Job Fairs / Career Events

Here is a list of Job Fairs happening in the Month of June:

Saturday, June 14 

Who: Hotel Arts 
Where: Hotel Arts 119 12 Ave SW, Calgary AB 
Time: 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m
What: To Find out more go to Hotelartsgroup.com/careers 


Thursday, June 19 

Who: Alberta Works Hiring Events with Cargill Foods and Talentcor 
Where: Calgary East - Marlborough Alberta Works Centre Marlborough Mall 1502, 515 Marlborough Way, N.E., Calgary
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m
What: Talentcor will be recruiting experienced Forklift Operators, Power Jack Operators, Electronic Assemblers and Warehouse Workers. 
Cargill will be hiring Meatcutters and Butchers. 


Please check back often as this list is always updating. Or go to our Facebook Page where new job fairs are posted 

How to Stand out at a Career Fair

How to Stand out at a Career Fair

I recently went to a Career Fair with a friend that was in the “I am so desperate for a job that I am applying for anything” mode. I stopped him and said that is not that best way to go about this. You need to go in there and be professional.  He wanted to know how I can be so cool, calm, collect about going in and I said “just treat it like an interview” where I follow the same steps and use a few pointers that a career coach gave me not that long ago:

Before you go:

- Find out which employers that are going to be there (they should be posted on the website)
- Research what the employers  are looking for
- Know what you are looking for (Don’t be my friend, J)
- Print copies of your resume and protect them from stains and bends
- Dress like you are going to an interview
- Create an ‘elevator speech’
- Practise, Practise, Practise!

When you get there:

- Arrive early so you have a chance to see the employer that you most want to see
- After you see the employers that you really want to meet, go back and talk to the others
- Keep an open mind!
- Take notes on who you meet and the companies that they work for and when is a good chance to do a follow up with them
- Use your time well. If you are standing and waiting in line, try listening to what the people in front of you are asking and what the employer says
- Greet the employer, smile, be friendly. Don’t be my friend J, who just went over and handed the employer his resume. This is the time for you to shine!
- Ask them what the next step is in the hiring process. It shows that you are seriously interested in working for that company
- Collect business cards

After the Career Fair:

- Send a “Thank You” Note or email to the employer from the contact you made and from the business cards that you picked up
- After you get a response from the employer, try to keep in touch

Here is a list of Job Fairs happening in the Month of May:

Here is a list of Job Fairs happening in the Month of May:

Wednesday, May 7
Who: Alberta Works Hiring Events with The Home Depot
Where: Alberta Works Centre Fisher Park II 100, 6712 Fisher Street, S.E., Calgary
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m
What: The Home Depot is hiring Merchandising Execution Associates for multiple locations in Calgary. These positions are responsible for correct display of products, product knowledge, assisting customers and working as a team. Part-time and full-time employment is available Monday to Friday in shifts between 6 a.m. and 3 p.m., no evenings or weekends

Thursday, May 8
Who: Alberta Works Hiring Events with The Home Depot
Where: Alberta Works Centre Radisson Centre Main Floor, 525 28 Street S.E.
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m
What: The Home Depot is hiring Merchandising Execution Associates for multiple locations in Calgary. These positions are responsible for correct display of products, product knowledge, assisting customers and working as a team. Part-time and full-time employment is available Monday to Friday in shifts between 6 a.m. and 3 p.m., no evenings or weekends

Who: Alberta Works Mini Job Fair!
Where: Alberta Works Centre Radisson Centre Main Floor, 525 28 Street S.E.
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m
What: Positions Include:
- Customer Service, Cashiers and Stock Associates
- General Labourers Construction
- Warehouse Personnel
-  Brand Ambassadors
Bring your resume and come prepared for an interview! For more information and job descriptions, please visit here.

Who: Alberta Works Hiring Events with The Home Depot
Where: Alberta Works Centre One Executive Place 1816 Crowchild Trail N.W.
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m
What: The Home Depot is hiring Merchandising Execution Associates for multiple locations in Calgary. These positions are responsible for correct display of products, product knowledge, assisting customers and working as a team. Part-time and full-time employment is available Monday to Friday in shifts between 6 a.m. and 3 p.m., no evenings or weekends

Who: Banff/Canmore Spring Hiring Fair
Where: Cascade Plaza (317 Banff Ave Banff, AB T1L 1A1)
Time: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m
What: Check the website for more details

Please check back often as this list is always updating. Or go to our Facebook Page where new job fairs are posted

More Job Fairs In Calgary

Tuesday, April 22, 2014

Who:  Alberta Works Hiring Event with Nurse Next Door Home Care Services
Where: Calgary North - One Executive Place Alberta Works Centre 1816 Crowchild Trail, N.W. Calgary
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
What:  Hiring RN’s, LPN’s, Caregivers and Companion Caregivers.
- Flexible work arrangements available
- Vehicle not required
- Bring your up-to-date resumé.

