Resources & Events

Building Bridges Between Higher Education and Industry

Northern Virginia is home to a vibrant ecosystem of employers and talent. This page brings together key career events, job fairs, training programs, and staffing resources that support both employers building their teams and students launching their careers.

Whether you’re a business looking to connect with emerging talent or a student exploring your next opportunity, these curated events and tools are designed to help you succeed.

Get in touch with our team at highered@fceda.org.

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Hire at Upcoming Career Fairs

2025 Welcome2Mason Part-Time Job Fair

During Welcome Week, George Mason University is inviting local companies with part-time jobs to attend their job fair on August 17, 2025. Payment Deadline: Tuesday, August 19, 2025 Register Here
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VA Universities Career Fair

The VA Universities Career Fair: Connecting Local Talent to Regional Opportunities offers employers the unique chance to recruit alumni and students from top Virginia institutions—including UVA, George Mason, William & Mary, VCU, Virginia Tech, and JMU. Discover your next talented hire on August 13 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., hosted at the UVA–NOVA Campus […]
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George Mason 2025 Fall Career Fair

Join George Mason University from September 29 to October 1, 2025, for their university-wide Career Fair, which attracts over 1,000 students each day. Register Here
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Where education and industry meet, innovation begins.

James Madison University X-Labs

JMU X-Labs invites employers to partner in collaborative, cross-disciplinary courses that begin with real-world problems and use design thinking to explore needs, brainstorm ideas, and test practical solutions. The degree of partner interaction is flexible—employers can engage through the Industry Partner Program, sponsor a design-thinking course, or help reimagine the internship experience. Partner with JMU at X-Labs today by reaching out to JMU X-Labs Executive Director, Connie Frigo, at frigocm@jmu.edu.

Industry Partner Program

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Launch Your Future: Career Resources for Students

Building connections with employers before graduation can make a real difference in your career journey. From career fairs and resume help to internship pipelines and skill-building programs, these resources are designed to help you gain experience, explore career paths, and increase job security after college.

Step 1: Explore Events & Get Support

Explore local events that connect you directly with regional employers and universities.

Step 2: Polish Your Resume & Find Jobs

Get expert support with resume writing, job applications, and staffing connections to kickstart your career.

  • Virginia Works
    Access resume reviews, job search tools, and one-on-one career guidance through the state’s workforce system.

  • ROCS Grad Staffing
    A staffing agency helping recent grads and college students find entry-level roles in business, marketing, admin, and more in the DMV region.

  • Turn2Partners
    A DC-based staffing firm connecting early-career professionals with job openings in finance, operations, and consulting.

Step 3: Upskill with Courses & Certifications

Earn new credentials or build career-ready skills through flexible online and in-person training programs.

  • EdX
    Take free online courses and certifications from universities like Harvard, MIT, and more—great for building your resume.

  • NOVA Workforce Programs
    Enroll in short-term certification programs in healthcare, IT, trades, and other in-demand fields through NOVA.