Employers are Hiring! Attend a Virtual Career Fair in May
Career fairs are an excellent way to start or advance your job search. Virtual job fairs let you engage with potential employers and learn about job openings — all you need is an internet connection.
If you're aware of an upcoming job fair that our readers would find helpful, email us at socialmedia@choosework.ssa.gov with the event name, dates and official website.
AbilityJobs
AbilityJobs offers specific online resources for job seekers with disabilities. Accessibility features offer you the opportunity to connect with employers using an American Sign Language interpreter, screen reader or other accommodations. This job fair website also offers online face-to-face interviews with recruiters. Learn more about AbilityJobs' job fairs and how to attend.
CareerEco Virtual Career Fairs
Many organizations list their events on CareerEco. Check out one of the virtual events listed below or find other events by looking at the full calendar.
- May 7: Region 8 Education Service Center Virtual Educator Job Fair
- May 18: US Army Physician Scholarship and Hiring Event
Looking for work? Virtual career fairs bring all the benefits of a traditional in-person fair without having to leave the comfort of your home. Learn how to better prepare for a virtual career fair so you can stand out in the crowd.
Diversity Career Group
Diversity Career group focuses their career and job fairs on connecting employers and jobseekers through sit-down conversations and even first-round job interviews. Check out the full calendar.
- May 20: Los Angeles Career Fair - Virtual Job Fair
- May 26: Denver Career Fair - Virtual Job Fair
- May 27: Phoenix Career Fair - Virtual Job Fair
Equal Opportunity Publications
Equal Opportunity Publications (EOP) offers a variety of diversity recruitment resources, including national online career magazines, virtual job boards, and career fairs for minority groups and people with disabilities. Check out EOP's career expos page for a list of events.
RecruitMilitary
RecruitMilitary seeks to tap into the extensive talent pool that veterans represent for employers. For a listing of all RecruitMilitary career fairs, visit their calendar.
- May 13: Norfolk Area Virtual Career Fair for Veterans
- May 18: National Virtual Career Fair
- May 27: Atlanta Virtual Career Fair for Veterans
- May 27: Ohio Virtual Career Fair for Veterans
About Ticket to Work
There's a lot to consider when job searching, and it can be tough trying to do everything on your own. Social Security's Ticket to Work (Ticket) Program supports career development for people ages 18 through 64 who receive Social Security disability benefits (SSDI or SSI) and want to work. The Ticket Program is free and voluntary. The Ticket Program connects you with free employment services to help you decide if working is right for you, prepare for work, find a job or maintain success while you are working.
Finding a Job
The resources on the Ticket to Work Find a Job page can also help as you start or continue your job search. For more comprehensive support, we recommend using the Find Help tool to find a service provider that can offer personalized assistance. The Find a Job webpage includes a chart that you can use to compare the features that the various organizations provide, such as job boards, resume services and social networking opportunities. Some of the organizations also offer an employer directory and access to recruiters.
Learn more
To learn more about the Ticket Program, visit choosework.ssa.gov or call the Ticket to Work Help Line at 1-866-968-7842 or 1-866-833-2967 (TTY) Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET. Ask a representative to send you a list of service providers or find providers on your own with the Ticket Program Find Help tool.
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