Digital buyer journeys
What digital buyer journeys means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Event overview
Overview
The Made in Berlin career fair is set for December 3, 2026, at Ludwig Erhard Haus in Berlin. This event showcases a diverse range of employers, including established companies, startups, and NGOs, providing a platform for students and graduates to explore career opportunities.
With a focus on innovation and social impact, the fair aims to bridge the gap between academia and the job market. Made in Berlin takes place in Berlin, Germany.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: December 2026 at Ludwig Erhard Haus in Berlin-Charlottenburg; check mib-messe.de for the confirmed show days, opening hours and visitor registration window.
- 2What It Is: MIB is a Berlin careers and recruitment fair where school pupils, students, graduates and career changers meet employers face to face for apprenticeships, internships, dual study places and first jobs.
- 3Who Exhibits: Berlin and Brandenburg employers, technology and engineering firms, banks and consultancies, healthcare providers, public-sector bodies, startups, NGOs and educational institutions, many of them recruiting for German-language roles.
- 4Visitor Mix: Pupils choosing an Ausbildung or dual study program, university students hunting internships and Werkstudent roles, recent graduates and professionals planning a sector switch.
- 5Getting There: Fly into Berlin Brandenburg (BER) and continue by the airport express (FEX) or S-Bahn into Charlottenburg; the venue sits in the Kurfurstendamm hotel district with several properties within a short walk.
Why visit
Attendees will have the chance to meet with potential employers, participate in workshops, and gain insights into various career paths. Dates and Venue: Made in Berlin takes place on December 3, 2026, at Ludwig Erhard Haus, Berlin. Buyer Authority: Attendees include students, recent graduates, and professionals seeking career opportunities. Entry: Free admission for students and graduates; tickets available for other visitors.
Why exhibit
Exhibitors can connect with a targeted audience of young professionals and students, enhancing their visibility and recruitment efforts. Organiser: The event is organised by WIWEX GmbH, a leading career service provider. Buyer Authority: Attendees include students, recent graduates, and professionals seeking career opportunities.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
School pupils in their final years at Gymnasium, Realschule or vocational school comparing apprenticeships (Ausbildung) and dual study programs
University undergraduates looking for internships, working-student (Werkstudent) positions and thesis placements with Berlin employers
Master's students and recent graduates entering the job market for the first time
Young professionals with one to five years of experience considering a change of employer or sector
Career changers and parents returning to work after a break, exploring retraining or part-time entry routes
International candidates already studying or job-hunting in Berlin who need German-language application documents
Teachers, career advisers and parents accompanying school groups to the fair
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Large and mid-sized Berlin and Brandenburg employers recruiting apprentices (Azubis) and dual study students
Technology, software and engineering companies hiring developers, data specialists and mechanical or electrical engineering graduates
Banks, insurers, asset managers and consultancies running graduate and trainee program pipelines
Hospitals, care providers and therapy practices recruiting nurses, elderly-care staff, therapists and administrators
Public-sector and municipal employers recruiting administrative, technical and social-work staff
Startups and scale-ups with a smaller number of open roles across product, engineering and operations
NGOs and social organisations recruiting interns, project staff and volunteers
Universities, colleges and vocational schools presenting further study, master's programs and language courses
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Apprenticeships (Ausbildung) in trades, retail, logistics, hotel and catering, and office occupations
Dual study programs in business administration, engineering, IT and social work
Internships, working-student (Werkstudent) roles and thesis placements for university students
Graduate and trainee programs in finance, insurance, consulting, industry and the public sector
IT and software roles covering development, data, cloud, cybersecurity and IT support
Engineering roles in mechanical, electrical, civil and industrial engineering
Healthcare and social roles in nursing, elderly care, therapy and social work
Public administration, teaching, education and NGO roles
Further education routes including master's programs, retraining and language courses
Location & Facilities
Venue
Ludwig Erhard Haus
Fasanenstraße 85, 10623 Berlin
Facilities
Parking
Ludwig Erhard Haus in Berlin typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Ludwig Erhard Haus in Berlin typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Ludwig Erhard Haus for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Who runs the show
Organisers
WIWEX GmbH
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Berlin, Germany
Why it matters
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Travel & logistics
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Arrival airports
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Berlin Brandenburg
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Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
midscale
Charlottenburg / KurfurstendammHotel NH Berlin Kurfurstendamm, a four-star property listed by Google Hotels at roughly 390 m from Ludwig Erhard Haus; breakfast and parking are paid extras. Rates are approximate and should be confirmed for December dates.
