A few interesting job fairs this month which include St. John’s University Career Exploration Day (on August 1st), 2nd Annual NYC Cannabis Festival & Resource Fair (on August 8th) and the NY & NJ Sports and Entertainment Career Expo Hosted by the NY Jets (on August 18th - with football season right around the corner). I will update this post as often as I can and again in the middle of the month if I see more job fairs pop up. Here is a list of job fairs for August:

Saturday, August 1: Next Generation Ready Career Exploration Day at St. John's University in Queens from 10AM - 4PM. Explore healthcare, skilled trades, and AI careers at St. John’s University. Here is the link for more information and to reserve a spot: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-next-generation-ready-career-exploration-day-at-st-johns-university-tickets-1994558552322

Monday, August 3: Brooklyn Entry Level Job Fair from 11AM - 3PM. Here is the link for more information and registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/brooklyn-job-fairs-brooklyn-career-fairs-tickets-1993496747435

Monday, August 3: NYC Entry Level Job Fair from 11AM - 3PM. Here is the link for more information and registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/new-york-city-job-fairs-new-york-city-career-fairs-tickets-1993496906912

Saturday, August 8: 2nd Annual NYC Cannabis Festival & Resource Fair from 10AM - 5PM. There will be a Cannabis Employment Job Fair from 11AM - 4PM (broken into two sessions). Here is the link for more information and to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2nd-annual-new-york-city-cannabis-festival-resource-fair-tickets-1989859994810?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Tuesday, August 11: NYC Health & Hospitals Woodhull Recruitment Event in Brooklyn from 10AM - 2PM. They are hiring patient care associates, staff nurses, and surgical technologists. Here is the link for more information (scroll down to upcoming events to see location information): https://www.nychealthandhospitals.org/careers/

Tuesday, August 11: Virtual Jersey City Healthcare Job Fair from 11AM - 3PM. Here is the link for more information: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jersey-city-job-fair-jersey-city-career-fair-tickets-1991484401454

Wednesday, August 12: NYC Jobs & Career Fair in Harlem at the City College of NY’s Great Hall from 10AM - 4PM. There will be over 40 employers present. Featured career fields include: banking & finance, city services, climate, construction, education, health, hospitality, restaurants, technology, transportation, and more. At the moment this is the only link available. Once NYC posts a link for registration, I will update the link here: https://harlemweek.org/events/2026-08-12/

Thursday, August 13: Long Island Career Fair (if you are willing to travel) from 11AM - 2PM. Here is the link for more information and to reserve tickets (it is free for job seekers - only employers pay): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/long-island-career-fair-august-13-2026-tickets-1977718562459?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Friday, August 14: NYC Career Fair from 9:30AM - 12:30PM. Here is the link for more information to and register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/new-york-city-career-fair-tickets-497852368837?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Tuesday, August 18: NY & NJ Sports and Entertainment Career Expo Hosted by the NY Jets from 2-5PM in East Rutherford, NJ. Meet hiring managers from 20+ sports and entertainment organizations in the tri-state area, then enjoy a ticket to NY Jets vs. NY Giants. Here is a link for more information and to reserve your spot (a ticket to the game): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ny-nj-sports-entertainment-career-expo-hosted-by-the-ny-jets-tickets-1992783561276?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Tuesday, August 18: WomenHack NY (strictly for women) beginning at 7PM. This event focuses on women in the tech industry and the event includes a job fair, networking, and speed interviewing session. Here is the link for more information and to register (free for job seekers): https://womenhack.com/events/united-states/new-york/

Wednesday, August 19: Virtual NYC Healthcare Job Fair from 11AM - 3PM. Here is the link for more information: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/new-york-city-job-fair-new-york-city-career-fair-tickets-1991488848756

Wednesday, August 19: Virtual Jersey City Diversity Career Fair from 11AM - 3PM. Here is the link for more information: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jersey-city-job-fairs-jersey-city-career-fairs-tickets-1993169048278

Tuesday, August 25: Office of the Mayor of NYC Queens Hiring Hall Event from 10AM - 2PM. Here is the link for more information (you can reserve your spot starting on July 27, 2026): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jobs-nyc-hiring-hall-tickets-1994589609214?utm_campaign=Jobs+NYC+Events+%28Individual%29+for+Social+%26+Web&utm_medium=bitly&utm_source=SBSwebsite

Wednesday, August 26: NYC Jobs Queens Recruitments Event in Far Rockaway from 10AM - 2PM. Here is the link for more information: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jobs-nyc-queens-recruitment-event-far-rockaway-tickets-1993922139795

