Govt GovConnect: Propel Your Public Sector Career! - Austin

Date & Time

May 27, 2026, 4 p.m. - May 27, 2026, 6 p.m.

Cost

$0

Location

Online

Organizer

TechSoup Global

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Description

Overview
 

Don't miss govt govconnect networking in Austin on 27 May 2026, 4PM CDT. Connect with professionals!

Feeling lost in your career journey? The Govt presents a virtual career networking event designed to help you explore opportunities, build meaningful connections, and gain clarity. This isn't just another job fair; it's a chance to engage with the civic tech community, discover various paths in public service, and find your niche in the Govt landscape.

Before you jump in, watch this explainer video to get the most out of the Govt experience: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YUh-hk5xZu0

What awaits you / What to expect:

  • General: The go-to space for intros, announcements, and casual community-wide conversation. Great for getting oriented and finding others with shared interests.
  • Networking: A self-led showcase zone where grads can post about their projects, portfolios, startups, or job aspirations. Members can also drop links to quick video intros or demo sessions.
  • Intros: A space for members to introduce themselves, share their backgrounds, and connect with others. This can include personal stories, career journeys, or fun facts.
  • Help Wanted: A place for members to post about their skills and offer help to others. This can include anything from coding and design to marketing and writing.
  • Industry Room Tech: A space for members to discuss the latest trends, tools, and technologies in the tech industry. This can include anything from programming languages to software development methodologies.

Who is it for?
  • Professionals seeking government job networking events.
  • Individuals interested in a public service career fair.
  • Members of the civic tech community.
  • Anyone seeking virtual events for Govt professionals.
  • Participants of policy and government meetups.

What will happen?
  • Engage in interactive group chat channels on our Slack-like platform.
  • Participate in 1-on-1 video and text chats with fellow attendees.
  • Discover new career paths and collaboration opportunities.

When:
  • Happens every third month on the fourth Thursday for the next 3 years
  • 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM (Your Local Time)
  • Open to ALL global cities

Where:
Why should you attend?
  • Expand your professional network within the Govt community.
  • Gain valuable insights into different career paths in government and civic tech.
  • Find potential mentors, collaborators, or even your next role.
  • Move beyond job searching and focus on long-term career growth and meaningful connections.

How can you engage?
  • Participate actively in group chats.
  • Engage in direct messaging with other attendees.
  • Start or accept 1-on-1 video chat invitations.
  • Share your expertise and learn from others.

Event support: https://support.tao.ai

 

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