Young Career Forum for the German-Japanese Economic Area

We are thrilled to invite you to the upcoming Young Career Forum for the German-Japanese Economic Area, a premier event designed to connect young professionals with top-tier companies and industry leaders from Japan and Germany. This unique forum serves as an invaluable platform for early-stage career information, fostering informed career decisions and paving the way for future success.

The forum is organized in kind and close cooperation with Deutsch-Japanische Jugendgesellschaft (DJJG), and will take place as part of the "Deutsch-Japanische Partnerschaftstage 2024" in Berlin.

In today's globalized world, the importance of timely and accurate career guidance cannot be overstated. Our forum offers young professionals, students and apprentices the opportunity to gain crucial insights into the dynamic Japanese-German business landscape. By participating, you will be able to explore a wide range of career paths, understand industry trends, and discover the skills and qualifications that are in high demand. Furthermore, we welcome companies to use the opportunity to exhibit and meet new potential members for their team!

Our Agenda for You

• 13:00 Entry and registration, sign-up for CV checks
• 13:30 – 14:30 Panel discussion with Accenture: "Blending Learning and Work: Success Models for Tomorrow's Careers"
• 14:30 – 15:00 Panel discussion with two recruitment agencies ADENI and JAC Recruitment: "Mastering the Job Hunt: Application Tips, Pitfalls, and Opportunities in Today’s Market"
• 15:00 – 15:30 Dialogue with DJJG and DJW: "Shaping Together: The Power of Volunteering and Japanese-German Networking for Personal Growth and Career Management"
• 15:30 – 16:30 CV checks (10-minute slots, on-site pre-registration required)
• 15:30 – 16:45 Networking and individual discussions
• 17:00 End of the career forum

For Young Professionals: Why attending the Career Forum?

One of the key highlights of the Young Career Forum for the German-Japanese Economic Area is the direct contact and exchange of experiences it facilitates. Attendees will have the chance to engage in meaningful conversations, workshops, panel duscussions with industry veterans, HR professionals, and successful young professionals who have navigated the cross-cultural business environment. These interactions provide not only inspiration but also practical advice on how to build a successful international career.

Whether you are a recent graduate, a young professional at the start of your career journey, or someone looking to transition into a new role within the Japanese-German business context, this forum is the perfect venue to expand your network, enhance your knowledge, and take your career to the next level.

Special highlight: Participants traveling from Germany and Japan have the opportunity to apply for a travel grant and subsidy! Information on this is summarized on the website of the Partnerschaftstage or available at info@djjg.org (for expressions of interest from Germany) or jdg@jdg.or.jp (for expressions of interest from Japan).

For Companies: Why attending the Career Forum?

We also extend a special invitation to companies to join us as exhibitors at the Young Career Forum for the German-Japanese Economic Area. This event offers an exceptional opportunity for organizations to showcase their advantages and position themselves as employers of choice among a pool of highly talented and motivated young professionals.

By participating as an exhibitor, your company will be able to:

• Display your corporate culture and values to prospective employees.
• Highlight career opportunities and the benefits of working within your organization.
• Engage directly with potential candidates through presentations and one-on-one interactions.
• Network with other industry leaders and gain insights into emerging trends and best practices.

Exhibiting at the forum (costs: EUR 149 + voluntary donation) not only enhances your brand visibility but also allows you to connect with the next generation of leaders who are eager to contribute to the Japanese-German business community.

Registration and Participation Fee

Participation is free of charge, exhibiting companies pay EUR 149 + voluntary donation for their booth. Registration can be completed with the green button above or directly at DJJG website.

Contact

Deutsch-Japanischer Wirtschaftskreis (DJW)
Anne Pomsel
Geschäftsführung
events@djw.de