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Ready to get hired? Attend one of McMaster’s largest career fairs
Are you searching for your next full-time, part-time, co-op or internship position? Fall Career Fair is one of the biggest career events at McMaster. Year after year, this recruitment event helps students in their job search by meeting face-to-face with employers and making career connections.
Did you know?
At this year’s Fall Career Fair, you’ll find a diverse range of opportunities across various sectors:
- Government Sector: 14 organizations (11%)
- Not-for-Profit Sector: 15 organizations (12%)
- Private Sector: 16 organizations (13%)
- Public Sector: 33 organizations (27%)
- Startup Sector: 1 organization (1%)
Employment types:
- Full-Time Positions: 87%
- Part-Time Positions: 29%
- Co-op Opportunities: 68%
- Internships: 50%
- Summer Jobs: 27%
- Contract Positions: 20%
- Volunteer Opportunities: 5%
Campus Career Partners: Career and Professional Development – DeGroote School of Business, Faculty of Engineering Centre for Career Growth and Experience, Faculty of Humanities – Humanities Careers & Experience, Faculty of Science – Science Career & Cooperative Education, Faculty of Social Science – Careers & Experiential Education.
What is a career fair?
Career fairs are events that connects McMaster students with employers to provide information to students about their respective companies and organizations. Most importantly, they provide information about their recruiting process.
If you have never been to a career fair before, come early. There is often a line-up to enter.
What type of positions are employers seeking?
There are full-time, part-time, co-op, internship, summer, contact, casual, new grad and volunteer positions.
How do I find out who is hiring?
On this page, visit the meet the organizations and industries tab.
What should I wear to the job fair?
Wear what makes you feel comfortable. We recommend business casual attire for job fairs and networking events.
What do I do when I get there?
Try to arrive at least an hour before the fair ends. Have your student card ready at the check in table. Once you enter the career fair, you can explore the booths.
Should I bring my resume and cover letter?
You can bring copies of your resume, a portfolio or business cards (if applicable), a pen and paper.
Tip from an employer: How to engage at the booth?
Prepare your elevator pitch to clearly highlight who you are, your skills, and your career goals. Ensure your resume is well-organized, showcasing your skills, experience and the opportunities you’re seeking. Be engaging, confident and enthusiastic.
I need an accommodation or have questions about accessibility. Who can I contact?
If you have an accommodation request, please email careeraccess@mcmaster.ca. Should you require any materials sent in an alternate/accessible format, please advise.
Career Fair Prep (Virtual)
September 10, 11:30 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. (Virtual)Attending the Career Fair? Join us for a essential overview on effective preparation. Discover practical tips to connect with employers and make a lasting, professional impression.
Employment Connections: Final-Year Students and New Grads
September 11, 10:30 a.m. to 11:20 a.m. (Virtual)Final year or recent graduate? Join our session to explore supports and services that connect you to employers and jobs. Learn about on-campus recruitment events, job search best practices and resources to help you succeed. Take advantage of all that Mac offers!
Back to Basics: Resume Writing
September 11, 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. (Virtual)As a job seeker, your goal is to simplify the hiring manager’s task of finding the information they need to make selection decisions. Learn strategies to make your resume stand out from the competition.
Back to Basics: Cover Letters
September 11, 1:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. (Virtual)Need support writing a cover letter? Join us for an overview of cover letter writing to make your application the best possible.
Career Fair Prep (In person)
September 12, 1:30 p.m. to 2:20 p.m. (Gilmour Hall 110)Attending the Career Fair? Join us for a essential overview on effective preparation. Discover practical tips to connect with employers and make a lasting, professional impression.
Career Fair Prep Drop-In (International and Exchange Student Experience)
September 12, 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. (Gilmour Hall 110)Planning to attend the Career Fair? Have last-minute questions? Drop by our mock career fair to learn and practice strategies for building connections and starting conversations with employers.
LinkedIn: Start here!
September 17, 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (Virtual)Are you maximizing LinkedIn’s potential? Whether you’re seeking internships, preparing for your first full-time job, or exploring career options, LinkedIn is essential for building your professional brand and expanding your network. Join our webinar to learn how to create an effective LinkedIn profile, connect with industry professionals, and strategically leverage LinkedIn’s features for career development. The session includes a 30-minute presentation followed by a 20-minute Q&A.
Platinum
Invest in Hamilton
City of Hamilton
Gold
SOTI Inc
Veolia Water Technology and Solutions
Silver
Cintas
THE JNE GROUP OF COMPANIES
Siemens Canada Limited
Bronze
ABB
Cascades
CRH Canada
Evertz Microsystems Ltd.
Siemens Energy
Synopsys Canada ULC
Employers
- ABB
- Alberici Constructors Ltd.
- Amica Senior Lifestyles
- ArcelorMittal
- AtkinsRéalis Canada Inc.