Tuesday, April 29

Who:  Alberta Works Who's ALIS
Where: Fernandes Multi-Purpose Room 1001-10 Avenue S.W. Calgary
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.   
What: Surf the Alberta Learning Information Services (ALIS) web site, participate in mock interviews and learn how to get results with your resumé. 

Thursday, May 1

Who: Alberta Works Café
Where: The Women's Centre of Calgary 39-4 Street, N.E Calgary
Time: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
What: The Women’s Centre of Calgary is a women only space. The event is open to persons identifying as women. AB Works will share information on how to re-enter the workforce. Drop by and have a cup of coffee while collecting information and asking questions. This is an informal drop-in session and no sign-up is required.

Who: Re-entering the workforce? What you need to know!
Where: The Women's Centre of Calgary 39-4 Street, N.E.Calgary
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
What: The Women’s Centre of Calgary is a women only space. The event is open to persons identifying as women. Alberta Works will host a workshop on how to re-enter the workforce. Join us to learn more, collect information and ask questions. Please sign up at caterina@womenscentrecalgary.org . The workshop is free of charge.

Friday, May 2, 2014

Who: Alberta Works Week Employment Resources Wrap Up Fair
Where: St. Cecilia Catholic Church 321-90 Avenue, S.E. Calgary
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
What: Learn about job search, resume writing, ALIS website and hot job opportunities. Partnership between CUPS and Alberta Works. Food and beverages provided.

Job Fairs happening in the Month of April:

Monday April 7- Wednesday April 9: 

                           

Who: Alberta Works Event: Job Search Boot Camp for Mature Workers
Where: Fort Calgary: 806-9 Avenue S.E., Calgary
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. - Registration, 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. - Program
What: Register online at www.futures-by-design.ca to choose ONE date to attend
For questions call 403-452-2210.
Lunch will be served. Space is limited.

Tuesday April 8: 

Who: City of Calgary 16th Annual Youth Hiring Fair
Where: BMO Centre Stampede Park
Time: 1:30p-6:00p
What: Over 5,000 jobs are available! Employers will be hiring for full-time, part-time, seasonal and career opportunities from a variety of industries. Youth ages 15-24 are encouraged to bring their resume, dress to impress and be prepared for on-the-spot interviews. For more information on the fair or to view a list of companies participating in the fair, visit nextsteps.org or call (403) 268-2490

Thursday, April 10: 

Who: Alberta Works Hiring Event with Iron Mountain
Where: Calgary East - Radisson Alberta Works Centre: Main Floor 525-28 Street, S.E., Calgary 525-28 Street S.E.,Calgary
Time: 1.00p to 4.00p
What: Hiring Record Center Specialist (Warehouse Associate), Courier and Vault Specialist.
» Bring your up-to-date resumé.

Tuesday, April 15, 2014

Who: Network Getwork Airdrie Employment Job and Career Fair

Time:1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Location: Rocky View Schools 2651 Chinook Winds Drive, S.W., Airdrie

What: For more info, visit airdrieemployment.com

 

Wednesday April 16: 

Who: Calgary Stampede Hiring Fair
Where: Grandstand Level 1 - 2200 Stampede Trail SE, Calgary
Time: 1.00p to 3.30p
What: The Calgary Stampede Catering department is looking for Banquet Servers and Dishwashers to work from May 17 – June 2, 2014. They are looking for great people to work Casual Part-Time through our our high school graduation events and the Global Petroleum Show.
They will also be hiring for Parking Attendants and Building Attendants to work Casual Part Time year-round at all of our events. To Register please go here.

Monday, April 28, 2014

Who: Employment Services Resource Fair

Where: Genesis Centre 7555 Falconridge Blvd., N.E., Calgary

Time: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

What: Opportunity for job seekers to one-stop-shop for career and training services under one roof. Approximately 40 service providers will be on site to help groups who are underrepresented in the labour market, including youth, immigrants, persons with disabilities, Aboriginals and mature workers.

Monday, April 28, 2014

Who: Employment Services Resource Fair

Where: Genesis Centre 7555 Falconridge Blvd., N.E., Calgary

Time: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

What: Opportunity for job seekers to one-stop-shop for career and training services under one roof. Approximately 40 service providers will be on site to help groups who are underrepresented in the labour market, including youth, immigrants, persons with disabilities, Aboriginals and mature workers.

Tuesday, April 29, 2014

Event: Champions Career Centre Open House

Where: Champions Career Centre: 650- 839 5 Avenue S.W., Calgary

Time:  12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

 What: Great opportunity to learn more about client services. Champions will have a special one hour session on how your disability can be a competitive advantage.

Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Who: BGS Open House

Where: BGS Enterprises 100 - 910 7 Avenue S.W, Calgary

Time:  1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

What:: Learn about BGS and the NetWORX program. Ask questions, see their learning space and meet staff and current job trainees.

Thursday, May 1, 2014

Who: Alberta Works Presentation

Where: Immigrant Services Calgary  910 7 Avenue S.W, Calgary

Time: 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

What: Are you a newcomer or recent immigrant to Calgary? Attend a presentation about employment and training services offered by Alberta Works.