From early morning, the Europa Palace in Vitoria was filled with company representatives and job seekers for the 17th edition of the Empleo Gune fair. Hundreds of attendees, with resumes in hand and backpacks on their shoulders, explored the stands of more than 90 participating companies and entities throughout the day, which collectively offered 752 job positions.
At the stands, interviews, presentations, and queues formed for submitting resumes or participating in selection processes. Concurrently, several rooms hosted workshops organized by companies and organizations to guide those looking to improve their employability or learn about in-demand professional profiles.
The fair also incorporated specific guidance and support areas, with zones dedicated to quick interviews and career counseling, such as the job search support point, where attendees could benefit from 20-minute advisory sessions. Additionally, one of the most popular spots was the photocall set up for attendees to update their resume photos, an initiative many took advantage of.
“"To connect people and opportunities."
This initiative, promoted by the Vitoria-Gasteiz City Council, the Foral Council of Álava, the University of the Basque Country (EHU) Álava Campus, and Lanbide-Basque Public Employment Service, has solidified its role as a key meeting and communication point between the business community and the citizens of Vitoria-Gasteiz. The institutional inauguration began at 09:30 AM, with the participation of the mayor of Vitoria-Gasteiz, the foral deputy, and the vice-lehendakari and minister of Economy, Labor and Employment.
Empleo Gune 2026 offered a comprehensive agenda, including workshops, a company round table, and a technical conference aimed at career guidance professionals. Workshops covered topics such as accessing jobs within the European Union, preparing for public employment exams, or utilizing Lanbide's various services. Participating companies like Talgo, Grup Crit, Trigo Quality Ibérica, and Fundación Novia Salcedo also conducted sessions on different aspects of job searching.
