Career opportunities in Limburg: Job fairs and platforms 2026–2027
Looking for a job in Belgian Limburg? Discover upcoming job fairs, meet local employers and explore online platforms to support your career search.
Whether you’re an international professional, a recent graduate or considering your next career move, finding the right opportunity often starts with making the right connections.
Belgian Limburg offers various opportunities to meet employers, discover vacancies and expand your professional network.
At Expat Centre Limburg, we’ve brought together a selection of upcoming job fairs and useful job platforms to help you navigate the regional labour market.
1. Upcoming Job Fairs in Limburg
Mark your calendar! These events offer opportunities to connect with employers, learn about different sectors and explore potential career paths.
10 November 2026 | Job Fair West Limburg – Heusden-Zolder
Organised by: VDAB, CVO De Verdieping and West-Limburg Werkt.
A regional recruitment event bringing together employers and job seekers in West Limburg. An opportunity to discover local vacancies and meet potential employers face-to-face.
1 December 2026 | Limburgse Jobbeurs – Diepenbeek
Organised by: UHasselt and Hermes Alumni.
Around 80 companies will gather at Campus Diepenbeek to meet master’s students, doctoral researchers and recent graduates.
This event is particularly interesting for highly educated professionals exploring graduate positions, research opportunities and career prospects in Limburg.
Time: 14:00–17:00
Location: UHasselt, Campus Diepenbeek
2 December 2026 | Job Fair Lanaken – Lanaken
Organised by: VDAB, Municipality of Lanaken, Maasland Werkt! and Travvant.
Meet approximately 20 regional employers and discover job opportunities in and around Lanaken. The event focuses particularly on production, technical, warehouse and logistics positions.
Time: 12:00–14:00
Location: Aan de Engelse Hof 2–10, Lanaken
2 February 2027 | Job Fair North Limburg – Lommel
Organised by: VDAB, Focus-Noord and Noordkracht.
Explore vacancies and meet around 30 employers from North Limburg, including Lommel, Pelt and Hamont-Achel.
The fair features opportunities across production, technical services, maintenance, logistics and other sectors.
Time: 09:00–13:00
Location: De Soeverein, Sportveldenstraat 10, Lommel
Discover Job Fair North Limburg
18 February 2027 | PXL Job Event – Hasselt
Organised by: Hogeschool PXL, Voka – Chamber of Commerce Limburg and VDAB.
The 20th edition of the PXL Job Event brings together regional employers, job seekers and students.
The event has two programmes:
- 08:30–11:30: For job seekers with different educational and professional backgrounds.
- 13:00–16:00: For PXL students exploring internships, graduate positions and future career opportunities.
Location: Trixxo Arena, Park H, Hasselt
9 March 2027 | Limburgse Jobdate – Diepenbeek
Organised by: UHasselt and Hermes Alumni.
A smaller-scale recruitment event designed to connect master’s students, doctoral researchers and recent graduates with employers through short, pre-arranged meetings.
Unlike a traditional job fair, this event focuses on targeted conversations and matching between candidates and participating companies.
Time: From 16:00
Location: UHasselt, Campus Diepenbeek
18 March 2027 | Talent Event – Genk
Organised by: VDAB.
A regional event at T2-campus offering opportunities to explore professional sectors, career paths and training possibilities.
Location: T2-campus, Thor Park 8040, Genk
2. Explore job opportunities online
Can’t attend a job fair? You can also explore vacancies and career opportunities throughout the year.
These platforms are useful starting points for international professionals looking for work in Limburg and across Flanders.
VDAB – Jobs in Belgium
The Flemish public employment service offers a dedicated selection of vacancies with English job descriptions.
Search across sectors, filter opportunities by location and discover employers recruiting in Belgium.
Explore English-language vacancies on VDAB
EnglishJobs.be – Limburg
Looking for English-speaking career opportunities?
EnglishJobs.be brings together vacancies advertised to English-speaking candidates, including opportunities in Limburg.
Browse English-speaking jobs in Limburg
Meet the Youngsters
Connect with regional employers and explore internships and career opportunities, particularly for students, graduates and young professionals.
UHasselt – Career Opportunities
Interested in working in research, higher education or an academic environment?
Hasselt University regularly publishes vacancies for doctoral researchers, academic staff and administrative or support professionals.
For UHasselt students: The university also provides access to its JobTeaser Career Center, featuring student jobs and external vacancies. Access is available through a university student account.
3. Stay updated on career events
Looking for more opportunities to meet employers and expand your network?
Explore these event calendars for upcoming job fairs, recruitment days and other career-related activities:
- VDAB – Job Fairs & Recruitment Days: Explore employment events across Flanders.
- Limburgse Jobbeurs: Stay informed about career events for master’s students, doctoral researchers and graduates.
- PXL Job Event: Find information about the annual recruitment event organised by PXL, Voka Limburg and VDAB.
4. A few tips for international job seekers
Attending a job fair can be a valuable first step towards understanding the local labour market and making professional connections.
Here are a few simple ways to make the most of your visit:
- Prepare a short introduction. Be ready to explain your professional background, key skills and what kind of opportunity you’re looking for.
- Bring your CV. Keep an updated English CV ready, either digitally or in print.
- Research participating employers. Identify companies that match your interests and experience before attending.
- Ask about language requirements. Some positions require Dutch, while others may offer opportunities in English or multilingual environments.
- Follow up afterwards. Connect with recruiters on LinkedIn and maintain contact with the people you meet.
Remember that not all job fairs are specifically aimed at international professionals. Admission requirements, language expectations and target audiences may vary between events.
5. Building your career in Limburg
Finding a job in a new country is about more than discovering vacancies. It’s also about understanding the local labour market, building connections and finding your place in a new professional environment.
At Expat Centre Limburg, we support international professionals in navigating practical aspects of living and settling in Belgian Limburg.
We encourage you to explore the opportunities available in the region, connect with employers and take the next step in your professional journey.
Your next career opportunity might start with a conversation. Good luck with your job search!
Please consult the organisers’ official websites for the latest event information, registration requirements and possible schedule changes. Vacancies and event details may change over time.