Cambodia is bringing employers and job seekers together this weekend as the Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training, through the National Employment Agency, hosts the 2026 National Job and Productivity Fair from September 12 to 13 at the Koh Pich Convention and Exhibition Centre in Phnom Penh. The event is expected to offer around 35,000 job opportunities across a wide range of industries.
About 150 companies, enterprises and factories are taking part, giving young people, graduates, skilled workers and those considering a career change a chance to meet employers directly. The fair also goes beyond recruitment, offering career counselling and information on skills and occupations currently in demand across Cambodia’s labour market.
“Cambodia’s 2026 National Job and Productivity Fair brings together around 150 companies, enterprises and factories with an estimated 35,000 job opportunities in Phnom Penh. The two day event gives job seekers a direct route to employers through applications and interviews, while also providing career counselling and information on skills currently sought by Cambodia’s labour market. For young people, students, graduates and workers considering a career change, the fair offers a practical opportunity to explore new career paths. For businesses, it provides direct access to potential talent at a time when workforce skills and recruitment needs are evolving across Cambodia’s economy.”
A Major Recruitment Opportunity in Phnom Penh
The fair is being organised by the Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training through the National Employment Agency, with its opening ceremony led by Deputy Prime Minister Sok Chenda Sophea. Its scale reflects the continuing need to connect Cambodia’s workforce with businesses looking for new employees.
With approximately 35,000 opportunities available, the event gives job seekers a chance to engage directly with employers instead of relying solely on online applications. The participation of companies, enterprises and factories from different industries also allows visitors to compare opportunities and identify sectors where recruitment demand is strongest.
More Than Job Applications
The two day event is designed to offer more than a place to submit applications. Job seekers can attend interviews directly with employers, seek career counselling and learn more about occupations and skills that are currently in demand.
This makes the fair particularly useful for students, recent graduates and workers thinking about changing careers. Understanding employer expectations and emerging skill requirements can help job seekers make better decisions about training and career development.
A Direct Link Between Talent and Business
For employers, the fair creates a concentrated recruitment channel where businesses can meet potential employees face to face. At a time when companies are adapting to changing labour and talent requirements, direct access to candidates can help employers identify suitable workers more efficiently.
For workers, the event provides a clearer picture of where opportunities are emerging across Cambodia’s economy. The broader value of the fair therefore lies in connecting supply and demand in the labour market, helping businesses find talent while giving workers more informed career choices.
A Practical Step for Cambodia’s Workforce
The 2026 National Job and Productivity Fair comes as Cambodia continues to focus on workforce skills and stronger connections between job seekers and employers. The event provides a practical meeting point between people seeking opportunities and businesses seeking talent.
For anyone looking for employment, considering a career change or exploring the skills demanded by Cambodian employers, the fair offers a timely opportunity to meet companies directly and understand the direction of the labour market. The key takeaway is that Cambodia’s next phase of workforce development depends not only on creating jobs, but also on connecting the right people with the right skills and opportunities.