Young Talents

Your career start in the plastics and rubber industry

Are you looking for an apprenticeship with a future, or are you interested in studying plastics technology? Discover exciting job roles, study options and career prospects in a diverse and forward-looking industry.

Shaping the future

Why the plastics industry?

The plastics and rubber industry offers a wide range of career prospects and is working on key issues for the future. From the circular economy and climate protection to high-tech solutions for medicine and mobility.

Sustainability

Discover career opportunities in the circular economy and sustainable solutions.

High-tech

Work with modern technologies and innovative production processes.

Diversity

Discover a range of careers, training pathways and study options.

Future

Develop solutions for key challenges in medicine, transport and industry.

Your opportunities

Discover apprenticeships, degree programmes and careers

Find out about different paths into the plastics and rubber industry and discover which career entry point suits your interests.

Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships

Discover exciting apprenticeship opportunities and explore ways to start your career in the plastics industry.

Degree

Degree

Find out about degree programmes and career prospects in plastics engineering, technology and science.

Job profiles

Job profiles

Discover the variety of careers in the plastics and rubber industry and find out what roles you can expect.

Career opportunities

Career opportunities

Get an overview of career prospects and opportunities for your future.

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Young talents share their stories

A look behind the scenes

Young voices from the plastics industry

Four young talents talk about their apprenticeships and studies, their day-to-day work, challenges and opportunities in the plastics industry. The video podcast series was developed as part of the K 2025 Young Talents Initiative in collaboration with “Kunststoff:nachgefragt” and Kunststoffe magazine.

Jacqueline Fritz – ARBURG

Apprenticeship as an industrial clerk and a career start in HR development.

Jacob Manhartsgruber – EREMA

Started as a plant and operations engineer in recycling technology.

Mathias Biermann – SIMONA

A personal insight into starting a career in the plastics industry.

Johanna Stritar – Covestro Deutschland AG

Master’s degree meets practical experience in Technical Site Management and Chemical Engineering.

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Young Talents at K

Discover the opportunities for young talents

K offers special programmes for school pupils, students, apprentices and those starting their careers. Make the most of the event to find out more, make contacts and explore different career paths.

Your next step

Kick-start your future in the plastics industry

Find out about apprenticeship and degree programmes, discover exciting career profiles and get to know young talents and companies from the industry.

Frequently asked questions

Here you’ll find answers to the most important questions about your visit to the trade fair. Find out quickly and easily about relevant offers, services and how best to prepare for K.

Further information

Exhibitors

Exhibitors

Discover the exhibitors and products at K and find specific companies, innovations and solutions that interest you.

Floor Plan

Floor Plan

Find exhibitors, halls and key points of interest on the exhibition site, and plan your route around K quickly and easily.

Ticket Shop

Ticket Shop

Secure your ticket for K and prepare for your visit to the trade fair at your convenience – for a quick and hassle-free start.