{"id":22491,"date":"2025-07-07T13:56:17","date_gmt":"2025-07-07T08:26:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/?p=22491"},"modified":"2026-01-08T12:22:39","modified_gmt":"2026-01-08T06:52:39","slug":"virtual-recruitment-fairs-vs-in-person-job-fairs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/solution\/virtual-event\/virtual-recruitment-fairs-vs-in-person-job-fairs\/","title":{"rendered":"Virtual Recruitment Fairs vs. In-Person Job Fairs: Which is Right for You?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"bsf_rt_marker\"><\/div>\n<p>It is 2025, and the processes of hiring people have changed a lot. Job fairs, once always held in busy halls and community centers, now often take place on computer screens. Both virtual recruitment fairs and in-person job fairs still play a big role in helping job seekers and employers connect. But which one is better for your needs? If you are trying to decide whether to go to an in-person job fair or a virtual hiring fair, this blog will help you sort it out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From college students to experienced IT professionals, everyone is trying to make smarter choices about how and where they apply for jobs. And recruiters, too, are looking for faster, easier ways to meet the right candidates. Let\u2019s walk through both virtual recruitment fairs and&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In-person job fairs, see what makes them work, and figure out what suits you best.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/solution\/virtual-event\/virtual-recruitment-fairs-vs-in-person-job-fairs\/#So_What_Is_An_In-Person_Job_Fair\" >So, What Is An In-Person Job Fair?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/solution\/virtual-event\/virtual-recruitment-fairs-vs-in-person-job-fairs\/#What_is_a_Virtual_Job_Fair\" >What is a Virtual Job Fair?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/solution\/virtual-event\/virtual-recruitment-fairs-vs-in-person-job-fairs\/#Virtual_Recruitment_Fairs_vs_In-Person_Job_Fairs\" >Virtual Recruitment Fairs vs. In-Person Job Fairs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/solution\/virtual-event\/virtual-recruitment-fairs-vs-in-person-job-fairs\/#Top_9_Reasons_to_Choose_Virtual_Recruitment_Fairs_over_In-Person_Job_Fairs\" >Top 9 Reasons to Choose Virtual Recruitment Fairs over In-Person Job Fairs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/solution\/virtual-event\/virtual-recruitment-fairs-vs-in-person-job-fairs\/#1_Skip_the_Travel_Hassle\" >1. Skip the Travel Hassle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/solution\/virtual-event\/virtual-recruitment-fairs-vs-in-person-job-fairs\/#2_Cost_Savings_for_All\" >2. Cost Savings for All<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/solution\/virtual-event\/virtual-recruitment-fairs-vs-in-person-job-fairs\/#3_More_Flexibility_with_Time\" >3. More Flexibility with Time<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/solution\/virtual-event\/virtual-recruitment-fairs-vs-in-person-job-fairs\/#4_Wider_Reach_for_Companies\" >4. Wider Reach for Companies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/solution\/virtual-event\/virtual-recruitment-fairs-vs-in-person-job-fairs\/#5_Better_Info_and_Ideas\" >5. Better Info and Ideas<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/solution\/virtual-event\/virtual-recruitment-fairs-vs-in-person-job-fairs\/#6_Quicker_Review_and_Selection\" >6. Quicker Review and Selection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/solution\/virtual-event\/virtual-recruitment-fairs-vs-in-person-job-fairs\/#7_More_Comfortable_for_Job_Seekers\" >7. More Comfortable for Job Seekers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/solution\/virtual-event\/virtual-recruitment-fairs-vs-in-person-job-fairs\/#8_Eco-Friendly_Option\" >8. Eco-Friendly Option<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/solution\/virtual-event\/virtual-recruitment-fairs-vs-in-person-job-fairs\/#9_Helps_Reach_Passive_Job_Seekers\" >9. Helps Reach Passive Job Seekers<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/solution\/virtual-event\/virtual-recruitment-fairs-vs-in-person-job-fairs\/#Final_Words\" >Final Words:-<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"so-what-is-an-inperson-job-fair\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"So_What_Is_An_In-Person_Job_Fair\"><\/span>So, What Is An In-Person Job Fair?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"696\" src=\"https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/In-Person-Job-Fairs-1024x696.jpg\" alt=\"In-Person Job-Fairs\" class=\"wp-image-22508\" srcset=\"https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/In-Person-Job-Fairs-1024x696.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/In-Person-Job-Fairs-300x204.jpg 300w, https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/In-Person-Job-Fairs-768x522.jpg 768w, https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/In-Person-Job-Fairs.jpg 1250w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It is basically a real-world event where companies and folks (looking for jobs) get to meet up. They are usually at places like hotels or colleges. Companies have booths where recruiters communicate with job seekers, grab resumes, and maybe even do quick interviews then and there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These events let you see how people act, form opinions right away, and maybe even get hired that day. For companies, they get to talk to lots of people fast and figure out who might be a good hire. These In-person hiring events are the old-school way to do things, and some people still like that direct, human thing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yeah, getting there, waiting around, and paying for travel or printing stuff can be a pain. But lots of people think it feels more personal and gives you a better first look.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-a-virtual-job-fair\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_Virtual_Job_Fair\"><\/span>What is a Virtual Job Fair?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"558\" src=\"https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Virtual-hiring-platform-1024x558.jpg\" alt=\"Virtual Job Fair\" class=\"wp-image-22511\" srcset=\"https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Virtual-hiring-platform-1024x558.