Araw ng Kalayaan Job Fairs, sabay-sabay na gaganapin sa mga SM Mall sa buong bansa

Masayang nag-pose ang mga successful hired-on-the-spot (HOTS) applicants matapos makakuha ng trabaho sa Araw ng Kalayaan  Job Fair—patunay kung paano patuloy na nagdadala ang SM Supermalls ng tunay at agarang oportunidad para sa mga Pilipino.

Habang ipinagdiriwang ng bansa ang ika-128 Araw ng Kalayaan ng Pilipinas, patuloy na pinalalakas ng SM Supermalls at Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) ang kanilang matagal nang partnership upang ilapit ang mas maraming trabaho at oportunidad sa mga Pilipino.

Ngayong June 12, sabay-sabay na isasagawa ng SM at DOLE ang Araw ng Kalayaan Job Fairs sa 20 SM malls nationwide, na magdadala ng libo-libong job opportunities, employers, at government services sa mga komunidad sa buong bansa.

Sa loob ng maraming taon, magkasamang nagtatrabaho ang SM at DOLE upang gawing mas accessible ang employment opportunities para sa mga Pilipino. Napatunayan ang lakas ng partnership na ito noong Labor Day Job Fairs nitong Mayo 1, kung saan nagkaroon ng sabayang job fairs sa 15 SM venues na nakatulong sa mahigit 17,000 job seekers at nagresulta sa higit 1,000 hired-on-the-spot (HOTS).

Sama-samang kumikilos ang mga kinatawan ng DOLE upang ilapit ang trabaho, oportunidad, at mahahalagang serbisyo sa mas maraming Pilipinong job seekers sa buong bansa.

Patuloy pang lumalawak ang epekto ng SM-DOLE partnership. Mula Enero hanggang Mayo 2026 pa lamang, nakapagsagawa na ito ng:

• 66 Job Fairs nationwide

• Mahigit 57,000 job seekers na natulungan

• Higit 6,000 hired-on-the-spot

Aktibong nakikilahok ang mga jobseekers sa on-the-spot interviews kasama ang iba't ibang employers sa Labor Day Job Fairs—isang hakbang palapit sa kanilang susunod na career opportunity.

 

Trabaho Ngayon, Skills Para sa Bukas

Bukod sa job opportunities, tampok din sa Araw ng Kalayaan Job Fairs ang iba't ibang upskilling programs sa pakikipagtulungan ng DICT, TESDA, Jobstreet, at iba pang industry partners.

Maaaring matuto ang mga job seekers tungkol sa Artificial Intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, digital marketing, data analytics, virtual assistance, at iba pang in-demand digital skills na makakatulong sa kanilang employability at paghahanda para sa future of work.

Sama-samang pinangunahan ng SM, DOLE, at mga partner organizations ang ribbon-cutting ceremony bilang hudyat ng pagbubukas ng Labor Day Job Fair nitong Mayo 1.

Tunay na Oportunidad. Tunay na Kwento.

Sa likod ng bawat matagumpay na job fair ay mga kwento ng pag-asa at pagbabago.

Isang hired-on-the-spot applicant ang nagbahagi:

"Nung sinabi po sakin na Hired on the Spot po ako sobrang saya ko po. Kasi magkakaroon na po ako ng trabaho para sa anak ko."

Isa pang successful applicant ang nagsabi:

"Ngayon natanggap na po ako sa Hypermarket, magiipon lang po, para ‘pag nakaipon na po pwede na po ulit makapag-aral."

Para sa SM Supermalls, higit pa sa pagpuno ng bakanteng posisyon ang layunin ng programa.

"Sa pamamagitan ng ating Job Fairs, nagbibigay tayo ng access sa trabaho, bagong skills, at mas maliwanag na kinabukasan. Bawat aplikanteng nahahire at bawat oportunidad na nalilikha ay hakbang tungo sa pag-unlad ng mas maraming Pilipino," ani SM Executive Vice President Joaquin San Agustin.

Mas pinalalakas ng SM Supermalls at DOLE ang kanilang matagal nang partnership upang mailapit ang trabaho, skills development, at oportunidad sa mas maraming komunidad sa buong bansa.

Handang-handa para sa susunod na oportunidad. Ang mga aplikante ay dumalo sa SM Job Fair na may dalang pag-asa, determinasyon, at pangarap para sa kanilang kinabukasan.

Higit Pa sa Isang Job Fair

Ang Independence Day Job Fairs ay idinisenyo bilang isang one-stop employment hub.

Bukod sa job opportunities, maaari ring mag-avail ang mga aplikante ng government support services mula sa NBI, SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, PESO, at iba pang partner agencies upang mapadali ang pagproseso ng kanilang employment requirements.

Maraming employers ang magsasagawa ng on-the-spot interviews at maaaring magbigay ng immediate hiring opportunities. Kaya pinapayuhan ang mga jobseekers na magdala ng Maraming kopya ng updated resume o CV, Valid IDs, Ballpen at mga kaugnay na certificates o credentials.

