Date
Thursday, 22 October 2026 from 10:00 to 13:00
Type
Careers Fairs
Location
Physical Event Only - Corporal Budd Gymnasium, CO2 9RQ
BFRS Colchester National Career Fair
Real Careers. Real Training. Real Support. Real Outcomes.
Headline Sponsor: E.ON Next
The BFRS Colchester Career Fair brings together employers, training providers, and members of the Armed Forces Community for a focused, supportive, and professional day of connection and opportunity.
Whether you’re exploring your next step after service, supporting a family member, or looking to engage skilled military talent, Plymouth offers direct access to organisations that value military experience and understand the strengths of the Armed Forces Community.
Scroll down to view the full list of exhibitors attending Colchester.
Who the Colchester Event Is For
- Serving personnel (Regular & Reserve)
- Service leavers at any stage of transition
- Veterans
- Military spouses, partners, and dependants
- Families preparing for future transition
- MOD civilians and supporting organisations
- Employers and training providers seeking AFC talent
What You’ll Find at Colchester
- Real employment opportunities from national and regional employers
- Training pathways and qualifications, including ELC-approved providers
- CV and career support from specialists who understand military skills
- Insight across multiple industries, including engineering, energy, logistics, construction, cyber, and public services
- Support for self-employment and entrepreneurship
- A calm, structured, military-friendly environment focused on meaningful conversations and real outcomes
Attendee Schedule
- 09:45 – 12:40 – Registration
- 10:00 – 13:00 – Networking, exhibitors, refreshments
- 13:00 – Event closes
Top Tip: Peak flow is usually at opening. A later arrival can offer a quieter, more focused experience.
Exhibitor Schedule
Day Before
- 16:00 – 18:00 – Set-up window 1
Event Day
- 07:00 – 09:15 – Set-up window
- 09:30 – Exhibitor briefing
- 10:00 – Doors open
- 12:00 – 13:00 – Exhibitor lunch
- 13:00 – Event closes
How to Register for Colchester
Attendees:
Pre-register by 'REGISTER TO ATTEND' or text or phone:
Text: 07812 742950
Call: 02476 939931
Please include:
Name, Unit/Ex-Unit, where you heard about the event, postcode, email, and Y to opt-in.
Example:
Joe Bloggs, 1 RIFLES, CV11, [email protected], Y
Exhibitors & Training Providers:
Contact the BFRS team at [email protected] or click on the 'BOOK STAND' to book your space.
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Exhibitors
Below are a list of the exhibitors with the list of companies growing all the time. Click a company to visit their virtual stand and find out more..