Job Fairs and Career Events 2013 in Washington DC

Job fairs are held frequently in the Washington DC area and are great places to network, find out about current job openings and learn about future career development possibilities. If you are looking for a new job, attending a job fair will give you the opportunity to meet with representatives from a variety of employers at one time and place.

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Technology, Engineering and Security Clearance Career Fair
May 3, 2013. Crowne Plaza Tysons Corner, 1960 Chain Bridge Rd. McLean, VA. Jobs available in information technology, engineering, telecommunications, electronica and related fields.

The Washington Post Engineering, Technology, and Security Cleared Career Fair
May 6, 2013, 10 a.m. — 3 p.m. Hyatt Regency Crystal City, 2799 Jefferson Davis Highway Arlington, VA. Job applicants must be U.S. citizens and have a minimum of two years of related industry experience on top of degree, or comparable military background.

DC Streetcar Job Fair
May 14, 2013, 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Department of Employment Services Headquarters, 4058 Minnesota Ave NE, Washington, DC. Positions available include: Maintenance Technician, Material Handler, Service Attendant and Streetcar Operator

TECHEXPO Top Secret Career Fairs
May 21, 2013, BWI Marriott - Linthicum Heights, MD. May 22, 2013, Tysons Corner Ritz Carlton - McLean, VA The fair bring security cleared professionals together with the nation’s leading employers from the defense & government sectors.

Hiring Our Heroes
May 3, 2013 – Joint Base Andrews, MD, May 15, 2013 – Fort Belvoir, VA, June 11, 2013 – Washington, DC. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s National Chamber Foundation hosts job fairs to help veterans and military spouses transition from military service to the civilian workforce. The events are open to veterans, active duty service members, Guard and Reserve members, and military spouses only. Preregistration for the event is encouraged and proof of military service is required.

National Career Fairs
This company produces regular career fairs across the country bringing a wide range of job applicants and employers together. Upcoming fairs in the Washington DC area are scheduled for July 17, September 18 and December 5. The are all held at the Holiday Inn Rosslyn, 1900 North Fort Myer Drive Arlington, VA from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Need some advice on how to prepare for a job fair? About.com’s Job Search Site shares a Job Fair Checklist

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