching students in their familiar surroundings is of great importance. Many young people feel uncomfortable in a formal setting such as a traditional mass. The decision to present training opportunities directly at schools could therefore represent a solution that promotes dialogue between companies and students.

The event is supported not only by the IHK, but also by various local partners who pool their resources to offer a wide range of apprenticeships. From crafts to nursing professions to technical professions, there is something for everyone.

This initiative also addresses the well-known problem of securing skilled workers. Companies are finding it increasingly difficult to find qualified staff, and these training fairs offer a platform to get in touch with potential trainees at an early stage. The companies have the opportunity not only to introduce themselves as employers, but also to gain a direct impression of the students.

In today's world, when apprenticeships are in short supply, companies are trying to find creative and inviting ways to reach young people. Such an event has the potential to bridge the gap between school and the world of work and to specifically address the needs of tomorrow.

These developments in Waiblingen are particularly interesting with regard to sustainable event design. If you meet students where they are and don't want to force them into the niche of a trade fair, this could be a sustainable, long-term way to not only fill training positions, but also to stimulate interest in certain professional fields.

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