Students from across California are invited to learn about the exciting future of vehicle technology.

These high-energy events will bring together professionals across the auto industry who are excited to introduce students to excellent career opportunities!

  • High School students will explore how they can be a part of a quickly evolving industry, a career path, and learn about the certificate and degree opportunities at local colleges!

  • College students will have a chance to meet with local dealership hiring managers at the Career Day Job Fair and explore career opportunities near them!

Thanks to industry funding, these events are free for Automotive Technology Students and Teachers!

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Hyundai logo and brand name in black on white background
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2025

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Sacramento

Redding

October 2, 2025

American River College

October 15, 2025

Shasta College

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San Jose

Bakersfield

October 24, 2025

Evergreen Valley College

November 13, 2025

WSM Auctions Bakersfield

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Fresno

November 14, 2025

Fresno City College West Fresno Center

COMING 2026

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North Los Angeles

Orange County

February 18, 2026

Los Angeles Trade Technical-College

February 20, 2026

Saddleback College

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South Los Angeles

San Diego

March 11, 2026

Long Beach Community College

March 13, 2026

To be announced

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Vallejo

Inland Empire

April, 2026

To be announced

March 24, 2026

Solano College Automotive Technology Facility

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