500 Hired, More to Come: CDC and TESDA Gear Up for June Job Fairs in Pampanga
CLARK FREEPORT ZONE — The partnership between Clark Development Corporation (CDC) and TESDA is showing real results. In the first quarter of 2026 alone, their job fairs and training initiatives successfully placed 500 local youth into meaningful employment across ICT, aviation, tourism, and industrial sectors. Now, both agencies are doubling down with another wave of hiring events scheduled for June 2026.
The momentum from the first quarter is undeniable. At a single job fair held in Clark last January, 29 locators offered 2,930 vacancies, leading to at least 25 on-the-spot hires . These numbers prove that when government agencies coordinate with private locators, Kapampangan jobseekers win.
June 2026 Job Fairs: Where to Go and How to Prepare
Multiple employer-matching events are slated for June across Pampanga, building on the strong turnout from previous quarters. Jobseekers should monitor the Clark Development Corporation Careers page for specific schedules and a list of participating locators. Walk-in applicants are welcome, but preparation is key — bring multiple copies of your resume, valid government IDs, and any TESDA NC II certificates you already hold.
For those who cannot wait for the June fairs, several locators are hiring right now. BPO firms like Alorica at SM City Clark are actively recruiting customer service representatives . The hospitality and retail sectors are also hiring, with establishments such as CIBO and The Mansion Boutique Hotel in the Clark Freeport Zone accepting applications. Real-time job postings can be tracked through the Indeed Clark Freeport Zone Jobs directory.
TESDA Opens Doors with Free Skills Training and Allowances
The CDC-TESDA collaboration goes beyond job matching — it ensures local youth are actually qualified for the positions available. Recent training programs under the Provincial Government’s Manpower and Training Center have already produced 292 graduates equipped with industry-relevant skills . These trainees completed short courses in Electrical Installation and Maintenance (24 graduates), English Language and Call Center Training (14 graduates), and Housekeeping NC II (128 graduates across five batches), among others .
For Kapampangans looking to upskill before the June job fairs, TESDA offers continuous job-readiness programs and technical certifications in high-demand fields. Electrical installation, HVAC (Domestic Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Servicing), and BPO operations training are all available . The best part? Many of these programs come with daily training allowances, so you can learn without worrying about lost income. Interested youth can visit the TESDA Website or contact the TESDA Pampanga Provincial Office directly for training schedules, free competency assessments, and the latest NC II certification opportunities.
