GEORGE TOWN: The best thing for job hunters at the myStarjob Fair 2026 was the chance to speak with potential employers instead of applying online.
Applications engineer Jimmy Be, 26, said the fair's job-matching sessions provided a good opportunity to introduce himself to employers face to face.
It was his first time making a short career pitch in such a setting.
“I was nervous but happy to give it a shot. It was my first time doing a career pitch.
“I will take part in other sessions later to see if there are more opportunities,” he said.
Be, who is employed, said he went to the fair to see what other jobs could interest him.
“This fair brings so many employers in one place for us to meet.
“It's so much better than applying for jobs online,” he said.
Universiti Sains Malaysia student Hamizal Hadzli, 23, was at the fair with his coursemates.
“We are all chemistry students and will finish our courses next week.
“We want to see what jobs are out there for us, specifically in quality control and new product introduction,” he said.
Hamizal said he knew applying for jobs online could be slow.
“When we apply for jobs online, it takes many weeks to get responses,” he said.
He said career fairs gave students useful exposure about the job market.
“These fairs offer us insight and prepare us for future interviews,” he added.
The fair's job-matching sessions allow candidates to have quick one-on-one meetings with employers. Visitors can join the sessions, attend career talks and take part in lucky draws, with prizes including tablets, watches, e-wallet vouchers and coffee machines.
A talk by Ku Sim Ling, better known as Aunty HR, on “Red Flags in Employment Contracts” will be held from 3.30pm to 4pm today.
The fair continues today at Setia SPICE Convention Centre from 11am to 6pm. Admission is free.
