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Sept. 9, 2026

Postal Service to Host Virtual Hiring Fair Ahead of Holiday Rush

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What:

As the holiday season approaches, the U.S. Postal Service is getting ready for its busiest time of year — and looking for new team members to help deliver the holidays.

USPS will host a virtual job fair on Friday, Sept. 11, offering prospective applicants an opportunity to learn more about mail handler assistant and mail processing clerk positions and how they can join the Postal Service team ahead of the holiday rush.

When:

Friday, Sept. 11, 2026, at 1 p.m. ET

Where:

Virtual (Zoom).

Registration:

Join the virtual hiring fair here or scan the QR code below

virtual hiring fair QR code

Background:

Applications can begin the process online at www.usps.com/careers. The Careers page is updated frequently. Interested candidates are encouraged to check frequently.

Applicants must be 18 years of age, pass a background check and be a U.S. resident for 5 years. See the job posting for full details for duties, responsibilities, requirements and benefits information.

The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products, and services to fund its operations.

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The United States Postal Service is an independent federal establishment, mandated to be self-financing and to serve every American community through the affordable, reliable and secure delivery of mail and packages to more than 170 million addresses six and often seven days a week. Overseen by a bipartisan Board of Governors, the Postal Service is currently pursuing a transformation plan aimed at restoring long-term financial sustainability, improving service, and maintaining the organization as one of America’s most valued and trusted brands.

The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.

For USPS media resources, including broadcast-quality video and audio and photo stills, visit the USPS Newsroom. Follow us on X, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Threads, and LinkedIn. Subscribe to the USPS YouTube Channel. For more information about the Postal Service, visit usps.com and facts.usps.com.

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