4 Free Virginia Beach Area Hiring Events This June 2026

Published May 23, 2026 | By Hannah at LocalJobPage Team

🗓️ At a Glance

May 29: Hampton Roads Transit Career Fair — free, in-person at 509 E. 18th St., Norfolk
June 4: Military Sealift Command Career Fair, Suffolk — free, in-person at Fort Eustis Transition Assistance Program, Suffolk, VA
June 10: Military Sealift Command Career Fair, Chesapeake, free, in-person in Chesapeake, VA
June 11: Hampton Roads Workforce Council 5th Annual Regional Job Fair, free, in-person at Hampton Roads Convention Center, Hampton

Hampton Roads is heading into early June with a packed calendar of employer-facing hiring events, and job seekers across Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Suffolk, and Hampton all have nearby options. Four verified events spread across less than two weeks put everything from transit operator roles and federal maritime careers to hundreds of employers across every industry within reach. Whether you are looking for a first job, a better-paying trade, or a path into federal civilian service, this window delivers. Browse open Virginia Beach area jobs while you plan your visit.

Hampton Roads Transit Career Fair, May 29, Norfolk

Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) is holding one of its ongoing hiring career fairs on Friday, May 29, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its Norfolk facility. HRT is actively filling full-time and part-time bus operator trainee slots as well as full-time mechanic positions. What sets this event apart from a standard job fair is the structure: attendees complete an application on-site, go through a brief screening, and sit for an on-the-spot interview the same day. Candidates who clear the screening can leave with a contingent offer in hand. HRT offers paid CDL permit preparation, paid training, medical, dental, vision, and pension benefits, making this one of the stronger public-sector entry points in the region.

Date: Friday, May 29, 2026, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Where: 509 E. 18th St., Building 4, Norfolk, VA 23504, meet in the front lobby Hosted by: Hampton Roads Transit Admission: Free

Search open bus operator jobs or mechanic jobs in the area to prepare for your visit.

Military Sealift Command Career Fair, June 4, Suffolk

Military Sealift Command (MSC) brings its career fair circuit into Suffolk on Thursday, June 4, from 10 a.m. to noon. MSC is the U.S. Navy's primary ocean transportation provider, and it recruits Civil Service Mariners (CIVMARs), federal civilian employees who serve aboard government ships worldwide. The command actively targets veterans, transitioning service members, merchant marines, and maritime school graduates, but candidates from other skilled backgrounds are also encouraged to attend. Admission is free, and MSC recruiters are on hand to walk through application steps and career pathways. Questions before the event can be directed to the CIVMAR Support Center at 877-562-7672 or civmar@sealiftcommand.com.

Date: Thursday, June 4, 2026, 10 a.m.–noon ET Where: Suffolk, VA (contact MSC at 877-562-7672 for specific venue details) Hosted by: Military Sealift Command Admission: Free

Search maritime jobs across Hampton Roads to see what else is open in the field.

Military Sealift Command Career Fair, June 10, Chesapeake

MSC follows its Suffolk stop with a longer Chesapeake event on Wednesday, June 10, running from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Chesapeake session gives the same access to federal maritime careers as the Suffolk fair but allows more time on-site, making it a strong option for candidates who want unhurried conversations with recruiters. MSC's civil service mariner roles come with federal benefits, job security, and advancement potential that few private employers in Hampton Roads can match. The same contact information applies: 877-562-7672 or civmar@sealiftcommand.com for venue specifics and pre-registration guidance.

Date: Wednesday, June 10, 2026, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. ET Where: Chesapeake, VA (contact MSC at 877-562-7672 for specific venue details) Hosted by: Military Sealift Command Admission: Free

Explore federal civilian jobs in the Hampton Roads region for additional openings in this sector.

Hampton Roads Workforce Council 5th Annual Regional Job Fair, June 11, Hampton

The biggest multi-employer event in this window is the Hampton Roads Workforce Council's 5th Annual Regional Job Fair, scheduled for Thursday, June 11, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Hampton Roads Convention Center. The event is organized by the Hampton Roads Workforce Council in partnership with Hampton Economic Empowerment and regional partners, and it draws a wide cross-section of employers from across Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Newport News, and beyond. Employer spots are competitive and fill quickly, which signals strong participation from hiring organizations. On-the-spot interviews are built into the format, giving job seekers a direct line to immediate hiring decisions rather than a follow-up process that can drag on for weeks.

Date: Thursday, June 11, 2026, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Where: Hampton Roads Convention Center, 1610 Coliseum Drive, Hampton, VA 23666 Hosted by: Hampton Roads Workforce Council Admission: Free

The council serves Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, Portsmouth, and Suffolk. Search customer service jobs or healthcare jobs to identify which employers to target before you walk in.

Year-Round Hiring Resources in Virginia Beach

Between events, the Hampton Roads Workforce Council runs year-round career services for all seven cities in the region, including Virginia Beach. Their American Job Centers offer resume review, skills assessments, and direct referrals to employers actively filling roles. Virginia Works also hosts a recurring virtual hiring event for the Hampton Roads region on the third Wednesday of each month, connecting job seekers with employers like the City of Virginia Beach, Norfolk Public Schools, Virginia Port Authority, and the Internal Revenue Service. Search government jobs or skilled trades jobs to see what is currently posted in the area.

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Four confirmed hiring events in less than two weeks give Hampton Roads job seekers more face-time with recruiters than most metro areas see in a full month. Plan your stops, line up your target employers at the June 11 regional fair, and search full-time jobs in Virginia Beach to see every open role posted right now.