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Virtual-hiring-platform-300x163.jpg 300w, https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Virtual-hiring-platform-768x418.jpg 768w, https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Virtual-hiring-platform.jpg 1250w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A virtual recruitment fair is an online hiring event. In this event, job seekers and recruiters link up on a platform. It could be a simple video chat or a more built-out <a href=\"https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/virtual-event-platform\">online virtual event platform<\/a> where companies have their own booths. Just like at a real-world job fair, you can ask questions, send in your resume, and have interviews, but it all happens on your computer. <a href=\"https:\/\/beamian.com\/virtual-job-fairs-technology-and-best-practices-for-successful-organization\/\">The study says<\/a> that most recruiters (78%) think online platforms are a must-have for hiring now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Considering virtual hiring fair can save time, cash, and effort. Best part? You don\u2019t need to drive across town. Whether you are in a big city or a small town, you just need the internet to join.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Right now, a lot of companies are having virtual IT job fairs to hire tech people from all over. For job seekers, it means more opportunities without needing to move or travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Those running the fairs use special tools to handle sign-ups, set up meetings, and track who visited which booth. So, even though it is online, it is organized and engaging, but without needing a physical spot.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"virtual-recruitment-fairs-vs-inperson-job-fairs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Virtual_Recruitment_Fairs_vs_In-Person_Job_Fairs\"><\/span>Virtual Recruitment Fairs vs. In-Person Job Fairs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Now comes the real question- how do these two compare? Both (in-person and virtual hiring fairs) aim to link up companies with people looking for jobs, and both try to simplify hiring. But the way they do it is very different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Going to a job fair in person is the old-school way of doing things (shaking hands, making eye contact, and handing out resumes). Some people just prefer this feel. But, on the flip side, you have to deal with travel, the cost of the venue, and trying to get everything scheduled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Virtual recruitment fairs are all about keeping things simple. They save time for everyone involved and allow more folks to attend, even if they are far away or have trouble getting around. Plus, companies can meet candidates from all over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, how do you pick which one is right for you? Here is a comparison table that will help you understand more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Feature<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Virtual Recruitment Fairs<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>In-Person Job Fairs<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Location<\/td><td>Online- accessible from anywhere<\/td><td>Physical venue- must travel to attend<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cost (Job Seekers)<\/td><td>Usually free, no travel or printing needed<\/td><td>Travel, food, parking, and printing costs are involved<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cost (Employers)<\/td><td>Lower-&nbsp; no booth setup, venue, or travel costs<\/td><td>Higher- booth, staff travel, lodging, venue fees<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Reach<\/td><td>Global- wider audience across cities\/countries<\/td><td>Local- limited to those who can physically attend<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Convenience<\/td><td>High- attend from home or office<\/td><td>Lower- requires full-day commitment<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Scheduling Flexibility<\/td><td>Flexible- some platforms allow 24\/7 access<\/td><td>Fixed- bound by event hours<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Interaction Type<\/td><td>Chat, video call, digital document sharing<\/td><td>Face-to-face, handshakes, and printed resumes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Comfort for Attendees<\/td><td>More relaxed- less pressure, private space<\/td><td>May be stressful- public speaking, long lines<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Data and Analytics<\/td><td>Easy tracking with event tools and reports<\/td><td>Limited data \u2013 manual note-taking and follow-ups<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Eco-Friendly<\/td><td>Yes- no printing or travel needed<\/td><td>No paper, banners, or travel emissions involved<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Suitability for Remote Roles<\/td><td>Ideal- easy to connect with remote job seekers<\/td><td>Less ideal- limited to local candidates<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Networking Opportunities<\/td><td>Digital- depends on platform features<\/td><td>Better for spontaneous personal interactions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tech Dependency<\/td><td>High- needs good internet and device access<\/td><td>Low- minimal tech needed<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"top-9-reasons-to-choose-virtual-recruitment-fairs-over-inperson-job-fairs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Top_9_Reasons_to_Choose_Virtual_Recruitment_Fairs_over_In-Person_Job_Fairs\"><\/span>Top 9 Reasons to Choose Virtual Recruitment Fairs over In-Person Job Fairs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Here are the best reasons why virtual recruitment fairs are a better option.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-skip-the-travel-hassle\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Skip_the_Travel_Hassle\"><\/span>1. Skip the Travel Hassle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Forget about battling traffic, hunting for parking spots, or carrying heavy folders. With online job fairs, you can show up from the comfort of your couch! This is excellent if you are miles away from the city or just have a hard time getting around. In simple words, people can attend a virtual hiring fair using mobile or laptop from their home.