Germany’s engineering and IT labor market sees concentrated recruitment activity in the autumn months. On 23 September 2026 Stuttgart hosts a one-day recruitment forum focused on technical hires, career coaching and practical workshops.
Practical event information
VDI Nachrichten Recruiting Tag 2026 takes place on 23 September 2026 at Kongresszentrum Liederhalle, Hegel-Saal, Berliner Platz 1-3, 70174 Stuttgart. The event runs from 11:00 to 17:00 and attendance is free. Registration is available through the official site.
Program highlights and format
The schedule features a speaker forum with sessions on application technologies and career tactics. Speakers and sessions listed include Bodo Ikinger on AI in application processes and Bastian Hughes on salary negotiation tips. Practical workshops cover career relaunch strategies and personal branding with sessions led by Heiko Hartmann and others.
The event also includes a Job Board where attendees can view current openings from exhibiting companies and a range of career consultation offers. VDI members have access to a 40-minute individual career consultation while other personalized consultations are offered in 20-minute slots.
Who attends and what companies present
The recruiting day targets engineers and IT professionals at different career stages, from entry level to managers. Exhibitors present active vacancies and staff their stands with technical and HR representatives for individual conversations about roles and career paths.
How to prepare your outreach and on-site meetings
- Review the Job Board ahead of the visit and shortlist positions that match your skills to focus conversations.
- Bring an up-to-date CV and prepare two concise introductions: a technical summary and a results-oriented summary highlighting responsibilities and achievements.
- Book on-site career consultations if you want structured feedback. The 40-minute slot for VDI members is useful for in-depth cases; 20-minute slots are suitable for CV checks and priority setting.
- For leadership roles prepare short project summaries with measurable outcomes to use during elevator pitch exercises in workshops.
Tips for stand conversations
Treat each stand exchange as a brief interview. In 60 to 90 seconds state your current role, core technical skill and the type of position you seek. Ask about the selection process and the competencies the employer prioritizes for the specific role.
Closing recommendation and link
For recruiters and candidates the day in Stuttgart brings direct access to active vacancies and career guidance that can accelerate hiring decisions. Consult the full event details and register via the official site https://www.ingenieur.de/recruiting-tage/stuttgart and plan immediate follow up to convert conversations into opportunities.
