# Event Details - **Event Name**: General Registration- 2026 Career Connect Expo - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 08 Oct, 2026 at 11:30 am – Thu, 08 Oct, 2026 at 01:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Get ready to kickstart your career search and connect with top employers at the 2026 Career Connect Expo!About this EventYou are invited to attend the 2026 Career Connect ExpoThis career event will support former federal employees and contractors, NOVA/Alexandria students, and the general public who are interested in skilled professional opportunities. Meet with business with roles in any of the following categories:Accounting, Auditing, & Financial ServicesArchitecture & EngineeringCommunity & Social ServicesEconomics, Management & AdministrationElectric Vehicle & Sustainability CareersHealthcareInformation Systems Technology & CybersecurityMarketing & CommunicationsParalegal & LegalWe will be offering resume and AI clinics too!Thursday, October 8, 2026Event: 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.Northern Virginia Community College – Alexandria CampusFine Arts Building (AFA-234, AFA-236) – 1st and 2nd Floors3301 Netherton DriveAlexandria, VA 22311Free parking is available in Lots 1, 3, 6, and the Dawes and Beauregard Parking Garages, Only. No parking is allowed in all other lots, violators are subject to enforcement.Map: https://www.nvcc.edu/dist/files/sites/about/locations/alexandria/nova-alexandria-campus-map.pdfMetrobus: 25A, 25B, 25C, 25D and 28ADASH Bus: Line 31Important Information: Employers will be exhibiting in the 1st Floor Black Box Theater and the 2nd Floor Basketball Court.Both workshops will be located in the 2nd Floor Dance Hall. Here is the schedule: 11:45-12:30 - Resume Clinic: Get Past the ATS: Is your resume getting overlooked? Learn how employers and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) evaluate resumes and discover strategies to improve your visibility in online applications. Participants will gain practical tips to strengthen their resumes, optimize keywords, and increase their chances of securing an interview. 12:45-1:30 - AI, Careers, and the Future of Work: Learn how job seekers, professionals, and employers are navigating the opportunities and challenges presented by AI. Through a moderated discussion and audience engagement, participants will explore practical ways to use AI responsibly, strengthen career resilience, and build skills for long-term success. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact us at (703) 228-1400 or jobseeker@arlingtonva.us. VA Relay 711. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/alexandria/general-registration-2026-career-connect-expo/100001997456121028 - **Event Categories**: business, exhibitions, workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Fine Arts Building (AFA) - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Alexandria - **state**: VA - **country**: United States - **location**: Fine Arts Building (AFA) - **lat**: 38.8397075 - **long**: -77.1134191 - **full address**: Fine Arts Building (AFA), 3301 Netherton Drive, Alexandria, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: General Registration- 2026 Career Connect Expo - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/f6b915e4348f1a5a3b1608e54618ae6ab855019a5e0b9c9c9d132a71a7f162d2-rimg-w1200-h675-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1787128426 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is General Registration- 2026 Career Connect Expo being held? - **A:** General Registration- 2026 Career Connect Expo takes place on Thu, 08 Oct, 2026 at 11:30 am to Thu, 08 Oct, 2026 at 01:30 pm at Fine Arts Building (AFA), 3301 Netherton Drive, Alexandria, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing General Registration- 2026 Career Connect Expo? - **A:** General Registration- 2026 Career Connect Expo is organized by Virginia Career Works Alexandria/Arlington Region. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Virginia Career Works Alexandria/Arlington Region's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Virginia Career Works Alexandria/Arlington Region a rating of 3/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Virginia Career Works Alexandria/Arlington Region has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** General Registration- 2026 Career Connect Expo is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Alexandria, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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