UMGC Career Services is excited to invite you to our Virtual Career Fair!

This dynamic event offers opportunities to connect directly with employers and is open to all UMGC students and alumni.

Register

Complete your registration and upload your resume today. Participating employers will be able to view candidate profiles and request interviews.

Prepare & Apply

Sign up for a preparation session to refine your resume, practice your professional introduction, and apply to open positions.

Connect

Connect with employers asynchronously during Preview Week or interact with them live during the event day.

Agenda

Career Development Webinars
Tuesday, February 10, 2026

Get Noticed: Resume Tips for Career Fair Success
Recruiters scan resumes quickly, so it's crucial to make yours stand out when applying to multiple roles at the Virtual Career Fair. This webinar will guide you in customizing your resume for different positions, using VMock to enhance its impact, and navigating the vFairs platform for uploading and updating your resume. You'll also learn how employers access your resume before the event and why that visibility matters.

Watch On-Demand

Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Unlock Your Career: Proven Strategies for Job Search Success
Navigating today’s competitive job market can be challenging, especially when facing career changes or re-entering the workforce. This webinar offers practical strategies for setting realistic goals, identifying transferable skills, and staying motivated throughout your job search. You'll also learn how to evaluate opportunities, manage the emotional ups and downs, and build meaningful professional connections.

Watch On-Demand

Prep Webinars
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
7-8:00 p.m. ET

Prepare for the Virtual Career Fair (Arts & Sciences)
This interactive session will help you feel confident and prepared for the UMGC Virtual Career Fair, with expert guidance on navigating the platform and connecting with employers. This session is open to all with a focus on arts and sciences majors.

Watch On-Demand

Thursday, March 12, 2026
7-8:00 p.m. ET

Prepare for the Virtual Career Fair (Business)
This interactive session will help you feel confident and prepared for the UMGC Virtual Career Fair, with expert guidance on navigating the platform and connecting with employers. This session is open to all with a focus on business majors.

Watch On-Demand

Monday, March 16, 2026
7-8:00 p.m. ET

Prepare for the Virtual Career Fair (Cyber & IT)
This interactive session will help you feel confident and prepared for the UMGC Virtual Career Fair, with expert guidance on navigating the platform and connecting with employers. This session is open to all with a focus on IT and Cybersecurity majors.

Watch On-Demand

Preview Week
Friday, March 13, 2026 -
Friday, March 20, 2026

Preview the Platform
Login anytime a week before the event to update your profile, explore company booths, and apply for opportunities that catch your interest.

Even if you are unable to attend the event live, registering still gives you full access to exhibits during preview week, allowing you to participate asynchronously. During this time, you’ll also have the chance to upload your resume for employers to review, opening doors to both current and future roles. It’s a great way to get noticed by recruiters and make the most of the event at your own pace.

Drop-In Advising
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
6:00-8:00 p.m. ET

Drop-in Career Advising for the Virtual Career Fair
Join UMGC Career Advising Specialists for an interactive session designed to help you feel confident, prepared, and ready to make a lasting impression at the Virtual Career Fair. Bring your elevator pitch and receive personalized feedback to help you stand out during the event.

Elevator Pitch Blitz
Thursday, March 19, 2026
12:00-2:00 p.m. ET

Elevator Pitch Blitz
Join Career Advising Specialists in the Career Services Booth chat on the vFairs platform to learn how to craft your professional introduction. Receive feedback on your pitch using the 1:1 private chat feature

Live Event Day
Friday, March 20, 2026
10:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. ET

Virtual Career Fair
Step into our interactive Exhibit Hall, where you can chat live with employers, learn about their organizations, and discover roles that match your interests and career goals. Whether you're looking for a summer internship, a part-time position, or your first full-time job, this is your chance to make valuable connections and ask questions directly to recruiters in real time.

Friday, March 20, 2026
10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. ET

Career Resources Information Sessions
Explore career resources and programs by attending video roundtables featuring organization representatives. These participating companies will share information about career development tools, programs, and opportunities that can help you build your resume and advance your career pathway.

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Exhibitors

More to Come

Academia
Amigocare
Amewas
Apex
Axle
BCDG
CACI
CACI
ClearedJobs
Datahaven
DoDEA
Dorchester
Farm Credit
FBI
GDIT
Grinnell
Gigantes
Jersey
Kairos
HSOC
Intelligent Waves
Interstate
Liatris
Maryland
Maryland Judiciary
CACI
Mattress
Maximus
Metro Police
Academia
New York Life
Nonprofit Alliance
Northern Light
Northstar
Airport Police
Police Dept
RTT
Service Coordination
Social Security
Northwestern Mutual
US Park Police
Uni Maryland
Work Opportunity

Frequently Asked Questions

The UMGC Virtual Career Fair is open exclusively to UMGC students and alumni, and registration is required to participate.
Yes, this event is an opportunity to interact with recruiters in a group chat and to have your resume considered for open and future positions.
  • Chat topics may include current open positions and company culture.
  • Recruiters will initiate one-on-one chats with the candidates of interest.
At the Virtual Career Fair, you can:
  • Explore and apply for exciting job opportunities from employers seeking UMGC students and alumni.
  • Visit employer booths in the Exhibit Hall to deliver your professional introduction to employers to engage directly with recruiters during the event.
  • Join live Information Sessions and discover valuable career tools and programs through video roundtables with organization representatives.
  • Save employer documents and videos to review at your convenience.
You do not need to download or install any software to participate. You only need to have internet access.
  • It is recommended to use a PC or laptop to participate in this event.
  • Google Chrome and Firefox browsers will give you the best user experience.

A webcam is not required to participate. Some employers may have the ability to request a video chat, but you do not have to be on camera.
If you choose to use your webcam, make sure to do the following:
  • Dress professionally
  • Find a quiet place free from distractions
  • Use a blank or neutral wall as a background
  • Remove distracting photos
  • Remember to smile and to sit up straight
Go to the Edit Profile section of your fair account. After uploading your résumé, you can view it by clicking the “Uploaded Resume Link” displayed above the file submission area.
You can access the full list of participating employers under the Employer Matrix tab at the top of the fair page.
Identify employers with opportunities relevant to your career area of interest in 4 easy steps.
  • Select the tab of your choosing (Career Area, Position Type, Security Clearance, U.S. Citizenship).
  • Scroll through the first column to identify employers that align with your interests
  • Hover over your mouse over the career area to reveal the blue expand icon with two arrows
  • Click on the expand icon to reveal a pop-up box with a list of companies long with links to their career sites to explore and apply for opportunities of interest
For registration or profile issues, email careerservices@umgc.edu.
For accessibility accommodations, contact accessibilityservices@umgc.edu at least 72 business hours before the event.

Contact Us


Students and Alumni careerservices@umgc.edu