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General Career Fair 2026

Date: Wednesday, 29 July 2026
Time: 09h00 – 15h00
Venue: Science Building, Ocean Sciences Campus
Host: Career Services, Nelson Mandela University

About the Career Fair

Career Services will be hosting a General Career Fair aimed at connecting students with potential employers, industry partners, and career development opportunities. This event provides a valuable platform for students to explore career paths, learn about graduate programmes, internships, and work-integrated learning opportunities, and engage directly with recruiters from various sectors.

Who Should Attend?

The General Career Fair is open to students from all faculties at Nelson Mandela University. Whether you are a first-year student exploring career options or a final-year student preparing to enter the workforce, this event is designed to support your career journey.

What to Expect

  • Engagement with employers from diverse industries
  • Information on graduate programmes, internships, and employment opportunities
  • Networking opportunities with professionals and recruiters
  • Career guidance and insights into industry expectations

Why You Should Attend

Attending the General Career Fair will help you:

  • Gain insight into different career opportunities
  • Build professional networks
  • Improve your understanding of the job market
  • Take a proactive step towards your future career

All students are encouraged to attend and make the most of this exciting career development opportunity.

Registration Steps

  1. Click here to complete the online registration form.
  2. Complete the attached GRP Handbook Listing Form to ensure your organisation is included in the GRP handbook.

 

We look forward to hosting you on our campuses and facilitating valuable connections between your organisation and our talented student community.