The Carlisle Careers Fair is a key recruitment and networking event for Cumbria and the North West, offering a valuable platform for job seekers, students, and career changers to connect with a broad array of employers, training providers, and support organisations. Hosted at the elegant Crown and Mitre Hotel in the centre of Carlisle, the venue provides a professional yet approachable environment for career development and discovery.
With employers attending from sectors such as manufacturing, tourism, logistics, public administration, construction, education, and social care, the event reflects the unique economic strengths and employment needs of the region. Whether you're seeking entry-level opportunities, apprenticeships, graduate roles, or part-time and flexible work, there's a wide range of positions available to explore. Visitors are encouraged to bring their CV, dress professionally, and prepare to engage directly with recruiters who are often able to offer interviews or progression advice on the day.
The fair also provides access to useful career services and skill-building sessions. Workshops cover topics like effective CV writing, navigating online applications, interview preparation, and adapting to remote or hybrid work. Advisors from local colleges and workforce development organisations are on hand to discuss adult learning, funding opportunities, and retraining options, with a focus on helping job seekers align with emerging local job market trends.
Carlisle’s position near the Scottish border makes this fair a key event for cross-regional talent exchange. Employers from wider Cumbria and southern Scotland attend to source candidates, while job seekers gain insight into roles that may be outside their immediate area but still accessible by public transport or remote work. This broader reach gives the event added value for both sides of the hiring table.
The Crown and Mitre Hotel is easily accessible and offers full facilities for people with mobility challenges. A quiet space is available for one-to-one coaching or reflection, and organisers work closely with disability employment advisers to ensure the fair is inclusive and welcoming to all. The event is free and open to all ages and experience levels, from school leavers and graduates to mature job seekers and retirees re-entering the workforce.
Employers use the Carlisle Careers Fair not just to find candidates, but also to promote their company culture, future workforce needs, and long-term training pipelines. It’s a key date in the regional hiring calendar and helps strengthen Carlisle’s reputation as a centre for sustainable and inclusive employment.
Whether you're just starting out, returning to work, or aiming to future-proof your career, the Carlisle Careers Fair offers a motivating and supportive setting to explore opportunities, build connections, and move closer to your goals.