Job Fairs & Hiring Events in Bakersfield, CA

Every job fair, career fair and walk-in hiring event we know about in the Bakersfield area, soonest first. Each listing covers the date, location, who is hiring and how to get ready. This page updates automatically as new events are announced.

Upcoming events (2)

Sep 28 Mon Kern County Oil Workers: Free Retraining Money, and an Info Session September 28 Kern County's displaced oil and gas worker fund can pay up to $15,000 for retraining, plus $2,500 for tools and transportation. A free information ses... Details & how to prepare Oct 28 Wed Fall 2026 Kern County Job Fairs and Hiring Events: Your Complete Guide Six confirmed hiring events run across Kern County between September 15 and October 28, from downtown Bakersfield out to Mojave, Ridgecrest and Taft. ... Details & how to prepare

Recently held

These events have already taken place. Many recur, so the recap tells you what to expect next time.

Sep 15 Tue Kern County Healthcare Job Fair Comes to the Bakersfield Marriott September 15 Employers' Training Resource brings Kern County health care employers to the Bakersfield Marriott on Tuesday, September 15, from 9 a.m. to noon. All e... Event recap

How to get the most out of a job fair

  • Register in advance when the event offers it. Pre-registered candidates often get in first and skip the line.
  • Bring 10 to 15 printed resumes and a short list of the employers you want to see, taken from the event listing.
  • Prepare a 30-second introduction: who you are, what you do, and what you are looking for.
  • Ask each recruiter for the next step and a contact, then follow up within two days.
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