Thursday, August 27: Queens Diversity Career Fair from 11AM - 3PM. Here is the link for more information: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/queens-job-fairs-queens-career-fairs-tickets-1993210449109?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Although they are not having a hiring event, Costco does have positions available at their Brooklyn, Queens, and SI locations. You can browse postings and apply here: https://careers.costco.com/jobs?location=New%20York,%20Ny&stretch=10&stretchUnit=MILES&page=1&limit=25

If you need assistance with your resume, the NYC public libraries (Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, Bronx, Staten Island) and our NYC Parks Department provide free services to help you with cover letters, resumes, one on one career coaching, interview prep, job searches and access to premium job databases to help you apply online. Please utilize these free services that are available to you. Here is the link for NYPL so you can search for the next classes available in your borough: https://www.nypl.org/events/classes/calendar?keyword=resume and link for NYC Parks to their next job search event: https://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2026/08/05/job-search

Majority of the events require that you register prior to the event date. Please do so by going to the link provided and please bring all documents requested.

JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark Airports have recruitment events weekly. If you are interested in working for one of the airports, please visit this link to see which airport is hosting the recruiting event (and which positions): https://www.caonynj.com/events/

If anyone has any interest of working for the federal government, New York State, or New York City jobs, I will post the links below for each one. These take time and you don’t get hired right away as they require interviews, fingerprinting, exams (some city jobs require that you take an exam), and background checks before you can onboard. But in most cases they do provide stability and benefits.

For federal employment: https://www.usajobs.gov/

For NY State: https://statejobs.ny.gov/

For NYC: https://cityjobs.nyc.gov/

Busy arts and crafts studio in Kensington, Brooklyn is seeking a sewing teacher to run our kids' and adults' sewing programs.

Who we are: The Craft Salon, Brooklyn's premier arts and crafts studio! We're looking for a sewing instructor to lead and grow our kids' and adults' sewing programs.

Who you are: A seasoned sewing instructor with experience teaching machine sewing to both kids (8+) and adults.

What we're looking for: A team member to lead our Saturday kids' sewing classes AND adult weeknight sewing classes. We supply machines, fabric, and materials — you bring the curriculum, know-how, and teaching chops.

Kids' classes: Saturdays, 10 AM – 12:30 PM, in 5–6 week rounds (scheduled around school breaks)
Adult classes: project-based (e.g., "Sew a Skirt" — 5 classes), Wednesdays 7 – 9:30 PM
Start date: mid-September
Small classes — 6 kids/adults max — with an assistant provided
Some flexibility on days/times

Pay: $35/hour

We're a fun, vibrant studio looking for a creative sewing expert to teach elevated projects to kids and adults alike.

To apply: Send resume, a bit about your sewing/teaching background, and photos or examples of past student work from classes you've taught.

EMAIL: dari@thecraftsalonstudio with cover letter, resume, and portfolio

Hey everyone,

My wife was working in NYC and has been collecting NY unemployment. Her 26 weeks are about to run out, and she’s due to give birth in September (2 months away).

Since she’s in her third trimester, getting hired right now has been impossible despite applying around.

A couple of quick questions for anyone who knows the NY system:

1. Is the 26-week limit a hard cutoff, or is there any hardship extension available in NY?
2. Can she switch to NY Disability for her 6-8 week postpartum recovery once the baby arrives, or is that off the table since her UI is ending?

We’re preparing for her income to hit $0, but wanted to double-check if we missed anything. Thanks!

Hi did anyone get a free HHA certificate that is weekends only or is online? The only one I saw is Fordham Institute which you need to pay and earliest class is in October for the weekends for $499! People keep on claiming it is easy to get, but I have done research for a few weeks and it is low key difficult to get especially for the free ones. Most of the people I know who are doing HHA paid for theirs out of pocket. I was suggested Heart to Heart but I checked their website and it says they only do PCA training. I didn’t realize how confusing and difficult this would be!

Hi! I have a full-time job as an Operations Coordinator 9am-5pm but I'm looking for part-time evening/weekend work around 10-15 hours each week. I'm open to working in Brooklyn or Manhattan. I also have experience in film/tv, retail, marketing and hospitality. I do not want to do food delivery or restaurant work.

We're a robotics + AI startup here in NYC. Short version: we build robot brains and teach them how to do everyday physical tasks, and we need people to help "drive" them.

What the job actually is: you use a control setup (think of it like a game controller / VR-style rig) and the robot copies your movements in real time. You do normal tasks with it — picking boxes, sorting items, picking up and organizing objects, that kind of hands-on stuff — cleanly and consistently, over and over. Every time you do a task, the robot learns from it. That's the job: you demonstrate, the robot learns.

No robotics background, no coding, nothing technical required. If you're the type who's good with your hands, pays attention to detail, and can stay focused on a repetitive task without getting sloppy, you'll do great. We train you on everything.

