Why Careers Expo
Careers Expo is the only event that presents enormous variety of possible career options, if you’re seeking to upskill, considering a career transition or simply looking for new employment and talk with industry experts in a variety of sectors.
Students can begin developing the framework of their tertiary or vocational pathway options and consider their post school life journey. This expo is an excellent source of information to assist with upper school subject selection.
Students in Years 10 – 12 will benefit from connecting with education and training institution experts to help shape their future.
For parents and guardians, the expo offers an insight into their child’s career interests and leverage conversations to participate and guide in the career planning process.
Plan Your Visit
For over 20 years Careers Expo has showcased of over 100 organisations from local and national universities, various vocational and professional training providers, industry associations, employers, relevant support and facilitation organisations.
The Visitor and Exhibitor page will help you to plan and make the most of your visit. The exhibitor list will continue to evolve. It’s recommended to revisit the exhibitor list closer to the event date for the latest updates.
Important Details
Plan Your Visit
9:00am to 3:00pm on Thursday 14 May 2026
9:00am to 3:00pm on Friday 15 May 2026
10:00am to 4:00pm on Saturday 16 May 2026
10:00am to 3:30pm on Sunday 17 May 2026
What's On
Future You Knowledge Stage
Plan Your Visit
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Learn about possible futures for you, from leading educators, training providers or employers. Hear about jobs and skills on the rise.
Secure your seat for the future!
zero2hero
Our collaborative partnership with zero2hero supporting youth mental health, during a typical period of high academic stress, helps future generations build resilience, skills, and confidence. Learn about their free school programs and their amazing Camp Hero leadership program, live from stage daily.
100 Exhibitors
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Over 100 local and national organisations presenting a comprehensive range of local and national universities, vocational and professional training providers, industry experts, employers, recruiters and apprenticeship pathways, employment, and personal development opportunities.Â
New in 2026 – Live Demonstration area showcasing hands-on experience.
Retail Hub
Take a break with a real barista made coffee from the coffee cart, a Bubble Tea or grab a bite from the Stanley College Kitchen.
Located in the retail/cafe area at the rear of Pavilion 5.
Educational Features
Learn about industry, employment and personal trends and insights that could impact your future. You’ll be amazed by the leading top 15 must-have skills of the future when you visit the ‘Skills on the Rise’ by Seek feature.
Gain insights on what it means to be a consumer of a particular generation by McGrindle’s ‘The Generations Defined’ display.
Event App
Your go-to digital event program. Learn about each exhibitor and their offerings, see who’s on the Future You Knowledge Stage and find who you want to connect with on the interactive floorplan.
All designed to help you Discover Future You.
Venue Location
Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre (PCEC) is located on the Swan River in the Perth central business district. The venue is accessible by foot via Brookfield Place from St Georges Terrace or via the pedestrian bridge over Mounts Bay Road.
Public Transport Options
PCEC is on the doorsteps of the Elizabeth Quay Train and Bus Stations and the Elizabeth Quay Jetty. Travelling to the expo by train, bus or ferry is safe, simple and convenient. Visit Transperth for information on bus services or call their Infoline on 136213 (TTY: 9428 1999 for the hearing-impaired).
City of Perth Parking
The expansive Convention Centre Car Park is located under PCEC. The car park is operated by the City of Perth, offering 1,500 bays including 23 ACROD spots. It’s open 24 hours per day, seven days a week. Stairs and lifts lead directly from the car park into the venue.
Taxi and ride share location
Taxis and ride share services operate drop-off and pick-up services to and from the front door of the venue. An adjacent taxi rank is available in front of the Parmelia Hilton Perth Hotel on Mill Street.