March 9, 2026

Build Your Career: Construction and Trades Job Fair

Meet employers and training providers, learn about programs to help you get started, and kickstart your career in construction and trades!

Fairfax County Employment Services, Northern Virginia Construction Careers Coalition, the WISH Center, and Fairfax County Neighborhood and Community Services are joining forces to host Build Your Career: Construction and Trades Job Fair on Thursday, March 26th!

You can also attend workshops during the event to power up your goals:

Financial Literacy
AI and the Jobseeker
Training and Workforce Programs and Services For You

Staggered Entry Times: To ensure a smooth experience, the event will operate with staggered entry, offering three designated time slots at 12:30 PM, 1:30 PM, and 2:30 PM. Registration is highly encouraged to secure your preferred time slot and make the most of the event.

Thursday, March 26, 2026

12:30-3:30 p.m.

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Access Top Talent for Your Business - At No Cost to You

Are you an employer seeking highly skilled professionals with federal government or government contracting experience in Project Management or IT?

Fairfax County has a solution!

We're calling on local businesses to join Talent Up NOVA, an initiative designed to connect local businesses with top tier, transitioning former federal employees and contractors, bringing experienced talent directly into your applicant pool.

Employer Benefits

Risk-Free Access: Host qualified candidates in a temporary professional work experience at zero cost—wages are fully covered by Talent Up NOVA.
Expert Talent: Gain access to professionals with years of federal and contractor experience, advanced technical skills, and existing security clearances.
Competitive Compensation: Program-supported placements offer a minimum wage of $30/hour.

Partner with Talent Up NOVA to strengthen your workforce while helping a talented Fairfax County resident launch their next career chapter.

Complete the Interest Form

Federal Workforce Resource Hub

Fairfax County is home to thousands of federal workers and contractors. We have a variety of resources and services that can help former federal employees, contractors and anyone else affected by job loss.

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Is WIOA Right for You?

Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) offers workforce development services to eligible job seekers.

Services include:

Career coaching focused on in-demand jobs.
Assistance with resume writing, interview preparation, and job search.

Job skills trainings and credentials.
Paid work experience opportunities.
Work uniforms, tools, and other supportive services.

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Let Us Help You Reach Your Career Goals!

The Virginia Career Works-Northern Region team is ready to help with your employment needs. We offer:

Career coaching.
Resume critique.
Cover letter assistance.
Interview practice, and more

Set up an appointment today!

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Virginia Career Works-Fairfax Centers and WIOA Title I-financially assisted programs are an equal opportunity program/employer committed to nondiscrimination based on disability in all programs, services, and activities. Reasonable accommodations, to include auxiliary aids and services, are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. For information, call the Virginia Career Works-Fairfax Centers at 703-533-5400, 711 VA Relay.