Women in Technology is excited to announce our Fall 2026 Career and Job Fair, taking place Friday, November 20, from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm at Carahsoft in Reston, VA. Enjoy a convenient daytime schedule that fits easily into your Friday, with no evening commitment required.

This event brings together technology and business professionals of all levels with premier organizations across the Washington, DC Metro area eager to fill open roles. While tech-adjacent positions are a focus, exhibitors span companies of all kinds and sizes, from small businesses to large enterprises, in both the public and private sectors. We invite both women and men to connect with recruiters and hiring managers who are actively scouting candidates.

More than a job fair. In addition to exhibitor tables, this event offers FREE career resources for job seekers in our Career Resource Room, including professional headshots, 10-minute resume reviews, career strategy chats, and short tech talks on topics like using AI in your job search. Details are below.

Job seekers attend free of charge. Please register in advance so exhibitors can review your resume beforehand. Exhibitors are encouraged to take advantage of Early Bird pricing for the best value and optimal table availability.

Join us for a Friday full of networking, career resources, and opportunities! 

EXHIBITOR REGISTRATION DETAILS

An exhibitor booth includes the following benefits:

• Logo and link in the list of Participating Exhibitors that is available on the event page
• One 6-foot table and two chairs at the event, along with space for your booth setup (approx. 1-2 feet on each side of the table)
• Ability to send up to 4 recruiters to the event
• Access a shared folder with candidates’ resumes at the time of registering
• List of pre-registered job seeker information provided one week before the event

Package Pricing
$850 Early Bird (through Friday, October 30)
$995 Regular (October 31 - November 17)

Are you a Small Business that is SBA certified? Reach out for special package pricing options to participate in the Career and Job Fair! 

Add-on available for this Career and Job Fair
The optional add-on listed below is available for purchase during the registration process.

$250: Additional Exhibitor Table - You can purchase an additional 6-foot table that will be added to your table, for a total of 12 feet of table space and four chairs. This would give you double the amount of floor space at the event and the ability to talk to more job seekers at once. 

Current WIT Sponsors: If you are a Manager level sponsor or above, you can exhibit at two Job Fairs per sponsorship year at no cost. If you are an Associate or Friend level sponsor, you can exhibit at one Job Fair per sponsorship year at no cost. Please email the WIT office at [email protected] to receive a discount code to waive your registration fee, if you are unsure of your status, or if you need help registering.

JOB SEEKER REGISTRATION DETAILS

This event is ideal for professionals seeking new career opportunities, those looking to transition into a new industry, and students ready to begin their careers. It is also a great opportunity for professionals interested in learning more about advancement opportunities within their field.

This is a free event for job seekers, but registration is required.

Check out our Job Fair Podcast Episode from a few years ago to get the most out of your Job Fair experience!

CAREER RESOURCES AVAILABLE ON SITE

Headshot Photographer

Studio 151 Photography, located in Sterling, VA, specializes in professional headshots and branding sessions designed to help individuals and businesses elevate their image. For over a decade, we've been capturing the unique stories and identities of our clients through compelling, high-quality photography. As part of our ongoing commitment to supporting local communities, we're excited to partner with the Women in Technology Job Fair to offer complimentary headshots. Visit www.studio151photo.com to learn more, and be sure to bring your photo-ready smile to our booth for a professional headshot that helps you make a lasting impression!

Resume Reviewer

Debra Steppel, President and Founder of Essays Plus More, will be holding free 10-minute resume reviews during the Job Fair. Debra is an expert resume editor and jobsearching coach with several decades of experience helping people find their next step in a place where they will thrive. She also helps jobseekers adapt their resumes for AI-based Applicant Tracking Systems and teaches networking and interviewing skills for the current challenging hiring market.

Resume Reviews & Career Strategy Quick Chats

Have a question about your resume, LinkedIn profile, job search, or next career move? Spend 10 minutes with Kristina Baumler, career strategist and coach at Webfooted Consulting, for a focused conversation about one area where you'd value guidance. Walk away with a fresh perspective and a practical next step. Sign-up on site and be sure to bring a paper or digital copy to share.

Tech Chats

We will be holding short tech chats in the Career Resource Room throughout the event from experts on various topics. 

Using AI Wisely in the Job Search Process with Williams Craig III
AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini have changed what is possible in a job search, yet many job seekers either ignore them or use them in ways that backfire. Generic AI-written resumes and cover letters all start to sound the same. This session shows attendees how to use AI as a strategic partner, not a ghostwriter, so they can research, draft, refine, and prepare while keeping their own voice at the center of every document and conversation.

More coming soon!