Arkansas employers are encouraged to register for the 2026 Draft Days, a statewide initiative connecting students with skilled professional career opportunities—and the Pine Bluff event is coming up fast.
Hosted by Be Pro Be Proud Arkansas and the Associated Industries of Arkansas Foundation, Draft Days feature interactive career exploration and on-site interviews designed to help build Arkansas’ future workforce.
Southeast Arkansas: Pine Bluff Convention Center, Pine Bluff
Event Date: April 7, 2026
Employer Registration Closes: February 28, 2026
Employers from manufacturing, construction, transportation, utilities, and other skilled trades are invited to showcase their companies, meet motivated students, and connect directly with educators and workforce partners. Participation is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Other Draft Day events are also happening across the state:
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Central Arkansas: University of Arkansas – Pulaski Technical College, North Little Rock | March 3 | Registration closes Feb. 6
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Northeast Arkansas: Arkansas Northeastern College, Blytheville | March 18 | Registration closes Feb. 18
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Golden Triangle: El Dorado Conference Center, El Dorado | March 31 | Registration closes Feb. 28
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North Central Arkansas: Arkansas State University–Mountain Home | April 2 | Registration closes Feb. 28
Employers can register online at:
https://ar.beprobeproud.org/draft-day-registration-organization
