Let’s go, Young Talents! The SPS 2026 offers hands-on automation, valuable insights and direct contact with companies – ideal for apprenticeships, studies and career entry.
Experience the SPS in 44 seconds
As a Young Talent at the SPS, you are right at the heart of the action – immersed in technology, close to innovation and in direct exchange with future-oriented companies. Exciting challenges and real career opportunities included.
Your start at the SPS begins here
Registration documents will be available shortly and published here. Are you already interested in the SPS Makeathon, Guided Tours or career guidance? Feel free to contact us at: sps-visitors@mesago.com.
Your benefits at a glance
- Experience hands-on practice: Connect theory with real-world industry experience.
- Get inspired: Meet professionals and like-minded peers – for ideas that truly move you forward and connections that last.
- Discover future technologies: Experience innovations that are not only transforming the industry, but also shaping your future.
- Show creativity and team spirit: Put your skills to the test at the SPS Makeathon.
- Your dream job within reach: Our Guided Tours take you directly to companies looking for talents like you.
Our highlight offers for you
Whether inspiration, networking or hands-on participation – the SPS offers a diverse program across all three trade show days. Guided Tours, the SPS Makeathon, as well as opportunities for career guidance and the Young Talents Rallye provide many ways to explore, connect and take part.
SPS Makeathon: put your skills to the test
2.5 hours. One team. One goal. At the SPS Makeathon, you work with companies and industry partners on real challenges – live at the trade show and supported by ITQ GmbH, New Automation e. V., and dedicated sponsors. Creativity meets technology and innovation meets team spirit.
Best of Makeathon
The SPS Makeathon at a glance
Your benefits
- Hands-on experience: work on real projects
- Active networking: get to know companies and industry experts
- Experience teamwork: develop creative solutions together
Event details
- When: 24 – 26 November 2026, mornings and afternoons
- (Workshop I: 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and workshop II: 1:45 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.)
- Who: students, vocational school students and students from technical schools (for example technical high schools)
- Where: meeting point at the Makeathon stand 5-308 in Hall 5
- Registration: The registration documents will be available shortly. Would you like to register for the SPS Makeathon already? Simply send us an email at sps-visitors@mesago.com.
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Guided Tours: exclusive insights
Looking for new perspectives in the automation industry? Then the Guided Tours are just right for you.
Best of Guided Tours
Guided Tours at a glance
Your benefits
- Exclusive access to leading companies: experience top companies in the automation industry up close and gain insights into current trends and technologies directly from experts
- Orientation for your future: discover which areas of the industry inspire you and what your professional future could look like
- Networking made easy: connect with industry professionals, experts and potential employers and expand your professional network
Event details
- When: 24 – 26 November 2026, mornings, approximately 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
- Who: students, vocational school students and students from technical schools (for example technical high schools). Maximum of 15 participants per tour
- Registration: The registration documents will be available shortly. Are you already interested in the Guided Tours? Feel free to send us an email at sps-visitors@mesago.com.
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Young Talents Rallye: meet top exhibitors and win
Interested in innovation, job opportunities or your next career step? Join the Young Talents Rallye at the SPS, meet exhibitors and win prizes with a bit of luck.
Best of Young Talents Rallye
How it works:
- Visit different exhibition stands and briefly talk to companies about products, innovations or career opportunities.
- After each conversation, you receive a stamp on your stamp card.
- With at least four stamps, you can redeem your stamp card for a now lemonade from Lammsbräu at the Career Zone.
- In addition, you automatically take part in the prize draw and have the chance to win great prizes.
How to participate
Pick up a stamp card on-site at our Career Zone. Further details will be published here at a later date.
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