budget
Charlottenburg / KurfurstendammUpper Room Hotel Kurfurstendamm appears in the same Google Hotels results for the venue district with free breakfast and paid parking. Rates are approximate, confirm before booking.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Taxi or rideshare from BER
Estimated costEUR 35-85 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
Best forBerlin Brandenburg (BER) to Ludwig Erhard Haus, Berlin-Charlottenburg
Google Maps routes via the A113 and A100 motorways take roughly 39 to 43 minutes outside peak traffic; allow more time during the Berlin morning rush.
Airport express (FEX) plus S-Bahn
Estimated costEUR 35-85 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
Best forBerlin Brandenburg (BER) to Ludwig Erhard Haus
Google Maps shows an FEX plus S9 combination reaching the venue area in about 43 minutes; continue by S-Bahn and U-Bahn for the final leg to Ludwig Erhard Haus.
S-Bahn and U-Bahn within Berlin
Estimated costApprox. EUR 3.50-4.00 single ticket for the AB zones; a day pass costs more but is often better value across a full show day
Best forCharlottenburg and Kurfurstendamm hotels to Ludwig Erhard Haus
Use the BVG and S-Bahn Berlin journey planners to time connections; the closest listed hotels are within about a 15 minute walk of the venue.
Weather
Berlin in December is cold and grey: daily highs sit around 4 C and overnight lows near 0 C, with frequent overcast skies and only about eight hours of daylight. Precipitation totals are modest but often arrive as drizzle, sleet or light snow, so plan indoor transitions between your hotel and Ludwig Erhard Haus and check the forecast in the final week before travel.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Berlin has broad 4G and 5G mobile coverage and free Wi-Fi in many hotels, cafes and transit stations; confirm the venue's own Wi-Fi with the organiser if you plan to work on site. EU and EEA visitors can usually keep their home mobile tariff under EU roaming rules, while travellers from outside the EU should buy a prepaid SIM or eSIM from a German network. Download the BVG, S-Bahn Berlin and DB Navigator apps for live transit information around Charlottenburg.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Venue neighbourhood
Ludwig Erhard Haus stands in Berlin-Charlottenburg, a business and shopping district along Kurfurstendamm. Expect a formal, business-dress environment rather than a festival atmosphere, and keep conversations concise and prepared.
German application etiquette
Recruiters at German careers fairs usually expect a structured CV, copies of certificates (Zeugnisse) and a short cover letter tailored to a specific role. Punctuality, a firm handshake and direct questions about the job content are standard.
Language at the stands
Many MIB exhibitors recruit for German-speaking roles, so prepare a short German self-introduction even if some stands also work in English. Ask about the working language before assuming English is enough for a given employer.
December city rhythm
Berlin's Christmas markets run throughout December, most shops close on Sundays and many smaller businesses still prefer cash. Plan errands and any sightseeing around weekday opening hours and the short daylight window.
Daylight and pacing
Mid-December daylight in Berlin lasts only about eight hours, with sunset in the late afternoon. Schedule city visits before the fair day starts or after it ends, and keep transfers between your hotel and the venue short.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Destination: BER
Fly into Berlin Brandenburg (BER), the city's commercial airport and roughly 28 to 30 km from the Charlottenburg venue. Book early for December, because Christmas markets and year-end travel push fares and seat availability up, and aim to arrive the evening before your fair day so a delay does not cost you the event. Direct flights from most European hubs take one to three hours; intercontinental travellers should allow a connection through a European hub and check baggage allowances for printed CVs and certificates.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Berlin Brandenburg (BER). Allow road or rail time to Ludwig Erhard Haus; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Ludwig Erhard Haus: Charlottenburg / Kurfurstendamm: Charlottenburg / Kurfurstendamm; Charlottenburg / Kurfurstendamm: Charlottenburg / Kurfurstendamm; Charlottenburg / Kurfurstendamm: Charlottenburg / Kurfurstendamm.
