A large number of students and fresh graduates participate in the 2026 HCM City Internship and Career Fair held at the University of Economics HCM City from November 4 to 8. Photo courtesy of the university

HCM CITY — More than 3,000 job vacancies in various sectors were offered at the 2026 HCM City Internship and Career Fair held in HCM City from November 4 to 8.

The annual event, organised by the University of Economics HCM City, brought together nearly 40 companies from key sectors, including banking and finance, insurance, securities, accounting, auditing, technology, e-commerce, construction, real estate, logistics, manufacturing, energy, and design.

The fair attracted a large number of students and fresh graduates.

One-on-one recruitment interviews were included, allowing applicants to showcase their capabilities and enabling employers to evaluate and select the most suitable talent.

Held for over 27 years, the event served as a vital link between the university, businesses, and students.

By interacting directly with employers, students gain insight into the practical requirements of specific roles and identify any skill gaps, allowing them to develop themselves before entering the labour market.

The demand for labour in the city in October exceeded the number of job seekers, according to the HCM City Employment Service Centre.

The city registered over 19,500 job vacancies in October, surpassing the 17,900 applications.

During the last two months of the year, many businesses will ramp up production and commercial activities to meet their annual targets while they prepare inventory for Tết (Lunar New Year) holiday.

Recruitment demand is expected to remain concentrated in sectors such as business, sales, e-commerce, manufacturing and processing, machine operation, logistics, warehousing and import-export. —VNS