Job Fairs May 13, 2026 Updated: May 15, 2026

3 Kern County Job Fairs Coming Up: May & June 2026

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Published May 13, 2026 | By Hannah at LocalJobPage Team

Kern County's hiring season is far from over. Three confirmed hiring events are on the calendar between now and June 12 — two in-person Job Fest stops organized by Kern County Human Services and one free virtual career fair open to job seekers anywhere in the Bakersfield metro. If you've been waiting for the right moment to make a move, the next few weeks offer real opportunities across healthcare, warehouse, agriculture, government, and more. Browse open listings right now at Bakersfield jobs on LocalJobPage.com.

Shafter Job Fest 2026 — May 21

The Job Fest circuit comes to Shafter on May 21, 2026, running from 9 a.m. to noon. Kern County Human Services organizes this free event as part of its annual spring and summer Job Fest series, which has brought hundreds of employers to communities across Kern County over the years. Shafter and northwest Kern employers reliably show up to this stop, past editions have drawn staffing agencies, healthcare providers, logistics operations, and public agencies in strength. The Shafter Job Fest typically attracts a mix of entry-level and skilled-trade openings, making it a strong option whether you're looking for your first job or a career change. Organizers encourage attendees to bring at least 20 copies of their resume and dress professionally.

Note: As of publication, the specific venue for the 2026 Shafter Job Fest had not been publicly confirmed. The Shafter Veterans Hall at 309 California Avenue has hosted the event in previous years. Contact Kern County Human Services at (661) 631-6255 or (661) 556-0174 for the confirmed address before attending.

Date: May 21, 2026, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.  Where: Shafter, CA (venue to be confirmed, contact organizer for address)  Hosted by: Kern County Human Services / Job Fest Kern  Admission: Free

Industries well represented at this stop include agriculture, staffing, and public services. Search Shafter-area openings now to get a head start on which employers to target at the booth.

Bakersfield Virtual Job Fair, June 10

If you'd rather skip the drive, the Bakersfield Virtual Job Fair on June 10, 2026 connects local job seekers with hiring recruiters entirely online starting at 11 a.m. The event is produced by DiversityX and runs on a virtual platform where candidates complete a profile, get matched with employers whose open roles align with their background, and then schedule video interviews, all in a single session. It's a practical option for anyone in the broader Kern County metro, from Oildale to Arvin, who can't take time off work for a daytime in-person event. Remote and hybrid roles tend to appear alongside traditional on-site openings at virtual fairs like this one.

Date: June 10, 2026, 11:00 a.m. (online)  Where: Virtual, register online to receive access link  Hosted by: DiversityX  Admission: Free for job seekers

Roles across customer service, sales, IT, and management are commonly featured at DiversityX virtual fairs. Pre-registering and completing your profile before event day is how candidates get matched and invited to interviews.

Delano Job Fest 2026, June 11

One day after the virtual fair, the Job Fest circuit closes out its spring run with a major in-person event in Delano. The 2026 Delano Job Fest is scheduled for June 11, 2026 from 9 a.m. to noon at Cesar Chavez High School, 800 Browning Road, Delano. This is one of the largest stops on the annual circuit, past Delano events have drawn more than 70 employers, including the Kern County Sheriff's Office, Kern Health System, Valley Achievement Center, the Superior Court of California, and a mix of restaurants and retailers. On-the-spot job offers are a real feature at this event: when an employer extends an offer to a job seeker on the floor, organizers ring a bell. It's an energetic atmosphere built for people who are ready to interview that day. Look up Delano-area jobs before you go so you know which sectors are actively posting.

Date: June 11, 2026, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.  Where: Cesar Chavez High School, 800 Browning Rd., Delano, CA 93215  Hosted by: Kern County Human Services / Job Fest Kern  Admission: Free

Employers regularly active at Delano Job Fest events include the Kern County Sheriff's Office (look up law enforcement openings), Kern Health System (healthcare roles), and local restaurant and hospitality employers. Organizers say to bring at least 20 resume copies and dress for success.

Year-Round Hiring Resources in Bakersfield

Between events, Kern County job seekers have several strong resources to tap. Job Fest Kern, operated by Kern County Human Services, posts job leads from employers across the county year-round and can be reached at (661) 631-6255. America's Job Center of California, located at 1600 E. Belle Terrace, Bakersfield, holds regular workshops and hiring events, call (559) 788-1400 for the current schedule. For open government and county jobs, Kern County's human services job board posts leads from public agencies on a rolling basis.

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