Ride-hail: Uber, Bolt and FREE NOW operate in Berlin, and ride-hailing is a common way to reach the Charlottenburg venue district when public transport is not convenient. Fares from BER run in a similar broad range to a metered taxi, with prices rising at peak times, so treat any figure as approximate and confirm in the app. Check app availability, account setup and payment methods before you travel, and confirm the designated pickup point at BER terminal on arrival.
Public transit: Berlin's S-Bahn, U-Bahn, tram and bus network is operated under the BVG and S-Bahn Berlin brands, and the venue district around Charlottenburg and Kurfurstendamm is served by both S-Bahn and U-Bahn lines. Tickets are zone-based: AB covers the city centre while ABC includes Berlin Brandenburg airport. Buy at ticket machines, in the apps or on buses, validate where required before boarding, and note that the nationwide Deutschlandticket is valid on BVG and S-Bahn regional services if you already hold one. Load the BVG and S-Bahn journey planners for live routing.
Parking: Ludwig Erhard Haus sits in a dense Charlottenburg business district where on-street parking is limited and often metered. Ask the organiser or venue whether a garage is open to fair visitors and what the daily charge is before you decide to drive, otherwise use a nearby public garage and allow walking time to the entrance. City-centre garage rates in Berlin are typically charged by the hour, so confirm live prices on the day.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: December 2026
Temperature: Approx. -2 C to 4 C daily range (typical Berlin December; confirm the forecast before travel)
Seasonality: December is a low-sun, high-cloud month in Berlin: precipitation totals are moderate but drizzle, sleet and occasional light snow are common, and daylight lasts only about eight hours.
Packing: Pack an insulated coat, layers, gloves, a scarf, a compact umbrella and waterproof footwear for the walk between transit stops and Ludwig Erhard Haus. Bring one smart outfit for recruiter conversations and a folder that keeps printed CVs and certificates dry on a wet December day.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Made in Berlin usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
14 days before
Confirm your MIB visitor registration on mib-messe.de and note the exact December 2026 show days, opening hours and whether you need a printed badge.
12 days before
Shortlist the exhibitors you want to meet from the MIB exhibitor list and prepare a one-page CV plus a short German or English profile for each target employer.
10 days before
Book a hotel in Charlottenburg near Kurfurstendamm so you can walk to Ludwig Erhard Haus; the closest budget and midscale properties sit within a few hundred metres of the venue.
7 days before
Fix your travel plan: fly into BER and choose the FEX plus S-Bahn connection or a taxi or rideshare, and check whether your school or employer needs trip documentation for Berlin.
5 days before
Download the BVG and S-Bahn Berlin journey planners, decide between single tickets and a day pass for the AB or ABC zones, and save your route to the venue district.
3 days before
Print several copies of your CV, certificates and references, and write down two or three questions for each recruiter you plan to approach at the fair.
1 day before
Check the Berlin forecast for the show days (December typically 0 C to 4 C, grey and sometimes wet) and pack layers, gloves and an umbrella for walking between transit stops and Ludwig Erhard Haus.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Ludwig Erhard Haus
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2Made in Berlin registration concourse
Ludwig Erhard Haus
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Ludwig Erhard Haus
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
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Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nights€190.00
- Per diem × 2€150.00
Estimated total€340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether Made in Berlin fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your primary role?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus aligns with the official product themes.
Best for
Buyers, researchers, and delegates evaluating the programme and networking value.
Min. budget
$400.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration and travel.
Risks
Limited session times published - confirm agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a clear lead-generation or launch goal for this market.
Best for
Suppliers and brands seeking qualified meetings with the event audience.
Min. budget
$2,500.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, and marketing prep.
Risks
Booth pricing not published in captured sources - confirm with organiser.
skip
Programme, audience, or commercial goals do not match your plan.
Best for
Teams whose category or region fit is weak this edition.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
No major risks listed.
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FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
What is MIB and who should attend?
MIB is a careers and recruitment fair held in Berlin at Ludwig Erhard Haus in Charlottenburg. It is aimed at school pupils choosing an apprenticeship or dual study program, university students seeking internships and working-student roles, graduates looking for a first job, and professionals considering a change of employer.
When and where does the MIB fair take place?
The edition covered here is scheduled for December 2026 at Ludwig Erhard Haus in Berlin-Charlottenburg. Confirm the exact show days, opening hours and any changes on mib-messe.de before you book travel or request time off.
How do I register as a visitor?
