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Career Fairs & Community Outreach
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) participates in numerous career fairs and community events throughout the year. Please join us at one of these in-person events to talk about career opportunities and have your questions answered or reach out to speak with one of our recruiters at dnrrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov.
Below is a list of events DNR is planning to attend. Event dates, times and our participation may change. Please confirm event specifics by checking this page prior to attending.
2025
Washington State Fair
If you’re at the fair, stop by our booth, located in the Northwest will be on hand to share general information about our agency and can help answer questions.
When: Friday-Sunday, September 19-21, 10:00 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Location: Washington State Fairgrounds, 110 9th Ave. SW, Puyallup, WA 98371
36th Annual Nisqually Watershed Festival
Hosted by the Nisqually River Council, the focus of the day is on water and the ways in which it creates environmental, economic, and cultural linkages for residents and visitors alike. The festival will feature a wide variety of resource management groups and programs, as well as exciting main stage performances.
When: Saturday, September 27, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge (100 Brown Farm Rd NE, Olympia)
LLN’s Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
The Latino Leadership Network is hosting a celebration and is open to state employees and the public. Join us for Latine music, dance, free food, workshops, and more.
When: September 2025 (exact date TBD)
Location: Millersylvania State Park, 12245 Tilley Rd SW, Olympia, WA 98512
UW Seattle 2025 Fall Job & Internship Fair
Attendance will be open to UW students, alumni, and community members.
When: October 8, 11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Location: Husky Union Building, 4001 E. Stevens Way NE, Seattle, WA 98195
WSU Career Expo and Technical Fair
Open for all industries and for students of all levels, majors, and specialties.
When: Tuesday, October 7, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location: Beasley Coliseum, 925 NE North Fairway Rd., Pullman, WA 99163
University of Idaho
The UI Career Services team looks forward to hosting our employer partners to connect with Idaho Vandals to fulfill your hiring needs for jobs, internships, and co-ops.
When: Wednesday, October 8, from 1:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. PST
Location: P1FCU Kibbie Dome on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, ID
Central Washington University
We will be recruiting for internships, as well as professional and graduate school opportunities from across all majors
When: October 30, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: SURC Ballroom, 1007 N. Chestnut St., Ellensburg, WA 98926
WWU All Industries Career & Internship Fair
We will take this opportunity to connect with potential candidates, discuss hiring needs, the application process, company culture and why students/alumni should consider your organization!
When: October 2025 (exact date TBD)
Location: Wade King Student Rec Center - MAC Gym, 1880 Bill McDonald Pkwy, Belling, WA 98225
Oregon State University
The Career Services Center and College of Forestry will be hosting an in-person fair for those in the forestry and forestry engineering programs.
When: Wednesday, November 5, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Peavy Forest Science Center, Corvallis, Oregon 97331
JBLM Lunchtime Hiring Fair
Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) will host a brown bag hiring fair at the Hawk Career Center on JBLM Lewis-North. See job fair flyer for more details.
When: Bi-Monthly from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Hawk Career Center – 11577 41st Division Dr., JBLM (Lewis-North), WA 98433
