Career/Job Fair

Event Details

  • When: Mar 5, 2026 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Venue: The Pit

Ready to take the next step in your career Journey?

Explore Summer Job, Internship, Co-op or volunteer opportunities.

Network with employers and community organizations.

Gain valuable insights and learn about current labour market trends.

Employers & Organizations Scheduled to Attend:

Employers

  • Nova Scotia Health, People Services – Recruitment
  • Nova Scotia Provincial Government – Department of Opportunities and Social Development
  • Nova Scotia Provincial Government – Talent Acquisition
  • Canadian Armed Forces – Army Reserves Recruiting
  • RBC Royal Bank
  • Victoria Fisheries Co-op
  • Nova Scotia Department of Justice, Correctional Services
  • Cabot Cape Breton
  • Parks Canada
  • VON Nova Scotia – Cape Breton Metro Branch
  • Cape Smokey Holdings Ltd.
  • Ingonish Harbour Resort Inc.
  • MNP
  • Workers Compensation Board of Nova Scotia
  • CBU Students Union
  • Dundee Resort & Golf Club
  • Blue Bayou Resort
  • Table Doucet/Bistro Fiset

Service Providers, Organizations & Volunteer Agencies

  • Cape Breton Partnership
  • YMCA of Cape Breton – NS Works
  • EPIC Youth Peer & Outreach
  • Chartered Professionals in Human Resources of Nova Scotia (CPHR) Nova Scotia

Career Fair Tips:

Before the Fair:

  • Attend a workshop to help you polish your resume and prepare for a career fair (register via mycareer.cbu.ca)
  • Ensure you have enough copies of your resume and that it is impeccable
  • Think about your job and/or career goals and target which employers you want to meet
  • Prepare an elevator pitch:
    • Introduce yourself
    • Mention your program of study
    • Describe the type of work being sought (summer, internship, co-op, full-time)
    • End by outlining what you can do for them (past experiences/education and other relevant information)
    • Think about your job and/or career goals and specifically target which employers you want to meet

During the Fair:

  • Present yourself as you would for an interview, dress for the job
  • Be polite and wait your turn to speak, employers will notice this
  • Thank the employer for their time
  • Document which employers you spoke with and make note of any feedback and/or follow-up instructions

After the Fair:

  • If you are directed to submit an application/resume online, do so as soon as possible

**Storm Date:  March 6th