Visitor registration is normally completed online in advance through the official MIB website. Check mib-messe.de for the registration form, any admission or ticket information, and whether you need to print a badge or show a confirmation on your phone at the entrance.
Which employers and institutions exhibit at MIB?
Exhibitors typically include Berlin and Brandenburg companies, technology and engineering firms, banks, insurers and consultancies, healthcare and social organisations, public-sector employers, startups, NGOs, universities and vocational schools. Check the current exhibitor list on the official site to see which organisations are confirmed for your target sector.
Should I bring a CV to the fair?
Yes. Recruiters at German careers fairs often accept printed CVs on the spot and may schedule follow-up interviews. Bring several printed copies of your CV, copies of your certificates (Zeugnisse) and a digital version on your phone or a USB stick.
Is MIB suitable for school pupils as well as university graduates?
The fair format is broad enough for both. Pupils research apprenticeships and dual study programs, while students and graduates focus on internships, trainee programs and first jobs. Check the programme and exhibitor list to see which stands match your stage of education.
Do I need to speak German to get value from the fair?
Many exhibitors recruit for German-speaking roles, so a short German self-introduction and a German-language CV will help. Some multinational stands and startups work in English, but confirm the language of each target employer before the show.
How do I get to Ludwig Erhard Haus from Berlin Brandenburg airport?
Take the airport express (FEX) or an S-Bahn service from BER into the city and continue by S-Bahn or U-Bahn to the Charlottenburg and Kurfurstendamm area, roughly 45 to 60 minutes door to door. A taxi or rideshare takes about 40 minutes outside peak traffic; the captured fare range is approximately EUR 35 to 85.
Can I park at the venue?
Ludwig Erhard Haus sits in a dense Charlottenburg business district where on-street parking is limited and usually metered. Ask the organiser or venue whether a garage is available for fair visitors and what it charges before deciding to drive.
What should I wear to MIB?
Business casual is the safe standard for German recruitment fairs: smart trousers or a skirt with a shirt or blouse, a jacket for interviews, and comfortable shoes because you will stand and walk between stands. December weather in Berlin is cold, so bring a warm coat for the walk from transit stops.
Are interviews held on site during the fair?
Some exhibitors hold short screening conversations or booked interview slots at their stands, while others collect CVs and follow up afterwards. Check the programme on the official site and approach stands early if you want a same-day conversation.
How do I prepare in the final two weeks before the fair?
Confirm your registration, shortlist the exhibitors you want to meet, print CVs and certificates, book a hotel in Charlottenburg if you are travelling, plan your route from BER by FEX, S-Bahn or taxi, and check the December forecast so you pack layers and an umbrella.
Glossary
- Ausbildung
- Germany's dual vocational training route, usually two to three and a half years, combining paid training at a company with part-time lessons at a vocational school (Berufsschule) and ending in a recognised qualification.
- Duales Studium
- A degree program that alternates academic semesters at a university of applied sciences or university with paid practical phases at a partner company.
- Azubi
- Short for Auszubildende(r): a trainee in the German dual vocational training system.
- Werkstudent
- A student enrolled at a university who works part-time for an employer, typically up to 20 hours per week during term time.
- Praktikum
- An internship, often compulsory for a degree program, lasting anywhere from a few weeks to a full semester.
- Traineeprogramm
- A structured graduate entry scheme, usually 12 to 24 months, in which the trainee rotates through several departments or projects.
- Berufseinstieg
- The transition from school, vocational training or university into a first qualified job.
- Anschreiben
- The tailored cover letter that German employers usually expect alongside a CV, written for one specific role and employer.
- Lebenslauf
- The German CV format: tabular, one to two pages, listing dates and qualifications in reverse chronological order.
- Zeugnis
- A certificate or reference, such as a school-leaving certificate, degree certificate or employer reference (Arbeitszeugnis), commonly requested during applications.
- Ausbildungsmesse
- An apprenticeship and careers fair, the format MIB follows, where employers run stands, short presentations and screening conversations with candidates.
- Berufsschule
- The state vocational school that apprentices attend one or two days a week alongside their company training.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- Made in Berlin
- Made in Berlin 2026
- Made
- Made 2026
- Made Berlin
- Made Berlin 2026
- Berlin
- Berlin 2026
- Berlin Germany
- Career Fair Berlin 2026
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