It’s not secret at all, but when it comes to employment, things are getting hard out here. Layoffs are increasing and restaurants are closing.
If you need a job, one place you can check is at your local job fair in and around Atlanta.
Check Out These Atlanta Job Fairs
Here are some upcoming job fairs and career fairs scheduled in metro Atlanta for February 2026, based on current listings.
Note that details (like exact times, participating employers, or registration requirements) can change, so check the linked sites or contact organizers for the latest info and to register.
- March 3, 2026: Kennesaw State University 2026 Spring Government and Non-Profit Job Fair
Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: KSU Center (likely Kennesaw or Marietta campus area)
Focus: Government and non-profit sectors. Great for public service roles.
More info: metroatlantaexchange.org - March 3, 2026: City of Atlanta Dept. of Human Resources Internship & Resource Fair 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Atlanta City Hall, 55 Trinity Avenue SW, Atlanta, GA 30303
Focus: Internships, resources, and city-related opportunities.
More info: careerfair.gatech.edu or atlantaga.gov - March 5–6, 2026: Showcase Atlanta Workforce Expo (in partnership with Atlanta Department of Labor & Employment Services)
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM each day
Location: Georgia World Congress Center, Thomas Murphy Ballroom, 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
Focus: Curated employers hiring across sectors, tied to workforce needs for upcoming major events. Free and open to all job seekers.
More info: showcaseatlanta.com or metroatlantaexchange.org - March 11, 2026: Sandy Springs Connects! Career Expo
Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center, 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs, GA
Focus: Opportunities with top employers in metro Atlanta’s Central Perimeter area. Hosted by Community Assistance Center, City of Sandy Springs, and Greater Perimeter Chamber. Free in-person networking.
More info: roughdraftatlanta.com or local chamber sites - March 12, 2026: Choice Career Fairs Atlanta Career Fair
Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta Perimeter Center, 1501 Lake Hearn Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30319
Focus: Face-to-face with hiring decision-makers from top area employers.
More info: choicecareerfairs.com or Eventbrite - March 12, 2026: Atlanta Diversity Virtual Job Fair (via JobFairX or similar)
Time: Around 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM (virtual)
Focus: Diversity-focused, connect and interview with top employers online.
More info: Eventbrite or jobfairx.com - March 23, 2026: Entry-Level Atlanta, GA Virtual Job Fair (JobFairX)
Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM EDT (virtual)
Focus: Entry-level roles, with profile matching and virtual interviews.
More info: jobfairx.com - March 25, 2026: Atlanta Job Fair – Sales & Management Focused (United Career Fairs)
Time: 6:00 PM sharp (evening event)
Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Atlanta Perimeter, 4386 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd, Atlanta, GA
Focus: Sales and management positions in greater Atlanta metro.
More info: unitedcareerfairs.com or Eventbrite
There are also several virtual options from JobFairX in February (e.g., Entry-Level on Feb 16, Technology on Feb 13), which are Atlanta-focused but online.
For more, check sites like metroatlantaexchange.org, Eventbrite (search “job fair Atlanta”), or Georgia Department of Labor resources. Good luck with your job search!
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