Career and job fairs prove to be an excellent resource for the unemployed and the employed yet looking for something new population. Essentially having a variety of employers in one arena, providing information on their businesses, companies, etc. and often offering onsite interviewing, can be a one stop job seekers dream. Career fairs occur sporadically in Denver, but when they do, their benefits can be endless.

Anyone who is struggling in this economy with finding steady employment, is well aware of how exhausting the job search can be. Countless hours online, looking through newspapers, keeping your eyes peeled for “now hiring” signs, submitting resumes, filling out applications, interviewing and returning calls to potential employers, is essentially a job in and of itself.

With that being said, utilizing the benefits of a career/job fair can provide the ability to conquer those things above, in one setting, at one time. Advice for those heading to the career fair…bring many resumes, dress professionally or in line with the type of career fair you are attending, be on time, be personable and use this time to communicate your goals and the benefits you can offer this company, bring your drivers’ license (if applicable), bring references with accurate contact information, do not spend your time on your phone (texting, answering calls, etc.), and bring copies of certifications if applicable. It is best to look at a career fair, as an interview.

We often spend time preparing for interviews. Career fairs are no different.

This is your opportunity to provide potential employers your information in person. Not over the phone. Not over the internet. Therefore, making a lasting impression is a significant advantage.

Listed below are career/job fairs in the Denver area:

1. Stevens Transport Hiring Event – DECEMBER 15^th, 2011 from 1p-3p
   
   1. 1500 Kansas Blvd. suite 4d in Longmont (entry level drivers)
2. Aerotek Hiring Event – DECEMBER 16^th, 2011 at 8:30am
   
   1. Jefferson County Workforce Center – 3500 Illinois St. in Golden
3. United Career Fairs SALES AND MANAGEMENT Job Fair – JANUARY 18^th, 2012 at 1pm
   
   1. Hyatt Regency Tech Center – 7800 E. Tufts Ave.
4. Denver Career Fair – JANUARY 25^th, 2012 from 10:30a-2pm
   
   1. Doubletree Hotel – 3203 Quebec St.
5. JobNewsUSA Job Fair – FEBRUARY 15^th, 2012 from 10a-2p
   
   1. Doubletree Hotel – 3203 Quebec St.
6. Denver Career Fair – FEBRUARY 27^th, 2012 from 11a-2p
   
   1. Doubletree Hotel – 3203 Quebec St.  
7. Denver Career Fair – MARCH 29^th, 2012 from 10:30a-2p
   
   1. Red Lion Hotel – 4040 Quebec St.
8. Denver Career Fair – MAY 23^rd, 2012 from 10:30a-2p
   
   1. Red Lion Hotel – 4040 Quebec St.
9. JobNewsUSA Job Fair – JUNE 21^st, 2012 from 10a-2p
10. Denver Career Fair – JULY 12^th, 2012 from 10:30a-2p
    
    1. Red Lion Hotel – 4040 Quebec St.
11. Denver Career Fair – SEPTEMBER 11^th, 2012 from 10:30a-2p
    
    1. Red Lion Hotel – 4040 Quebec St.
12. Denver Career Fair – NOVEMBER 7^th, 2012 from 10:30a-2p
    
    1. Red Lion Hotel – 4040 Quebec St.