Summit to Shore Career Fest

The University of Maine at Farmington will host the Summit to Shore Career Fest on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 11 a.m – 2 p.m., bringing together UMF students and employers for a dynamic hiring and networking event focused on Maine’s outdoor recreation, tourism, and related industries. Designed to connect talented, motivated students with real-world opportunities, the Summit to Shore Career Fest provides a direct pipeline for employers seeking interns, seasonal employees, and long-term hires. The event is free and open to the public.

The event emphasizes engagement with Maine-based organizations, highlighting UMF’s role in supporting local workforce development and the state’s outdoor recreation economy. Students attending the Career Fest will have the opportunity to explore career pathways, build professional connections, and engage directly with employers who are shaping Maine’s working landscape—from the mountains to the coast. Employers gain access to emerging talent eager to contribute skills, creativity, and energy to businesses and organizations across the region. The Summit to Shore Career Fest reflects UMF’s commitment to experiential learning, community partnership, and strengthening Maine’s future workforce by connecting education with employment.