Cars & Careers 2027
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Cars & Careers 2027

Connect with the next generation of enthusiasts, innovators & trend-setters

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The 2027 Career Fair @ the Petersen Museum

Calling upon Automotive Industry experts to join us on Wednesday, March 10, 2027 at the Petersen Automotive Museum to connect with the next generation of industry leaders. Hundreds of students from across Southern California will gather at the Petersen to learn about your company and explore possible career opportunities in the industry.

inspire the next generation of enthusiasts

This is an incredible opportunity to showcase your brand, engage with emerging talent, and gain visibility through media coverage highlighting the event. From manufacturing to marketing, we hope that you’ll join us to inspire the next generation of automotive enthusiasts. 

Career Fair for High School Students

9:30 - 1:30 pm

We are looking for companies to share with our students about what it takes to get a job in the industry. Rather than hiring, we hope you are able to inspire them to think about what schooling, experience, or training they will need to pursue to be eligible in the future. 

Have a hands-on demonstration you can share? Let us know! We will have an area for our students to explore exactly what a job in the automotive industry will entail. 

Job Fair for Community College Students

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

We are looking for companies that are currently hiring to join us to meet our talented students who are eager to get started in the industry. 

Whether you want to join us for one portion of the day or both portions, we are happy to host you. The event will take place outside on the third floor of our parking garage. Breakfast, lunch, museum access, and parking will be provided for all vendors participating in the event. 

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Everything you need to know!

Automotive related companies, non-profits, and organizations are welcome. If you are connected to the automotive industry in some way, we would love to have you. Previous years have included schools and universities with automotive related programs, manufacturers, dealerships, media and marketing, after market customizers, museums, career services, etc.
The event will take place on the third and fourth floor of the parking garage at the Petersen Automotive Museum located at 6060 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, 90036
Yes, the event will take place outdoors. Sun protection is suggested.
The museum will provide tables, chairs, and linens. Any other branded materials are welcome including pop-up tents, branded linens, and collateral. Pop up tents are recommended. The Petersen will not be providing pop up tents for vendors.
Yes, all vendors will receive free parking, museum access, and breakfast and lunch for all staff included in the RSVP.
9:30 am | Career Fair Load In / Load Out Begins at 8:00 am / 1:30 pm 2:00 pm | Job Fair Load In / Load Out Begins at 1:30 pm / 4:30 pm
Yes, display vehicles are welcome. Please include details of your display vehicle in the reservation form for your booth.
Yes, the museum requires a certificate of insurance for each vendor. Details will be sent with your confirmation.
Please fill out the registration form here.

Questions, comments, concerns?

Please email mdempsey@petersen.org for more information.