Mika Scheid, a student from Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, reflects a growing interest among young Germans in the military and defense sector since Russia's invasion of Ukraine. This marks a shift from Germany's strong pacifist stance rooted in its WWII history. The opportunity for jobs in the defense industry comes amid a downturn in the German economy and a significant increase in military spending. Despite some protests against arms manufacturers at job fairs, the stigma around the sector appears to be fading, highlighting a broader shift in public perception in light of recent geopolitical changes.
"People are beginning to understand that the Bundeswehr (the German armed forces) is now clearly focused on defending the country and NATO," said a student at a job fair.
"The political discourse we have had since 2022 has led Germans to change their way of seeing things," said a consultant aiding defence recruitment.
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