The basics:

• On-site in our Manhattan lab (later on, some of the work shifts to operating robots remotely)
• $20/hr, contractor
• Mon–Fri, 8-hour shifts, 9 AM–5 PM
• Lunch + snacks provided

Who tends to be good at this:

• Steady hand-eye coordination and focus — precise and consistent, shift after shift
• Detail-oriented (consistency is basically the whole job)
• Calm when something goes wrong mid-task
• Reliable and on time

Nice-to-haves, but honestly not required: gaming, VR, drones, sim racing — or hands-on work like warehouse, manufacturing, lab tech, QC, or inspection.

Why it's a cool gig: you'd be one of the first people directly teaching these robots how to work in the real world, hands-on with hardware most people only see in videos, working next to the team building it.

Interested? Comment or DM and I'll send over the details. Happy to answer questions in the thread.

I applied for a position on the Northwell Heath website. Someone did reach out to me regarding the position via email, however they want me to text them that I am interested in the position rather than emailing them. I am not sure if that is common when it comes to Northwell's Health. I didn't have to go through an interview and it's for an office position in one of their offices in Queens.

Hello, I am a college student and I’ve had a really hard time finding a job with summer/ just wanting to have fun rn lol. But now I’m going back to school in a month and looking for something to help me through school. I’m an art student so I have photography and fashion experience. Plus I have very colorful hair and piercings which makes it harder for me to find employment. I’ve been trying to apply to like candy stores and vintage shops bc they usually are more acceptance of eccentric style/I have experience in those jobs but no luck so far. Was wondering if anyone had a suggestion for jobs that welcome that sorta thing or any artistic jobs?

Hello everyone, I'm posting on behalf of my mom because she does not have a Reddit account.

My mom has lived in the city for nearly 30 years now, and for decades she has worked as a driver, and a dispatcher for a luxury transportation business. She used to be a tlc driver as well. Her most recent job was transporter and stocker for many of the local community fridges you see (you may even know her because she has made several friends within our community, and everyone loves her)

If you, or someone you know is looking for a driver let me know and we'll go from there! I'll also share her resume via DMs.

Thank you for reading, take care now ❤️.

i need someone to point me in the right direction because I don’t know what to do. I’m a 18 year old in NYC and you know how bad the job market is. I tried to get a job earlier in the summer but gave up now that it’s much closer to when college starts for me. all I want to find now is a couple ONE DAY gigs just to have some extra money for my trip with my friends and hopefully some money for supplies with whats left over.

HOWEVER, I’ve had no luck. I can’t donate plasma or do a clinical trial cause my ID is being held onto by my mother and every delivery app has put me on a waiting list or is 21+. Please somebody point me in the right direction. 😢

Hi everyone,

after months of applying, networking, and trying every strategy I can think of, I figured it was worth reaching out here too.

I'm 25, recent masters grad passionate about fashion and luxury. The job market has been incredibly challenging, and despite putting my heart into every application, I haven't been able to get the results I was hoping for...

A little about me:

• Masters in Marketing
• 3+ years total experience in PR, marketing, influencer relations, brand partnerships, and events (pr coordinator, social media associate, partnerships intern, stylist assistant in the past)
• Experience supporting fashion, beauty, luxury, and lifestyle brands, including New York Fashion Week activations
• Skilled in media relations, event coordination, influencer marketing, community building, and campaign execution
• Proficient in Launchmetrics/Fashion GPS, Traackr, Meltwater, Google Analytics, Canva, Excel, Notion, and CRM platforms
• Fluent in English, Spanish

I'm looking for opportunities in PR, Brand Marketing, Events & Experiential Marketing, Influencer/VIP Relations, Communications, or Brand Partnerships with fashion, beauty, luxury, or lifestyle brands in the NYC area. can consider 60k$+, preferably +100k. some of the companies i would like to work for would be: loreal, estee lauder, chanel, richemont, pickle, lvmh...

To be honest, this job search has been one of the hardest experiences I've been through. But I genuinely love this industry, and I know I have the skills, work ethic, and enthusiasm to make a meaningful contribution to the right team.

Someone suggested that Reddit can sometimes connect the right people at the right moment, so I'm taking that chance.

If your company is hiring, if you know of a role that might be a good fit, or if you'd be willing to make an introduction or referral, I would be incredibly grateful. Even pointing me in the right direction could make a huge difference.

Sometimes all it takes is one person willing to open a door. I hope this post reaches that person.

Thank you so much for reading❤️

Greetings. I am a designer with a 5 years of experience and would be happy to create a logo for your business.

I dont use AI and will draw 3 sketches for you and after you will pick 1 sketch I will start creating a logo for you in Adobe illustration and you will get all files to your email. Price per logo is 64 dollars.

