UW Startup Career Fair - Company Registration
Please note, this registration page is for hiring startups only. If someone you know is a job seeker, please have them register at https://luma.com/qjyx2at9 to see open roles.
Seattle’s Flagship Startup Hiring Event
The UW Startup Career Fair is here — built in collaboration with the UW Allen School of Computer Science & Engineering, Lavin Entrepreneurship Program, and AIMS. We'll bring together various Seattle startups and ~200 job seekers for an afternoon of matchmaking, conversation, and in-person connections.
Here's how it works: once your startup registers, MeeBoss will get your open roles live within 48 hours. Our match-first, chat-first platform connects you directly with qualified candidates ahead of time so you can begin conversations online before the event. Then, at the event, you'll meet those candidates face-to-face at your booth, alongside new walk-ups who discover your team on the spot.
The hiring block runs for two hours straight, with job seekers rotating through at their own pace — creating a natural flow of conversation without overwhelming lines. We recommend bringing more than one person to staff your booth.
This format gives you high-quality, face-to-face recruiting time alongside the buzz, PR spotlight, and networking energy of a full event — without requiring your team to commit an entire day.
How It Works for Startups
Register your startup here
Fill out your company details (name, website, contact info).
MeeBoss schedules your onboarding call
After registration, the MeeBoss team will contact you to confirm details.
During this call, we’ll:
Collect your job descriptions (paste links, upload docs, or we'll help write them for you).
Build your company profile and post your jobs live.
Jobs go live within 48 hours
Once live, your roles are matched automatically with top candidates on MeeBoss.
Chats begin with your curated matches.
Job seekers registered for the festival will also be able to reach out.
Day of the Career Fair
You’ll host a booth for the day.
Meet candidates you’ve already engaged online, plus new walk-ups.
Before & after the hiring block all attendees gather a for founder panel and networking.
After the Event
Keep conversations active in MeeBoss chat.
Many startups may leave the event with their next hires in place!
Event Format & Agenda
4:00 - 5:00 PM | Company Setup
Company check-in and booth setup
Staff standing by to assist
4:00 – 4:30 PM | Student Check-In
Registration desk open (remains staffed throughout the day)
Informal networking before the program begins
4:30 – 5:00 PM | Opening Remarks & Founder Panel
Welcome from UW & MeeBoss
Introduction of our co-hosts and partners
Companies may continue quiet booth setup
5:00 – 7:30 PM | Booths Open & Recruiting
All startups host booths and meet candidates in one continuous hiring session
Job seekers rotate through conversations at their own pace
Side table available for networking and preparation
7:30 – 8:00 PM | Wrap Up
Who Can Participate?
This Career Fair is built to support startups at every stage, whether you’re filling an internship, adding a key operator, or bringing on a founding member. We've got you! MeeBoss also accommodates the full range of compensation models, from equity-based opportunities to competitive salaries, giving you the flexibility to hire in the way that works best for your team right now.
Why Join?
Direct access to ~200 job seekers throughout the day
Pre-matched candidates on MeeBoss so you can start conversations before the event
Streamlined format: one continuous 2-hour hiring block with the founder panel + networking to keep booth flow balanced
Maximum visibility: your brand featured across PR, social, and onsite event signage
Smarter, faster hiring: a proven festival model that cuts through noise and connects you directly with the right talent
Register your startup today and let MeeBoss handle the heavy lifting. All you need to do now is submit your details! If you need support or have questions, please email [email protected].
Hiring Festival FAQ
For the full list of questions, please click here.
What happens after I register?
Once you register, a MeeBoss team member will reach out to schedule a quick call. During that call, we’ll collect your open job descriptions, get your company profile set up, and post your jobs live on the MeeBoss platform. Within 48 hours, your roles will be live and we'll begin matching you with candidates.
Is MeeBoss booking interviews for me?
No. MeeBoss provides matchmaking and direct chat, but you control your interview invites. You’ll see your matches, start conversations, and then invite the candidates you’re most interested in to a 10-minute interview during your hiring block.
Do I need to be at the event all day?
Your booth will be open the entire hiring session so candidates know exactly when you’re available. Lunch and the panel are built into the same block, so you don’t need to manage multiple time slots.
Of course, you’re welcome to arrive early or stay after to network with other startups, partners, and candidates.
What should I bring for setup?
Tables (approx. 3x5) will be provided with your company name displayed. You’re welcome to bring lightweight branding like a table runner, pop-up banner, or small giveaways (stickers, swag, etc.). Think of it as making your brand presence visible, not a space for large demos or investor decks
Will I get a list of all candidates attending?
No, MeeBoss is a match-first platform. You’ll see only your matched candidates in the system, and conversations begin there. Attendees outside your matches may also approach your booth during the festival.
Do I need to bring my whole team?
Two or three representatives is plenty. We recommend bringing at least one person who can answer role-specific questions and one who can run conversations at the booth.
MeeBoss is a chat-first hiring platform that connects job seekers with startups through instant in-app messaging, eliminating resume black hole and lengthy application processes. Our matching engine pairs candidates and companies based on skills, culture fit, and career goals, then opens a direct chat so both sides can ask questions and move forward in real time. For startups, MeeBoss delivers only pre-qualified talent and streamlines coordination.
By attending this event, I consent for the hosts and its affiliates to use my name, image, and likeness in any marketing related to the event. This consent includes, without limitation, an irrevocable, perpetual, worldwide, fully-paid, royalty-free, sub-licensable, non-transferable license to use any photographs or video recording on me taken while in attendance at the event. I also consent to receiving emails from the event hosts.