Office of Student Services | The University of the West Indies at Cave Hill, Barbados

World of Work 2026

The annual World of Work events offer a space for recruiters, alumni and students to interact. Students and those new to the workforce gain tangible insights on their career plan through workshops, recruitment conversations and interviews. The theme for this year is " Fueling Futures: Learn, Engage, Succeed! "

KEY EVENTS

Career Readiness Workshops (February 2026) (see registration details below)
- Building Business Connections and Networking (Hybrid) February 7, 2026, 10am
- Keeping Your Voice in a World of AI Webinar February 21, 2026, 10am
Mini Interviews February 25-26, 2026 (see registration details below)
Job Fair March 19, 2026
- Student Pre-Registration & CV upload 2026 JOB FAIR PRE REGISTRATION FORM – Fill out form
- Mentorship Corner (March 19, 2026)

Mentorship Corner

This year, the Mentorship Corner is hosted by the Barbados Public Workers’ Cooperative Credit Union. Visit the Café to connect with mentors and industry professionals from a range of fields. Bring your resume and receive valuable feedback and career tips. The Mentorship Corner is the ideal space to learn about professional designations, international internships, and career pathways. If you are still exploring your career options, mentors will also be available to answer your questions and share insights from their own professional journeys. Be sure to stop by and take advantage of this opportunity to learn and connect.

The Job Fair March 19, 2026

The Job Fair is a one-day event hosted by the Office of Student Services and Development to connect job seekers with employers.
This forms part of our annual World of Work events which includes Career workshops and conversations that occur leading up to and throughout the day of the Fair.
The event is open to UWI undergraduate and graduate students and recent alumni. The theme for this year is " Fueling Futures: Learn, Engage, Succeed!" Below you will find Fair details, participating companies and their websites as well as preparation tips for before, during and after the Fair.

When is it? Semester II
Date: March 19, 2026
Time: 11 am - 3 pm

Where is it? Graduation Tent, The UWI Cave Hill Campus

Information for Employers

Join us on the journey to support students and recent alumni to "Fueling Futures: Learn, Engage, Succeed!" Whether you are a large corporation, medium size enterprise or entrepreneur, there is a way that our students can collaborate to answer at least one of your organisation's goals. Partner with us!

Participating recruiters and alumni represent industries including tourism, tax, organisational development, heritage management, security, defense and technology and organisations like Deloitte, Gildan and Sagicor.

Exhibitors
Register here
Confirm Registration by February 7th, 2026
Final Payment by March 7, 2026

Information for Students

All UWI undergraduates, graduate students, and recent alumni. Level II and Level III students, are especially encouraged to attend!

Job Fairs are the best opportunity to make connections with recruiters who make hiring decisions. Many firms have summer internships that are a first step to employment in the firm. This is a unique opportunity for you to talk with recruiters face to face and ask questions about their companies and the positions they have available. Come impress the recruiters with your intelligence, experience and keenness!

Why attend?

Expand your knowledge about career options
Explore different fields and career paths
Meet and talk to representatives from a wide range of industries
Gain valuable interview experience and job search advice from seasoned professionals
Find out about available positions and submit your resume in person to company recruiters
Develop your network of contacts
Many companies will also have technical and professional staff members (many of whom may be UWI alums), affording students the opportunity to gain insight into company-related research endeavours.

Graduate Students

Even if you are not looking for employment at this time, you can still ask recruiters questions about the company, learn tips about their hiring process, find out about their employment opportunities and benefits, and get a sense if such positions are appealing to you.

Job Fairs are a great way at any time in your graduate training to learn more about your options. It is never too early to start networking with employers. If you are interested in careers outside of academia,

You have spent many years on your graduate education and the more exploring you do, the easier it will be to find something that suits your skills and interests. You can also use this opportunity to ask about internships.

Pursuing an internship for the summer after you get your degree is an option. Note that you would need to confer with your programme coordinator/ academic advisor to determine if it is possible to take time off during the summer or academic term during your graduate work in order to do this.

How to Get the Most Out of Attending a Job Fair

Job Fairs are a great chance to network with employers and learn about potential jobs and internships. The Office of Student Services and Development coordinates many on-campus recruitment activities during both semester I and semester II. You are encouraged to lookout for other industry specific fairs or showcases that are open to the general public. Industry blogs and websites are two sources of these events.

	• Schedule an appointment with the Career Counselling Specialist in the Office of Student Services and Development for guidance or to review your resume. • Update your resume and have a physical and e-copy ready for sharing •Review organizations that you are interested in and do some research on company culture, values and mission. • Prepare your resume & elevator pitch. • Prepare your space. Find a quiet and neutral background. Test your internet, sound and camera. • Have your LinkedIn profile ready.
	• Command your space. Deliver your Pitch. • Dress professionally • For video and in person interviews: • Set priorities on which organizations you would like to visit. • Be mindful of your body language. Smile and make direct contact with your video camera. • Find a quiet and neutral background. Test your internet, sound and camera. • Speak clearly, slowly and with confidence. • Take notes, contact information and websites.
	• Send thank you notes to the recruiters of the companies you were most interested in within a few days. • Make new connections with interested companies/recruiters on LinkedIn. • Consider starting with alumni either early, middle or seasoned professional level or family connections. • Continue informational interviewing while also checking job and internship listings on company websites, LinkedIn and the Office of Student Services and Development.

These events are organised in partnership with the Office of Student Services and Development. Queries may be directed to osscareers@cavehill.uwi.edu or (246) 417-4165/4010.

2026 Exhibitors