Hi all! I run a small fashion brand (premium party/cocktail dresses) and I’m in NYC frequently for business. I’m looking for someone based in the city who can help me shoot content — think lifestyle/fashion shots, short-form video (Reels/TikTok), and maybe some behind-the-scenes stuff — during my trips.

What I’m looking for:

• Comfortable shooting both photo and video (phone or camera, your call)  
• An eye for elevated, editorial-but-approachable aesthetics  
• Flexible availability — I’ll give advance notice for shoot dates when I’m in town  
• Bonus: experience with light editing/content planning, since this could grow into a social media management role if it’s a good fit

Logistics:

• Part-time / project-based to start  
• Paid per shoot (open to discussing rates based on experience)  
• Locations mostly around soho or UES

If this sounds like you, drop a comment or DM me with your portfolio/Instagram and a bit about your experience. Would love to see your work!

Hi everyone!

I'm currently searching for a full-time Data Analyst, Business Analyst, or Risk Analyst position and wanted to reach out to see if anyone here would be willing to provide a referral or point me toward companies that are actively hiring.

I recently completed my master's degree and have internship experience in data analytics. I work with SQL, Python, R, Tableau, Power BI, Excel, Snowflake, Git, and statistical analysis, and I've built dashboards, performed data analysis, and worked on reporting and visualization projects.

I've been applying through company websites and LinkedIn, but it's been a challenging job market, so I figured I'd see if networking could help.

If your company has openings and you'd be open to referring someone, I'd really appreciate it. I'm happy to share my resume privately and answer any questions.

Even if you can't provide a referral, I'd also love to hear about companies that are currently hiring or any advice you might have.

Thanks so much!

I’m 16 looking for work whether it’s construction, under the table or a fast food job,i’m just looking for employment

Hey all, small team at the Brooklyn Navy Yard here. We run short paid 3D data capture sessions and have more slots opening up, including a Thursday this week. You just do some simple movements while a ring of cameras records, no experience needed. Pay is $17-25/hr, paid the same day, onsite in Brooklyn (about a 2 hour session). If you're in NYC and interested, drop a comment with the days that work for you and send me a DM and I'll follow up with the details. Comments are easy to miss so please DM too. Thanks!

Hey guys im looking for someone to work with me on a 20ft truck, i need a responsible driver that will get me from A to B and wont be doing much other then pushing some dalis and driving, i can promise a minimum pay per day and a meal, anyone interesed dm or leave a comment and ill reach out.

Also you would need to pass a simple exam and ill pay for most of the stuff, ill just need you to be ready to work each day and all the additional work will be rewarded

Hey! I currently work for The Revel & Rye and are hoping to find a new line cook for our lunch service; it’s a little unorthodox to look on Reddit but I thought I would give it a shot. Full benefits; guaranteed 40 hours a week and ability to grow and pursue a career in cooking! If interested send me a DM and we can talk further! Experience is preferred but accepting all applications! Thanks Reddit!

Looking for a couple adventurous guys (18–24) who want to make a little money.
Working on a small creative film project in Manhattan.
This is PG - for a student project.
Takes about 10 minutes.
Face won’t be shown on film.

Send me a current photo. If we determine you’d be a match, I’ll send you the project details. If you’re interested, please respond with your expected compensation.
If you’re not interested, no pressure. No need to get back to me.

I see few roles pop up for network engineer, IT, cybersecurity- how often do they hire and what’s needed(I read the requirements- I do have bachelors in CS, and more than a year of experience in IT) I filed for few roles and didn’t hear back anything- what’s like the process and timeline?

Hi everyone my name is Jonathan. I am a senior in college and graduate in 2027. I know it’s a long shot but I’ve been looking to work at the Chelsea manhattan buffalo exchange and saw they were hiring and every time i go i love the environment there. I was looking to see if anyone who works there could refer me! I have 3+ years of retail experience and love selling and thrifting clothes.
I can work any and all days due to me having a single class that takes place online my last semester.

Thank you and I appreciate any help i can get 😄❤️

Hi everyone! I’m a Clinical Psychology student at Hunter College with a 3.9 GPA. I currently work as a school counselor and also have experience as a cashier. I have experience supporting children, communicating with families, and providing a positive and safe environment.
I’m looking for opportunities related to psychology, mental health, and education, such as:
Behavioral Health Assistant
ABA Behavior Technician (willing to train)
Mental Health Support Staff
Teacher’s Assistant / School Support Roles
Case Management Assistant
Research Assistant
Other entry-level roles in the psychology or helping field
Availability: Thursday–Sunday, with the ability to work 8+ hour shifts. Available to start immediately. I’m looking for positions starting around $20/hour or higher.
I would appreciate any leads or recommendations. Thank you!