Upcoming Job Fairs and Events
Meet the Employer Trades Edition: GMU Facilities and Campus Operations
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
3 – 6 p.m.
Fairfax County Government Center
12000 Government Center Pkwy
Fairfax, VA 22035
GMU Facilities and Campus Operations is hiring for skilled plumbers and HVAC technicians! If you are a plumber or HVAC technician with multiple years of experience, we encourage you to attend. GMU is also hiring for a Construction Field Representative. These roles come with many benefits. GMU cannot extend same day job offers. Candidates are highly encouraged to apply for roles in advance at jobs.gmu.edu. You will meet recruiters and learn more about the roles which can help you in the application process. Register here!
¡Consejos para solicitar empleos en el gobierno del Condado de Fairfax!
Thursday, July 16, 2026
3-5 p.m.
8350 Richmond Hwy
Alexandria, VA 22309
Esta sesión informativa será en español. Representatives from the Fairfax County Department of Human Resources – Employment Division will provide an overview of:
- How to search for Fairfax County job openings
- Tips for completing the online application
- What to expect during the hiring process
Register now to attend virtually or attend in person.
Government & Nonprofit Career Fair
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
2 – 5 p.m.
Franconia Governmental Center & Kingstowne Regional Library
7130 Silver Lake Blvd., Alexandria, VA 22315
Fairfax County Public Library and the Department of Family Services- Workforce Development, are partnering for the upcoming Government & Nonprofit Career Fair! This event is designed to connect employers with qualified job seekers interested in pursuing meaningful careers within government agencies, public service, and nonprofit organizations. Learn more and register.
Weekly Career Development Sessions and Webinars
Conversational English for Job Readiness
Practice and improve your conversational English so you are confident and prepared for employment. No registration required.
Sessions are held every Tuesday from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. at VCW Fairfax Annandale Center (7611 Little River Turnpike, Suite 300W, Annandale, VA 22003).
WIOA Information Sessions
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) offers workforce development services to eligible job seekers. Attend a virtual information session to hear more about WIOA as well as the other programs and services provided by the Virginia Career Works centers.
Held weekly on Fridays at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
How to Write an Effective Resume (Webinar)
Learn how to catch an employer's eye, be conspicuous in a crowd, and highlight your skills and accomplishments in a resume that will get you the job interview. Live webinar held the second Wednesday of each month at 11 a.m. Register here.
The Art of Interviewing (Webinar)
Learn how to sharpen your job-hunting skills, use new techniques to engage an interviewer, and determine if the job is a good fit for you. Live webinar held the third Wednesday of each month at 11 a.m. Register here.
DFS Workforce Development and Virginia Career Works - Northern Region regularly partner with employers and businesses across Northern Virginia to host job fairs and hiring events in a variety of fields and industries. We also offer live and on-demand webinars that support job seekers across career tracks, including former federal workers and contractors.