DLG Careers Day @ProSweets Cologne
02. February 2025
Cologne
On Sunday, 2 February 2025, students and young professionals will have the unique opportunity to network with leading suppliers to the sweets and snacks industry at ProSweets Cologne and gain valuable insights into their future career!
The Careers Day organised by the DLG offers exciting specialist presentations, exclusive company pitches and the opportunity to have application documents checked directly on site.
Venue
Koelnmesse GmbH
Messeplatz 1
50679 Köln
Contact
If you have any questions, please contact
Judith Neuhaus
via WhatsApp +49 152 21883342
or E-Mail FachzentrumLM@dlg.org
Registration deadline 27. January 2025
Unfortunately, the ticket contingent for this event is fully booked. We thank you for the great interest and Koelnmesse for this great opportunity!
2.30 – 3.00 p.m., Expert Stage: Lectures
Education - Training - Networking in the confectionery industry
Andreas Bertram, Managing Director, Central College of the German Confectionery Industry (ZDS)
The dynamic world of the confectionery industry offers numerous career opportunities for dedicated professionals. Our presentation ‘Education, Training, Networking - Career Opportunities in the Confectionery Industry’ offers you a comprehensive insight into the career prospects of this exciting industry.
Sunday, 2.2.2025, 3:00-3:30 p.m., Expert Stage: Lecture
Deep Dive Young Professionals - Tips and tricks for your successful application in the food industry
Bianca Burmester, Managing Director, foodjobs GmbH
How can I score points in the application process, what is important in the food industry and how do I convince HR managers?
The participants receive a colorful bouquet of concrete tips and tricks for their application. Cover letters, CVs, job interviews and salary negotiations are the core topics. After this session, they will be more self-confident and, above all, more professional as they take the next step in their career and get the job they want.
3.30 – 4.00 p.m., Expert Stage: Expert Talk
Sweet Connections: Networking for young professionals
How to network successfully in the field of food technology?
Get helpful tips from successful networkers! As part of the Expert Talk, we invite experts from the food industry to provide insights into professional, research and career networks.
This talk is aimed at students who want to learn more about career opportunities, innovative developments and building networks in food technology.
Our talk guests will talk about their career paths, challenges and the value of strong networks. The focus will be on how networks in this dynamic industry can help you succeed and develop professionally.
Moderation Judith Neuhaus, Project Officer, DLG e.V.
Learn more about…
- Start-up language with Lena Mohr, founder, luup arbeitsfroh
- Networking in the confectionery industry with Franziska Nolte, food technologist in process technology, Fuchs Group
- DLG-Product testing with Jessica Biehl, Project coordinator, DLG TestService GmbH
- Career opportunities with Bianca Burmester, Managing Director, foodjobs GmbH
4:15-4:45 p.m., Expert Stage: Guided Tour
Careers Day meets Guided Tours @ProSweets 2025
Discover career opportunities
Are you interested in a career in the confectionery and snack industry? Then take the opportunity to take part in the DLG Guided Tours at ProSweets. In just 30 minutes of the guided tour of the trade fair, you will have the opportunity to get to know exciting companies in the industry and gain valuable insights into their fields of activity.
During the tour, various companies will introduce themselves and give you an overview of what they do, what innovations they develop and what career opportunities they offer. You will also find out which positions are particularly suitable for starting a career and how you can shape your professional future in the industry.
| Organisation | Title |
| Association of the German Confectionery Industry (BDSI) | Working in the tastiest industry in the world
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| VEMAG | Innovation, Technology and Career Opportunities in the Food Industry‘
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| Norevo & D&F Sweets | Confectionery technologist reports on the tastiest job ever
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| Central College of the German Confectionery Industry (ZDS) | A Sweet Career: Training at ZDS
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What you can expect:
- Insights into leading companies in the confectionery and snack industry
- Information on internships, working student positions and entry-level opportunities
- Personal contact with company representatives
- Networking and direct questions to the companies
Who is the tour suitable for?
This tour is aimed at students who are interested in the confectionery industry and would like to take their first professional steps in this innovative sector. Take the opportunity to make important contacts and find out about potential employers.
5:00-6:00 p.m., DLG-Stand: Careers Day “Tea time”
Careers Day “Tea time”
At the Careers Day Get together at the DLG stand, you will find answers to the question of which industry suits you best. We have invited experts who will be on hand to answer your questions about starting a career and provide valuable insights into the industry.
Application portfolio check
Bring your application documents with you and have them checked by HR professionals:
- How do I stand out from the crowd with my CV?
- When do I still need a traditional cover letter?
- Which application hacks are convincing at the interview?
- How do I start a scientific career?
Exchange ideas on tricky topics such as salary negotiations, founding a start-up and social media or have your CV checked by professionals.
DLG network
Networking also needs to be practiced! The DLG stand opens up the world of the food supply chain. After all, where else do you get the chance to sit at a table with the young talents of tomorrow and discuss new approaches with the old hands? Find out about the Young DLG Food Network, product testing and committee work.
There is plenty of room for discussion at the DLG Tea Time. Use the platform for a smooth start to your career. We look forward to welcoming you.
Ask your questions:
- Bianca Burmester, Managing Director, foodjobs GmbH
- Carola K. Herbst, Deputy Managing Director and Division Manager Food and Food Technology, DLG e.V.
- Judith Neuhaus, Project Officer Young DLG Food, DLG Expert Center Food
- Dr. Lydia Howorka, Central College of the German Confectionery Industry (ZDS)
- Dr. Mario Mundorf, Managing Director, Association of the German Confectionery Industry (BDSI)
- Sandra Hohnwald, Human resources department, DLG e.V
