Vocational training and career events in Hungary

Vocational training institutions across Hungary have been hosting various community and career-oriented events to assist students with professional development and career choices.

In Makó, the Galamb József Agricultural Technical School and Vocational Training School held an open day and machinery exhibition featuring precision farming demonstrations and livestock displays. Additionally, the Jávorka Sándor Agricultural and Food Industry Technical School in Tata received the ‘Happy School’ title for the 2026/2027 academic year, recognizing its focus on student mental health and social skills.

Other regional activities included a Halloween-themed event at the Szondi György Technical School in Nógrád County, which emphasized environmental awareness and foreign language skills. In Dunaújváros, the Dunaújváros Vocational Training Center hosted its ninth annual Professions Day, showcasing over 50 different trades to help middle school students identify future career paths.

Recent efforts to assist with secondary school selection continue in Heves County, where three schools under the Heves County Vocational Training Center (HVSZC) are scheduled to hold open days this November. These institutions provide training in sectors such as automotive manufacturing, CNC machining, welding, healthcare, social services, and hospitality. In Nógrád County, the Szondi György Technical School further integrated professional training with community engagement through a Halloween event featuring foreign language competitions and demonstrations in cosmetology, hairdressing, and pumpkin carving.