In spring 2026, we’re thrilled to introduce the first ever HELPS Fair: Exploring Helping Professions - a unique career event tailored for students pursuing meaningful careers in Healthcare, Education, Legal, and Public Service/Non-Profit sectors.

Whether you aspire to heal, educate, protect, or serve, the HELPS Fair provides a fantastic opportunity to connect with top employers, gain insights from industry professionals, and explore a wide range of career paths dedicated to making a positive impact in our communities.

Whether you're an employer in one of these fields or a student passionate about making a difference, the HELPS Fair is your gateway to valuable connections and future opportunities.

Event Highlights:

• Healthcare, Healthcare Administration, and Allied Health
• Government and Public Service
• Non-Profit Organizations
• Education, Corporate Training, and Ed Tech
• Social Service Organizations

Don’t miss the chance to turn your passion for helping others into a rewarding career. We look forward to seeing you there!

To prepare for the event, we encourage students to download the Career Fair Plus app, where they can begin exploring and researching employers attending the fair. As the event date approaches, the interactive event map will also be available in the app to help you plan your visit efficiently.

How to research employers participating in Huskies Get Hired:

• Log in to your Huskies Get Hired (Symplicity) account: https://niu-csm.symplicity.com/events/037c9b1a97deb4f741a89af1d170f808/employers.
• Click on Events in the top row.
• Click on the name of the event you are attending.
• Click on the Employer tab (below the name of the event) and search and filter to find employers of interest. To get the best results, select “More Filters” instead of “Keyword” to search by your major.

Booth registration fee for employers: $300; NIU departments: $0; DCEDC/DCNP: $100

Booth Registration Link: Career Fairs (symplicity.com) - online registration available November 1st.