Event Details

Youth CareerQuest brings 8th-grade students from across New Braunfels and Comal County together for a hands-on look at the career opportunities available right here in their own community. Local businesses and employers host interactive booths, including live demonstrations, hands-on activities, and real conversations, that connect students directly to the career paths taught in local high school programs of study, trade schools, and universities.

This isn’t a lecture-hall event. It’s a trade-show-style expo, and students move booth to booth at their own pace, so every exhibitor gets real, one-on-one time to spark curiosity about their industry.

What Students Will Experience

Hands-On Demos Real tools and activities tied to the industry.	Ties to Local Programs Every booth connects to a program of study.
Face Time With Employers Real conversations with the people who do the job.	A Vision for the Future A concrete sense of what’s possible for them.

Industries & Career Pathways

Any career with a corresponding high school program of study has a place at CareerQuest. Past and welcomed industries include:

Don’t see your industry? If there’s a matching program of study at a local high school or trade school, there’s a place for you at CareerQuest.

See It In Action

Take a look at last year’s CareerQuest to see what a booth day looks like:

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Why Exhibit at CareerQuest?

What we ask of exhibitors: bring one hands-on activity or demonstration that gives students a real feel for your industry and connects to a program of study at a local high school or trade school. No sales pitches or static handout tables, just an engaging, interactive experience.

2026 Exhibitor Lineup

Employers Already on Board

35 of 60 booths reserved. 25 spots remain. Register today to join this lineup.

Ready to Inspire the Next Generation?

Booth spots are limited. Reserve yours today for November 3, 2026.

Questions? Contact Mike Crowley at the New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce, 210-241-6594 or mike@nbchamber.com

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Presented by New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce  •  Title Sponsor: Texas State Technical College