- AtomVie Global Radiopharma
- Bayshore HealthCare
- BBA Consultants
- Bell Canada
- Bronte Construction
- Bruce Power
- Cascades
- Caterpillar Financial Services Limited
- Celeros Flow Technology
- Celestica
- CIMCO Refrigeration
- Cintas
- City of Hamilton (x3)
- Conestoga Meats
- Copeland
- CRH Canada
- DJB Chartered Professional Accountants – Durward Jones Barkwell & Company LLP
- Eaton Industries (Canada) Company
- Edison Engineers Inc.
- EluneVision Projection Screens
- Empire Communities
- Engineered Air
- Evertz Microsystems Ltd.
- FDM Group
- First Capital Financial, Worldsource Financial Management Inc.
- FirstOntario Credit Union
- Five Counties Children’s Centre
- Geotab Inc.
- Globotech
- Government of New Brunswick
- Government of Ontario
- Grandview Kids
- H.H. Angus & Associates Ltd.
- Hamilton Health Sciences
- Hitachi Energy Canada
- Home Instead
- Honda Of Canada Manufacturing
- Hydro One Inc.
- Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO)
- Innovative Occupational Therapy Services
- Insurance Institute of Canada
- Isaac Operations
- Karis Disability Services
- Kiewit Construction, Engineering and Mining Services
- Kingspan
- KRP LLP
- Labatt Breweries of Canada
- Linamar Corporation
- Lumentum
- Maple Leaf Foods Inc.
- Mattr Corp
- McMaster University Continuing Education
- Meritech Engineering
- Miller Paving Limited
- Modern Niagara Group Inc
- MTE Consultants Inc.
- National Research Council Canada
- Niagara Health
- Niagara Peninsula Energy Inc.
- Niagara Region
- Noble Corporation
- Norfolk General Hospital
- Official Languages Programs
- Ontario Power Generation (OPG)
- Opta Group LP
- Penske Truck Leasing
- Powerhouse Controls
- Pratt and Whitney
- Professional Engineers Ontario
- ProMach
- Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada
- Pulsenics Inc.
- Qualus
- RCMP
- Sanofi Pasteur Limited
- Sapling Financial Consultants Inc.
- Sargent & Lundy
- Saskatchewan Health Authority
- SCARBOROUGH HEALTH NETWORK
- Schaeffler Aerospace Canada Inc
- Scotlynn
- SE Health
- Seaway Physiotherapy Centre
- Sherwin Williams
- Siemens
- Siemens Energy
- Six Nations Council
- Soletanche Bachy Canada Inc.
- SOTI Inc
- Southwest Ontario Aboriginal Health Access Centre
- St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton
- Stelco
- StreamGo Water Solutions
- Survalent Technology Corporation
- Synopsys Canada ULC
- Telus
- Tetra Tech
- The Clinic at Christie
- THE JNE GROUP OF COMPANIES
- Thrive Group
- Tiercon Corp.
- Toromont CAT
- Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada (TMMC)
- Trench Group
- Uline Canada Corporation
- Ungava Tulattavik Health Center
- Vale Base Metals
- Veolia Water Technology and Solutions
- Waterloo Regional Police Service
- Westinghouse Electric Canada
- WGD Consulting Inc.
- William Osler Health System
- Windsor Regional Hospital
- WOLF Advanced Technology
- Worley
- York Regional Police
- Accounting
- Automation
- Automotive and Vehicle
- Clean Tech / Hardware & Software Solutions
- Construction
- Consulting
- Consumer Packaged Goods
- Educational Services
- Energy and Natural Resources
- Engineering
- Entrepreneurship
- Environmental
- Finance and Insurance
- Government
- Healthcare
- Healthcare – Technology
- Management of Companies and Enterprises
- Manufacturing
- Mining & Metals (Industrial Minerals)
- Mining, Quarrying, Oil and Gas Extraction
- Municipality
- Nuclear
- Pharmaceutical
- Retail Trade
- Scientific Research and Development Services
- Software and Technology
- Telecommunications
- Transportation and Logistics Services and Warehousing
- Utilities
- Wholesale Trade
After Career Fair
September 20, 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. (Virtual)Now that you have attended the career fair, what happens next? This session will address how to follow up with recruiters, professional communication tips and identify next steps in the job search process. You will also have a chance to share and learn from your peers.
Accommodations and Disclosure in the Workplace
September 20, 11:30 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. (Virtual)Learn how to advocate for your accommodation needs and when to disclose. If you can’t attend live, request a recording by registering on OSCARPlus and emailing careeraccess@mcmaster.ca with the subject “Request for recording- Accommodations and Disclosure in the Workplace.” This event is part of Career Access Professional Services (CAPS), offering support with workplace accommodations, disclosure guidance, and connections with inclusive employers and community partners.
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