Job Seekers — JobZone

How to Pre-Register

Four simple steps to get the most out of your job fair experience.

Create Your Account

Visit jobzoneonline.com and register for a free account.

Upload Your Resume

Add your resume to your account profile. You can upload multiple versions for different roles.

Register for an Event

Browse upcoming job fairs and sign up for the ones you want to attend.

Link Your Resume to the Event

Critical: your account resume and event resume are separate. Link a resume to each event individually.

Account Resume vs. Event Resume

Understanding this difference is the key to getting noticed by employers.

Your Account Resume

Always on file in your JobZone profile. Updated anytime. This is your general resume that stays attached to your account. You can store multiple resume versions here for different types of roles.

Your Event Resume

What employers at a specific event will see. This MUST be linked to each event you plan to attend. Choose the resume version most relevant to the companies at that fair. Do this before every event.

Registering for an event is not enough. You must also link your resume to that specific event so employers can review it before the fair.

Your Documents

Upload and manage all your job search materials in one place.

📄 Resumes

Upload multiple resume versions tailored to different roles, industries, or career levels. Choose the right one for each event.

Upload unlimited resumes to your account
Name each version for easy identification (e.g., "IT Resume," "Management Resume")
Select which resume to link to each event
Update or replace versions anytime
Accepted formats: PDF, DOC, DOCX

✉️ Cover Letters

Stand out from the crowd by attaching targeted cover letters to your profile or directly to specific company vacancies.

Upload general cover letters to your profile
Submit targeted cover letters to specific companies
Attach cover letters to individual job vacancies
Employers see your cover letter alongside your resume
Accepted formats: PDF, DOC, DOCX

Manage Your Documents

How to Submit a Cover Letter to a Company

Target specific companies at an event with a personalized cover letter.

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View attending companies

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Select a company or vacancy

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Attach your cover letter

Employers receive your cover letter alongside your linked resume, giving you an edge over other candidates.

Tips for Event Day

Bring plenty of printed copies of your resume (10–15 recommended on quality paper)
Dress for success — business professional required, military uniform acceptable
Be prepared for on-the-spot interviews with hiring managers
Research attending companies before you arrive — check their open positions
Be confident — you are interviewing them too
No children in the fair area; please arrange childcare in advance
Save a PDF copy of your resume on your phone (email it to yourself, or save to Google Drive / iCloud / Files app)
Arrive within the first 30–60 minutes for the best employer access
Bring a pen and professional folder to take notes and collect business cards

Upcoming Events

April 7, 2026

Pax River Career Expo

Monday, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Patuxent River Naval Air Museum

22156 Three Notch Rd, Lexington Park, MD

May 7, 2026

Dahlgren Job Fair

Wednesday, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

UMW Dahlgren/King George Campus

4224 University Drive, King George, VA

Frequently Asked Questions

Your account resume is stored on your profile and stays there permanently. Your event resume is what employers at a specific job fair will actually see. You must link a resume to each event separately — just having one on your account isn't enough. Think of it like this: your account is your filing cabinet, but each event needs its own copy handed to the employers.

Yes! You can upload multiple resume versions to your account. This is especially useful if you're targeting different types of roles — for example, a technical resume for defense contractors and a management resume for corporate employers. When you register for an event, you choose which version to link.

You can upload general cover letters to your profile, or submit targeted cover letters directly to specific companies attending an event. When you register for an event and view the attending companies, you'll have the option to attach a cover letter to individual companies or job vacancies. Employers receive your cover letter alongside your resume.

Register anyway — it takes 2 minutes and keeps your options open. You can always attend as a walk-in, but pre-registration saves time at the door and lets employers see your resume in advance. There's no penalty for registering and not showing up.

Yes, walk-ins are welcome at most events. However, sign-in at the desk will take longer and employers won't have pre-screened your resume. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged for the best experience.

Multiple printed copies of your resume (10–15 on quality paper), professional attire, a pen, valid photo ID, a professional folder for notes and business cards, and your questions for employers. Keep a PDF of your resume on your phone as a backup — email it to yourself or save to Google Drive/iCloud. If the event is on a military base, bring your CAC card or base access credentials.

The list of participating employers is available to registered attendees. Create your free account, register for the event, and you'll be able to see which companies are attending. This also lets employers pre-screen your resume — a big advantage over walk-ins.

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