Apprenticeships & dual study programmes at Leipziger Messe
Your journey begins here!
Looking for a career where no two days are alike? Then get started with an apprenticeship or a dual study programme at the Leipziger Messe Group. With us, you won’t just learn the theory – you’ll be at the heart of the action from the very start and gain practical experience.
From commercial and technical roles to IT, catering and event management, we offer a wide range of apprenticeship and degree programmes. You’ll get to know different areas, take on responsibilities and develop your strengths step by step.
Your dual study programmes at Leipziger Messe
Theory meets practice – and you’re at the heart of it
With a dual study programme, you combine your studies with practical experience at the Leipziger Messe Group. During your work placements, you’ll gain insight into various fields, work on specific tasks and projects, and have the opportunity to put the knowledge you’ve gained during your studies into practice right away.
You’ll gain valuable work experience and get direct insight into day-to-day working life. This means that once you’ve completed your studies, you’ll be well prepared for your future career.
Trade Fair, Congress and Event Management (B. A.)
Organising events, managing projects, understanding the economy
On the dual study programme in Business Administration – Trade Fair, Conference and Event Management, you will learn how trade fairs, conferences and events are planned, organised and successfully delivered. At DHBW Ravensburg, you will gain a solid theoretical foundation, while at Leipziger Messe or FAIRNET you will put your knowledge into practice at national and international events, setting yourself up for a varied career in the events industry.
Start: 1 October
Duration: 3 years
Informatics (B.Sc.)
Developing software, designing solutions, driving IT forward
On the Dual Study Programme in Computer Science (B.Sc.), you will learn to develop software and design solutions for complex IT requirements. At the Saxony Cooperative University, you’ll gain a solid theoretical foundation, whilst at Leipziger Messe you’ll put your knowledge into practice, developing forward-looking IT solutions and play an active role in shaping the digital development of the Leipziger Messe Group.
Start: 1 October
Duration: 3 years
College: Saxony Cooperative State University (Duale Hochschule Sachsen - DHSN)
Dual degree programme in Business Informatics (B.Sc.)
Understanding IT, shaping processes, building the future
In the dual study programme in Business Informatics, you will combine IT expertise with business management knowledge. At the Saxony Cooperative State University, you will learn the theoretical foundation, and at Leipziger Messe, you will put your knowledge into practice – for example, in IT and digitalisation projects relating to international trade fairs and conferences, and become qualified for a career at the intersection of technology, business and event management.
Start date: 1 October
Duration: 3 years
College: Saxony Cooperative State University (Duale Hochschule Sachsen - DHSN)
Stud location: Dresden, Bautzen or Glauchau
Your Apprenticeship at the Leipziger Messe
Get involved, take responsibility, grow together
During your apprenticeship at the Leipziger Messe Group, you will gain insight into various departments and help with specific tasks and events. Right from the beginning, you’ll be part of a team, gaining practical experience and gradually taking on more responsibility.
You’ll learn from experienced colleagues, further develop your professional and personal strengths, and gain broad insight into day-to-day working life at the Leipziger Messe Group.
Office Management Assistant
Coordinating workflows, organising processes, supporting teams
As an Office Management Assistant, you will act as the organisational link between departments. From administration and accounts to human resources, you will learn about the most important commercial and administrative tasks, helping to ensure that trade fairs, conferences and events are organised and run smoothly.
Apprenticeship starts: 1st August
Duration: 3 years
Vocational college: Gutenbergschule Leipzig
Event Manager
Planning events, managing projects, inspiring people
As an events manager, you will plan and organise trade fairs, conferences and events, ensuring that everything runs smoothly. During your apprenticeship, you will learn how to support projects from an organisational, commercial and communications perspective – from the initial idea right through to on-site implementation. You can take your apprenticeship at Leipziger Messe GmbH or at FAIRNET, the events and trade fair specialist within the Leipziger Messe Group.
Apprenticeship starts: 1st August
Duration: 3 years
Vocational college: BSZTW Riesa
Event Technology Specialist
Planning technology, supporting events, creating experiences
As an Event Technology Specialist, you’ll work with the team to ensure the technical requirements for successful events are met. During your apprenticeship, you’ll learn how to plan and oversee the technical aspects of trade fairs, conferences and events, working with the latest event and media technology and gaining valuable practical experience.
Apprenticeship starts: 1st August
Duration 3 Years
Vocational college: BBS3 Halle
Marketing Communications Specialist
Developing ideas, strengthening brands, reaching people
As a Marketing Communications Specialist, you will develop advertising campaigns, plan communication initiatives and oversee marketing projects from concept to implementation. During your apprenticeship at Leipziger Messe, you will learn how brands can build their visibility across a variety of channels – online, in print and at events. You will combine creativity with organisational skills and business acumen.
Apprenticeship starts: 1st August
Duration: 3 years
Vocational college: BSZW1 Chemnitz
IT specialist for system integration
Connecting systems, creating solutions, shaping IT
As an IT specialist for system integration, you ensure the reliable operation of our IT systems. During this apprenticeship, you will plan, install and maintain networks, servers and workstations, troubleshoot problems and support users experiencing technical issues, thereby learning to operate modern IT infrastructures securely and reliably.
Start date: 1st August
Duration: 3 years
Vocational college: Felix-Bloch-Schule, Leipzig Vocational Training Center
Chef
Passion Starts With The Stomach
Whether at trade fairs, congresses or events – you will delight guests with delicious dishes, snacks and appetisers. As a chef, you will be creating menus and preparing hot and cold platters for the catering. You will also be responsible for stock control. This is the way to achieve the perfect culinary experience.
Apprenticeship starts: 1st August
Duration: 3 years
Specialist for restaurant and event catering
Friendly and Competent Service
Are you considered a good host? Can you keep your cool even under stress and impress your friends with your good taste? Then use your talents to become a restaurant specialist. In our apprenticeship, you will learn everything you need to know to manage banquet events and catering of every variety.
Apprenticeship starts: 1st August
Duration: 3 years
It's Worth Applying!
The Leipziger Messe Group of Companies is a certified training provider and makes it a priority to support its trainees.
In addition to an attractive salary, you will benefit from numerous extras throughout our Group of Companies: from bonuses and benefits to further training opportunities and health and fitness offers.
