Recruiting young engineers and scientists on campus remains a strategic priority for firms across sectors. Contact 2026 sits at the intersection between universities and companies looking to fill internships, thesis projects and entry level roles.
Practical information for Contact 2026 in Erlangen
Contact 2026 runs on 18 and 19 November 2026 in Erlangen. The fair takes place in the Mensa and Hörsaalgebäude of the Technische Fakultät on Campus-Süd at the Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg. Visitor admission is free.
Key numbers for the CONTACT 2026
The organizer lists 50 exhibitors. Attendance figures for the event are around 3 000 visitors. The 2026 edition marks the 30th anniversary of the fair.
Exhibitor and audience profile at the CONTACT
Participating companies include regional businesses, family owned firms and larger international players. The audience is composed mainly of engineering and science students, recent graduates and young professionals seeking internships, thesis collaborations or first jobs. Student volunteer groups such as local chapters of VDE and VDI are responsible for staging the fair.
How to prepare your prospecting for Contact 2026
- Map exhibitors in advance. Target companies that match your study focus and list the specific roles or thesis topics they advertise.
- Create a one page professional summary highlighting technical skills, relevant projects and availability for internships or thesis work. Keep a digital copy ready for immediate sharing.
- Prepare three focused questions per company. Ask about selection steps, desired candidate profiles and typical projects for early career hires.
- Plan follow up. After each meeting send a brief thank you email with your CV attached and a reminder of the point discussed. Save contact names to personalize outreach.
Closing note and official link
Contact 2026 focuses on early career recruitment within technical disciplines and benefits from a long standing presence on the FAU campus. For exhibitor registration, schedules and the event gallery visit the official site at https://www.contact-messe.de. Enter the fair with clear targets and a disciplined follow up plan.
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