What Job Seekers Can Expect at the 2025 DOLE Job Fair With 200K+ Openings

The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) is set to open over 200,000 local and overseas jobs through its annual DOLE job fair, happening nationwide on May 1, 2025. This event is part of the government’s celebration of Labor Day, with a total of 216,000 vacancies to be offered by more than 1,300 employers in 90 different venues across the Philippines.

DOLE Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma emphasized that this year’s fair aims to fast-track employment and help job seekers, including new graduates and displaced workers, connect with hiring companies directly. The event also reflects the government’s efforts to promote inclusive employment and economic resilience amid ongoing market shifts.

A Glimpse at Current Hiring Trends Across the Country

The 2025 DOLE Job Fair reflects the expanding range of employment opportunities across the Philippines. Key sectors such as BPO, healthcare, engineering, and construction are seeing rising demand for skilled professionals. The event also highlights how industries are responding to post-pandemic recovery by opening roles in both established and emerging fields.

Positions range from customer service reps and nurses to welders, electricians, and IT specialists. With participation from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, the fair underscores a nationwide push to rebuild workforces and meet shifting market demands.

Job vacancies in Pampanga are also abundant, particularly in the growing Clark Freeport Zone, where industries such as logistics, manufacturing, and IT are in need of skilled workers. With participation from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, the fair underscores a nationwide push to rebuild workforces and meet shifting market demands.

What Candidates Must Bring

To create a seamless experience, candidates should know exactly what to bring to a job fair in advance. The following is what DOLE suggests: 

• Multiple copies of a current biodata or resume

• A legitimate ID issued by the government

• Records transcripts, diplomas, or pertinent training certificates

• Employment certificate (if available)

• To keep documents organized, use a pen and an envelope or folder.

• Business casual clothing

It is recommended that candidates arrive early, do some advance research on possible employers, and rehearse responses to frequently asked interview questions. You have a better chance of getting an interview or getting employed right away if you are prepared and look good.

A Growing Job Market in Pampanga

The job fair in Pampanga is more than just a local event—it’s a timely response to the employment needs of Central Luzon’s growing workforce. With Clark Freeport Zone, industrial parks, and commercial developments thriving in the area, the demand for skilled labor continues to rise.

As part of this hiring momentum, another recruitment event will follow on May 2, when an Open House takes place in Clark, Pampanga, further expanding job opportunities for Pampanga-based applicants. This back-to-back schedule gives job seekers multiple chances to connect with employers and submit applications within the same week.

A Strong Start to May for Filipino Workers

As the Philippines continues to navigate post-pandemic recovery, events like the Labor Day job fair serve a dual purpose: they celebrate Filipino workers while actively responding to the country’s employment challenges. DOLE’s coordination with private employers, local government units, and Public Employment Service Offices (PESOs) reinforces its goal of connecting Filipinos to meaningful work.

Applicants are encouraged to take advantage of this once-a-year opportunity to meet recruiters face-to-face, ask questions, and apply to multiple positions in one go. Whether you’re a fresh graduate, a returning OFW, or simply looking to shift careers, this nationwide job fair may be the jumpstart you need.

This May 1, DOLE isn’t just commemorating Labor Day—it’s unlocking thousands of opportunities across the Philippines. With the right preparation and timing, this single-day event could lead to your next big break.