CareerFest '26 Brings 90 Hiring Companies and 3,000+ Jobs to Orlando's KIA Center on November 19
Free job fair adds career advice sessions, resume reviews and professional headshots so Central Florida job seekers walk out ready for their next role
ORLANDO, Fla. (November 2, 2026) Central Florida job seekers can meet 90 hiring companies face to face at CareerFest '26, presented by OrlandoJobs.com, on Thursday, November 19, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the KIA Center in downtown Orlando. The event is free for job seekers and includes free parking.
CareerFest is the region's year-end hiring event. Employers across healthcare, government, hospitality, transportation, retail, finance and more come ready to interview, collect resumes and fill open roles before the new year.
More Than a Job Fair
CareerFest gives job seekers everything they need to compete in one stop, at no cost:
90 hiring companies with 3,000+ open jobs, interviewing on site
Free career advice sessions led by Central Florida recruiting and career experts
Free resume reviews from HR and talent professionals
Free professional headshots by Joey, ready for LinkedIn the same day
Community partners including CareerSource, on hand with training and placement resources
Free parking in the ThreatLocker Garage, connected to the KIA Center by pedestrian bridge
Job seekers should bring printed resumes and dress for an interview. Pre-registration is free at events.orlandojobs.com.
Free Career Sessions With Local Experts
CareerFest '26 includes free career sessions throughout the day, a huge opportunity for job seekers to learn directly from Central Florida career experts. This year's sessions include:
Chasing the Company of Your Dreams: Culture Makes It More Than Just a Job
Power Interviewing: Prepare to Nail Your Dream Job
The Hidden Job Market: How to Get Seen Before the Job Is Posted
"Central Florida employers are not waiting until January to hire," said Roger Lear, CEO of OrlandoJobs.com and the Florida Talent Network. "CareerFest puts job seekers in the same room with the people making hiring decisions. You can meet a recruiter, sharpen your resume, get a new headshot and learn how to stand out, all in one afternoon. People walk in looking for a job and walk out with real leads."
CareerFest employers include Orlando International Airport, Trustco Bank, Massey Services, Florida Department of Health, University of Central Florida, City of Orlando, Swissport, LYNX, Orange County Government, NASCAR, Orlando City and Pride, Central Florida YMCA, Lake Sumter State College, Chase Travel, Travel and Leisure and Sanofi.
Employers can still reserve a booth or sponsorship at events.orlandojobs.com or by calling 407-645-4224.
CareerFest '26 at a Glance
What
CareerFest '26, Central Florida's year-end job fair and career event
When
Thursday, November 19, 2026, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Where
KIA Center, 400 W Church St., Orlando, FL 32801
Cost
Free for job seekers
Parking
Free, ThreatLocker Garage (enter from South Street)
OrlandoJobs.com has connected Central Florida job seekers with local employers for over 20 years. It hosts three signature job fairs each year at the KIA Center: Hire Day Orlando (April), Hire Palooza (August) and CareerFest (November). OrlandoJobs.com is part of the Florida Talent Network, which includes MiamiJobs.com, TampaBayJobs.com, SpaceCoastJobs.com, FortLauderdaleJobs.com, TallahasseeJobs.com and many others. Learn more at Florida Talent Network.
Media Contact
Roger Lear, CEO, OrlandoJobs.com 407-645-4611 | Roger@orlandojobs.com 43 East Pine Street, Orlando, FL 32801
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