The City of Long Beach Economic Development Department, in collaboration with the United States Probation and Pretrial Services Office, invites those looking to reenter the workforce or seeking a new beginning to attend a free career fair on Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2025, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Long Beach Workforce Innovation Network Adult Career Services Center (4811 Airport Plaza Dr.).
“New Horizons: A Career Fair for Second Chances” will offer opportunities for people with justice-involved backgrounds to learn about and get connected with pathways to employment and supportive services. Mental health, health care, housing and other services will be available for attendees. While the job fair will focus on resources for those who have been formerly incarcerated, the free event is open to the public. Those interested in attending are encouraged to RSVP online.
Participating employers and organizations include International Paper, Long Beach City College Justice Scholars Program, ReIGNITE Hope Welder Training, ROADS Community Clinics, SMART Local 105 (Sheet Metal Workers), U.A. Local 709 Sprinkler Fitters Union, Western States Regional Council of Carpenters and Women In Non-Traditional Employment Roles.
For additional information about “New Horizons: A Career Fair for Second Chances,” contact Jennifer Angeles Weyh, Business Engagement Specialist, Long Beach Economic Development Department, at 562-570-4705 or Jennifer.Angeles@longbeach.gov.
