Brunswick Career Fair Brings Big Opportunities to Locals
By Annie Milo, BEAT reporter
BRUNSWICK, OH- If you’re looking for a chance to meet real employers face to face and take the next step in your career, Brunswick’s upcoming job fair may be the perfect place to start. On May 5th 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m, OhioMeansJobs Medina County and the City of Brunswick will host a major career fair at the Brunswick Recreation & Fitness Center at 3637 Center Road. The event is part of Ohio’s In‑Demand Jobs Week and is open to anyone hoping to begin or advance their career.
Event organizer Thomas Martin shared that the fair will feature around 50 employers from a wide range of industries. Some of the largest include Cleveland Clinic, University Hospitals, Welser Profile, and Carlisle Brake and Friction. “Job‑seekers who will benefit the most are individuals with prior work experience or education in these fields,” Martin said, “though many employers are also open to training motivated candidates.”
Attendees will find long‑term stable job opportunities across industries such as public services, transportation, logistics, manufacturing, hospitality, retail, IT, health care, customer service, and food services. Martin explained that employers will be hiring for everything from entry-level roles to skilled and professional positions. “These employers offer competitive pay with opportunities for advancement,” he said.
Martin hopes the event will help job‑seekers feel more confident by giving them the chance to speak directly with hiring managers. He emphasized the value of in‑person events, saying, “Going to a job fair allows you to speak directly with the hiring manager and apply for the role in person.” The fair’s layout is designed to keep traffic moving smoothly so visitors can easily walk from booth to booth without crowding.
Planning for the event began months ago, and Martin said this will be their largest job fair yet. Feedback from previous years helped shape improvements, including a wider variety of industries. He believes the timing is important since many people are finishing school or looking for their next career move while employers across Medina County are actively hiring. He added that the event is hosted in partnership with the City of Brunswick, and they are grateful for the community’s support.
One of the biggest challenges local employers face is finding qualified and reliable candidates, and Martin hopes this event will help with that issue. By meeting candidates in person, employers can clearly explain their requirements and identify strong applicants more personally than through online applications alone. Anyone interested in attending is encouraged to bring a resume and be ready to talk with employers.
If you’re interested in exploring new opportunities or meeting employers who are ready to hire, make sure to be at the Brunswick Recreation & Fitness Center on May 5th to take the next step toward your future.
Annie Milo, Brunswick Middle School, is one of over fifty student “backpack journalists” (grades 6-12) in the award-winning BEAT Video Program. The program, celebrating its 25th year, is sponsored by Donut Land, Plum Creek Assisted Living Community, MODA Gifts, Scripps Howard Foundation and the Brunswick Rotary Club. Go to https://www.bcsoh.org/community/new-beat-site to learn more about the Program, or visit https://thebeat.viebit.com/?folder=ALL to view videos produced by the students.
PHOTO: Event flyer.