NESO 26 Career Fair
Location: Westin Copley Place, Boston
Event hours: Saturday, November 7 (12:30pm – 2:30pm)
The First Annual 2026 NESO Career Fair is designed to connect orthodontists undergoing career transitions in the Northeast. Whether you are a resident looking for your first associate position, a young orthodontist looking for a partnership opportunity or outright purchase, or a mid-career orthodontist relocating or simply looking for a change, the NESO Career Fair is not to be missed!
Conversely, this event will host seasoned orthodontist-practice owners and recruiters who are planning to hire an associate doctor, are looking for a junior partner, or are developing their exit strategy to retirement and are looking for a practice buyer. They will have the opportunity to meet and speak casually with hundreds of orthodontists which will help them efficiently identify the practitioners best aligned with their philosophy and goals. Finding the right match is essential!
This Career Fair will foster real conversations around opportunities for transition, mentorship, and professional growth—helping young doctors explore regional practice options, build local networks, and align their career goals with employers committed to exceptional care. By bringing together Northeast-based talent and practices looking for orthodontists in one dynamic setting, the fair supports workforce development while strengthening the future of orthodontics throughout the region.
for OPPORTUNITY-PROVIDERS/employers
Job fair participation provides employers with direct access to emerging orthodontic talent, meaningful recruitment visibility, and an efficient, high-value platform to build their future workforce.
Are you an orthodontist thinking about retirement or practice transition but aren’t sure where to start? Some may prefer to bring on an associate for a period of time to ensure the right fit, while others are ready to sell their practice outright from day one. In either case, finding the right match is essential.
Representatives from Group Practice, Private Practice, DSO/Corporate, Community Health or Academic groups are welcome to participate.
The fee to participate is $500. This fee does not include Annual Meeting or Exhibitor registration. Visit NESO.org to register as an attendee or exhibitor for the Annual Meeting.
Pre-Conference
- Job listing online
- Organization name and logo listed on the event website and job fair signage
- Inclusion in pre-event marketing to attendees (email, program, or app listing) with featured employer spotlight in email or program
- Brief employer profile shared with candidates highlighting practice culture, mentorship, and opportunities
- Access to applications submitted by job seekers
Onsite
- Dedicated 8’ x 10’ space at the job fair with one table and two chairs. Power will be provided upon request and for an additional fee. Wifi will be provided at no charge.
- Face-to-face interaction with orthodontic residents, recent graduates, and early-career orthodontists
- Ability to distribute recruitment materials and collect resumes or contact information
Post-Conference
- Access to applications for one month after the meeting
- Listing on website for 60 days as “Participating Employers”
- Inclusion in a post-event employer spotlight email sent to all job seekers
For Job/OPPORTUNITY Seekers
Job seekers gain direct access to hiring practices, selling practices, meaningful career conversations, and practical insight into today’s orthodontic job market—helping them explore opportunities, build connections, and confidently take the next step in their professional journey. Pre-registration through the link below with submission of your resume is recommended but not required to attend. Attendees must be registered for the Annual Meeting to attend.
Pre-Conference
- Ability to submit online application form with resume or CV that is available to participating employers *not required to attend job fair
- Browse participating employers
Onsite
- Must be registered for the Annual Meeting to attend
- Face-to-face access to hiring practices and organizations actively recruiting orthodontic associates
- Opportunities for real conversations with decision-makers—not just online applications
- Exposure to a variety of practice models (private, group, corporate
- Ability to compare multiple employers in one setting
- Complimentary Headshot station
Post-Conference
- Opt-in list of participating employers with contact info and open positions
- Links to employer profiles and career pages