Jacksonville Veterans Career Fair Nov. 10: Paycheck for Patriots at FSCJ Downtown

JACKSONVILLE, FL — One of the biggest veteran-focused hiring days on the First Coast calendar is back. CareerSource Northeast Florida and Florida State College at Jacksonville have set the 2026 Paycheck for Patriots Career Fair for Tuesday, November 10, at FSCJ's Advanced Technology Center downtown, the day before Veterans Day. A companion veterans resource fair runs five days earlier at Bethel's multipurpose center on the other side of downtown.

Two downtown dates, one mission: get Jacksonville's veterans, military spouses and their families in front of employers who want to hire them.

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📍 At a Glance

Event	2026 Paycheck for Patriots Career Fair
Date	Tuesday, November 10, 2026
Time	10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location	FSCJ Advanced Technology Center, 401 W. State St., Jacksonville, FL 32202
Format	In-person hiring fair
Organizers	CareerSource Northeast Florida with FSCJ
Focus	Veterans, military spouses and their families
Registration	Full Employ Florida registration required
Questions	(904) 356-5627

🔥 What Paycheck for Patriots Is

Paycheck for Patriots is a statewide November hiring push run through CareerSource boards. In Jacksonville it has been paired with FSCJ's fall career fair for years, which is what makes it the heavyweight of the season. Last year's edition on November 13, 2025, drew more than 100 public and private employers to the same building, and the hiring floor was described as dedicated to veterans and their spouses. No 2026 employer roster has been published yet, so nobody can tell you today which companies will have tables.

Geography explains the draw. With NAS Jacksonville on the Westside, Naval Station Mayport at the mouth of the St. Johns and Kings Bay just over the Georgia line, service members separate into this job market every month.

⚠️ Read This Before You Go

Employ Florida comes first. CareerSource says participation in all of its events requires a full Employ Florida registration. It is free but slow. Do it this week.
Who it is for. The organizer's 2026 listing describes the fair as supporting veterans, military spouses and their families. In past years FSCJ students, alumni and community members were also invited, but the 2026 page does not say so. If you are not connected to the military, call (904) 356-5627 before you make the trip.
Cost. The 2026 listing does not mention an admission fee, and past editions were free. Confirm when you register.

The November 5 Pre-Event at Bethel

Different event, different day, different purpose. The Veterans Community Resource Fair runs Thursday, November 5, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Bethel Institution Multipurpose Center, 215 Bethel Baptist St., Jacksonville, FL 32202. CareerSource bills it as the Paycheck for Patriots pre-event and pairs it with community organizations that connect veterans to services and support. Use it as the warm-up: sort out benefits questions and finish your Employ Florida profile, then walk into FSCJ on the 10th ready to talk jobs. Pre-event details from CareerSource Northeast Florida.

📋 How to Show Up Ready

Several printed copies of a resume that translates your military experience into civilian terms
Photo ID and your Employ Florida login
Copies of licenses and certifications: CDL, trade and medical credentials
Comfortable shoes and interview clothes; parking at the Advanced Technology Center is free

The full listing lives on the CareerSource Northeast Florida event page, and campus directions are on FSCJ's Advanced Technology Center page.

🔎 Start Searching Now

Employers who table at veteran fairs tend to be hiring for logistics, security, skilled maintenance, health care and corporate operations. Most post those openings online weeks ahead, so apply early and walk up as a name they have already seen.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the 2026 Paycheck for Patriots Career Fair in Jacksonville?

Tuesday, November 10, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the FSCJ Advanced Technology Center on West State Street downtown.

Do I have to be a veteran to attend?

The 2026 listing describes the fair as supporting veterans, military spouses and their families. Call CareerSource at (904) 356-5627 to confirm whether the public is welcome this year.

Which employers will be there?

No 2026 list has been published. Last year's fair drew more than 100 employers, and we will update this article if a roster appears.

Do I need to register?

Yes. CareerSource Northeast Florida requires a full Employ Florida registration for all of its events.

Keep Your Search Moving After November 10

Create a free LocalJobPage account to save searches and get new Jacksonville openings sent to you, and browse the Career Center.

Employers: reach transitioning service members and military spouses every week, not just one Tuesday. Post your openings on LocalJobPage.