The Career Center’s career fairs are among the premier recruiting opportunities at UNC-Chapel Hill, connecting employers with thousands of talented undergraduate, graduate, and professional students from every academic discipline. Whether you’re recruiting for internships, full-time positions, part-time employment, or graduate programs, our career fairs provide an efficient way to build your brand on campus, expand your talent pipeline, and connect with students ready to make an impact.
Our team is here to support your recruiting goals before, during, and after the event. Any questions can be directed to employer_engagement@unc.edu.
UNC Students: Find information about upcoming Career Fairs HERE.
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| DATE | EVENT | LOCATION | TIME |
| January 27, 2027 | Spring Jobs and Internship Fair | Rams Head Recreation Center | 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST |
| March 30, 2027 | Health Professions Schools Information Fair | Rams Head Recreation Center | 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST |
Why Recruit at Carolina?
UNC-Chapel Hill students are known for their academic excellence, leadership, research experience, and commitment to solving complex challenges. Employers attend our fairs to:
- Build brand awareness with one of the nation’s top public universities
- Recruit students from 70+ undergraduate majors and hundreds of graduate and professional programs
- Meet candidates for internships, part-time jobs, full-time opportunities, experiential learning, graduate programs, and more!
- Develop long-term recruiting relationships with Carolina students and alumni
- Connected with a talented and highly engaged student population
Which Career Fair is Right for You?
We offer multiple recruiting opportunities throughout the academic year to help employers reach students based on their hiring needs.
Spring Jobs & Internships Career Fair – January 27, 2027
The Jobs & Internships Career Fair is UNC-Chapel Hill’s largest Spring semester annual recruiting event, bringing together employers and students from across all majors and academic programs.
Whether you’re recruiting for internships, full-time employment, experiential learning opportunities, or graduate programs, this event provides access to thousands of talented Carolina students eager to learn about your organization.
EVENT DETAILS
DATE: Wednesday, January 27, 2027
TIME: 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. (EST)
LOCATION: Rams Head Recreation Center (340 Ridge Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27599)
REGISTER: HERE
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Early Bird Pricing
| Employer Type | 1 Day |
| Standard | $675 |
| Nonprofit/Government | $400 |
| UNC Affiliate (includes UNC departments, UNC Health, UNC Research Centers) | $225 |
Standard Pricing
| Employer Type | 1 Day |
| Standard | $750 |
| Nonprofit/Government | $450 |
| UNC Affiliate (includes UNC departments, UNC Health, UNC Research Centers) | $250 |
Important Deadlines
| Deadline | Date |
| Early Bird Registration | November 9, 2026 |
| Early Bird Payment | December 7, 2026 |
| Standard Registration | January 8, 2027 |
| Standard Payment | January 8, 2027 |
What Your Registration Includes
Registration includes:
- Employer booth with 8’ table and 2 chairs
- Two recruiter registrations
- Wi-Fi access
- Lunch
(Additional representatives may be added during registration for an additional fee of $75 per rep, up to a total of 4 reps)
Health Professions & Schools Fair – March 30, 2027
Connect with Carolina’s future healthcare leaders at our Health Professions & Schools Information Fair 2027! Meet talented Tar Heel undergraduate and graduate students preparing for careers in medicine, nursing, and allied health fields and build your talent pipeline for jobs, internships, or graduate programs.
EVENT DETAILS
DATE: Tuesday, March 30, 2027
TIME: 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. (EST)
LOCATION: Rams Head Recreation Center (340 Ridge Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27599)
REGISTER: HERE
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Early Bird Pricing
| Organization Type | Fee |
| Flat Rate | $650 |
| UNC Affiliate (includes UNC departments, UNC Health, UNC Research Centers) | $175 |
Standard Pricing
| Organization Type | Fee |
| Flat Rate | $750 |
| UNC Affiliate (includes UNC departments, UNC Health, UNC Research Centers) | $200 |
Important Deadlines
| Deadline | Date |
| Early Bird Registration | November 10, 2026 |
| Early Bird Payment | December 4, 2026 |
| Standard Registration | March 2, 2027 |
| Standard Payment | March 2, 2027 |
What Your Registration Includes
Registration includes:
- Employer booth with 8’ table and 2 chairs
- Two recruiter registrations
- Wi-Fi access
- Lunch
(Additional representatives may be added during registration for an additional fee of $75, up to a total of 4 reps)
Tips for a Successful Career Fair
To maximize your recruiting success, we recommend:
- Register early to take advantage of Early Bird pricing and maximize student visibility.
- Complete your Handshake profile and include current job and internship postings.
- Clearly communicate the positions you’re hiring for and preferred qualifications.
- Bring engaging booth materials and giveaways that reflect your organization.
- Prepare recruiters to discuss company culture, hiring timelines, and application processes.
- Follow up with students promptly after the event to maintain engagement.
Career Fair Bundling
We are not offering career fair recruitment bundles in Spring 2027.
If you are interested in other ways to raise your brand visibility or conduct focused recruitment sessions at Carolina, email employer_engagement@unc.edu to explore opportunities that align with your organization’s goals.