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-cost-savings-for-all\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Cost_Savings_for_All\"><\/span>2. Cost Savings for All<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Job hunting can get expensive fast. What people like about virtual job fairs is that they save money for everyone involved. If you are looking for a job, you don&#8217;t have to blow your budget on gas, train tickets, eating out, or printing stacks of resumes that might land in the trash. Companies also save money with the help of virtual recruitment fairs. They don&#8217;t need to rent big booths, put up employees in hotels, or pay for conference center venues. So, truly, it is an ideal option if you are looking for the best format of a recruitment fair.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-more-flexibility-with-time\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_More_Flexibility_with_Time\"><\/span>3. More Flexibility with Time<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Ever been to a job fair where you missed the person you wanted to speak to and had to wait until next year? One of the best things about virtual job fairs is that they are very flexible with the time. You can usually pop into company booths whenever you have a moment during the fair. Even cooler, a lot of them let you leave messages via chat or video, so you can still connect even if you can&#8217;t catch someone live. You wouldn&#8217;t find this at the old-school in-person career event.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-wider-reach-for-companies\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Wider_Reach_for_Companies\"><\/span>4. Wider Reach for Companies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Virtual job fairs eliminate any geographical boundaries. They let companies connect with candidates from all over the world. Doing that in person can be very expensive. Just think about it: you are running a tech company in New York. Instead of just talking to local talent, you could interview qualified folks in London, Singapore, or anywhere else on the globe without spending a fortune on plane tickets and hotel rooms.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-better-info-and-ideas\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Better_Info_and_Ideas\"><\/span>5. Better Info and Ideas<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>With <a href=\"https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/solutions\/virtual-meetings\">virtual event platform for online job fairs<\/a>, organizers and companies can see what visitors do. They can see which booths people visited, how long they stayed, and how many resumes were turned in. You can&#8217;t really get this info at an in-person job fair.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-quicker-review-and-selection\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Quicker_Review_and_Selection\"><\/span>6. Quicker Review and Selection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>With most online job fair platforms, you can check resumes ahead of time and set up interviews fast. Some even offer built-in video chat, resume-scoring features, and <a href=\"https:\/\/skima.ai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AI recruiting software<\/a> to help screen candidates faster. This really speeds up hiring, which is great when companies are hiring a lot of people.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-more-comfortable-for-job-seekers\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_More_Comfortable_for_Job_Seekers\"><\/span>7. More Comfortable for Job Seekers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>A lot of people get nervous meeting people in person. A virtual hiring fair can be an ideal option for Job seekers. But how? Talking to a recruiter online can feel easier. Job seekers can get ready, have notes handy, and not have to deal with big crowds.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-ecofriendly-option\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Eco-Friendly_Option\"><\/span>8. Eco-Friendly Option<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/solution\/virtual-event\/virtual-job-fairs-trends\/\">Online job fairs<\/a> are better for the environment. By considering online job fairs, you can avoid paper, plastic signs, and cars making pollution. Most job seekers and companies care about the environment, so this is a plus.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-helps-reach-passive-job-seekers\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Helps_Reach_Passive_Job_Seekers\"><\/span>9. Helps Reach Passive Job Seekers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Not everyone looking at a job fair is unemployed. Many employed professionals just want to see what\u2019s out there. These people may hesitate to visit an in-person event. But they might log into a virtual fair quietly during their lunch break. You reach more people this way.<br><br><em><strong>Read More:-<\/strong>&nbsp; <a href=\"https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/solution\/virtual-event\/in-person-meetings-vs-virtual-meetings\/\">In-Person Meetings vs. Virtual Meetings: Exploring the Best Approach<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"final-words\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Words\"><\/span>Final Words:-<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Both in-person career fairs and virtual recruitment fairs offer value, but your choice depends on your goal, comfort level, and situation. If you don&#8217;t have much time or money, or want to meet companies that aren&#8217;t local, then go virtual. But if you like meeting people in person and don&#8217;t mind putting in a little extra work, then considering an in-person job fair is still a good idea. Either way, these fairs help people find jobs, and that\u2019s the main thing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/demo\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"832\" height=\"212\" src=\"https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Virtual-Vs-In-Person-Job-Fairs-CTA.png\" alt=\"Virtual-Vs-In-Person-Job-Fairs - CTA\" class=\"wp-image-22492\" srcset=\"https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Virtual-Vs-In-Person-Job-Fairs-CTA.png 832w, https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Virtual-Vs-In-Person-Job-Fairs-CTA-300x76.png 300w, https:\/\/godreamcast.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Virtual-Vs-In-Person-Job-Fairs-CTA-768x196.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 832px) 100vw, 832px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It is 2025, and the processes of hiring people have changed a lot. 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