Hanapin ang Pinakamalapit na Araw ng Kalayaan Job Fair sa Iyo:

• SM Megamall

• SM City Marikina

• SM Center Sangandaan

• SM City East Ortigas

• SM City San Lazaro

• SM Center Las Piñas

• SM City Sucat

• SM City Rosales

• SM City La Union

• SM City Laoag

• SM City Tuguegarao

• SM City Bataan

• SM City Telabastagan

• SM City San Jose Del Monte

• SM City Dasmariñas

• SM City Legazpi

• SM City Bacolod

• SM Seaside City Cebu 

• SM CDO Downtown Premier

• SM City Davao

Libo-libong jobseekers ang nagtipon sa kanilang paboritong SM malls nationwide upang samantalahin ang mga oportunidad na hatid ng Labor Day  Job Fairs.

Mas Marami Pang Oportunidad Buong Hunyo

Hindi nagtatapos sa June 12 ang pagkakataon. Mayroon pang 17 karagdagang SM Job Fairs na nakatakdang isagawa sa iba't ibang bahagi ng bansa sa buong buwan ng Hunyo, kabilang ang mga industry-focused hiring events para sa ICT, tourism, hospitality, entrepreneurship, at iba pang sektor.

• June 3 - SM City Tuguegarao​

• June 7 - SMX Davao - SM Lanang Premier ​​(Tourism companies)

• June 9 - SM City Baliwag​ (STI job fair)

• June 9 - SM City Davao (ICT companies)​

• June 11 - SM City Valenzuela​

• June 11 - SM City Bacoor​

• June 11 - SM City San Mateo​

• June 11 - SM City Iloilo​

• June 16 - 17 - SM City Novaliches​ (QC University job fair)

• June 16 - 17 - SM City Iloilo (ICT companies)​

• June 17 - SM City Calamba​

• June 18 - SM City Bacolod​

• June 18 - SM City Daet​

• June 19 - SM City Baliwag (NU Job Fair)​

• June 25 - SM City Trece Martires​

• June 27 - SM City Bataan (Trabaho at Negosyo)​

• June 30 - SM Center Muntinlupa

Fresh graduate ka man, graduating student, first-time job seeker, career shifter, o experienced professional, may oportunidad na naghihintay para sa iyo.

Patuloy na Partnership Para sa Nation-Building

Ngayong Araw ng Kalayaan, muling pinagtitibay ng SM at DOLE ang kanilang iisang layunin—ang magbigay ng mas maraming oportunidad, makapag-develop ng bagong skills, at makatulong sa pagbuo ng mas magandang kinabukasan para sa mga Pilipino.

Higit pa sa pagtutugma ng employers at applicants, ang partnership na ito ay tumutulong sa mga Pilipino na suportahan ang kanilang pamilya, palakasin ang kanilang komunidad, at makibahagi sa pag-unlad ng bansa.

Patunay ang SM at DOLE na kapag nagtutulungan ang pribadong sektor at pamahalaan, mas maraming oportunidad ang nalilikha, mas maraming buhay ang nababago, at mas mabilis umuunlad ang bayan. 

Bisitahin ang pinakamalapit na SM Job Fair ngayong Hunyo at simulan ang susunod na yugto ng iyong career journey.

Isang araw na puno ng pag-asa, oportunidad, at bagong simula—habang nagkakaroon ng koneksyon ang employers at applicants sa SM Job Fair.

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SM tapped as first mall operator to roll out DOE’s Oras Natin sa Efficiency (O.N.E.) effort

 

SM Supermalls and the Department of Energy lead the launch of the O.N.E. (Oras Natin sa Efficiency) campaign at the SM Mall of Asia Globe, promoting collective action for energy efficiency nationwide.

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Director Patrick T. Aquino, CESO III, Energy Utilization Management Bureau (EUMB), Department of Energy, Mr. Joaquin L. San Agustin, Executive Vice President for Marketing, SM Supermalls, Assistant Secretary Mandy Romero, Department of Energy, Ms. Nicole Cordovez, Binibining Pilipinas Grand International 2016, Secretary Sharon S. Garin, Department of Energy, Honorable Imelda G. Calixto-Rubiano, Pasay City Mayor, Engr. Junias M. Eusebio, Vice President for Mall Operations, SM Supermalls, Undersecretary Mario C. Marasigan, Department of Energy, Ms. Mhicaela "Bella" Belen, and Ms. Pauline Gaston.

SM joined the Department of Energy (DOE) in rolling out O.N.E.: Oras Natin sa Efficiency, a nationwide energy efficiency movement that calls on Filipinos to turn awareness into action through simple, collective energy-saving habits.

Launched through a ceremonial switch-off event at the Mall of Asia Globe, the campaign champions the importance of responsible energy use amid the country’s State of National Energy Emergency, declared under Executive Order No. 110, s. 2026, which cites geopolitical tensions and supply disruptions as critical threats to national energy security. 

The O.N.E. campaign, anchored on the message “One Hour, One Energy, One Nation,” encourages coordinated energy reduction as a shared national habit. For SM, this means participating in anenergy reduction window where participating properties will switch off non-essential lights and reduce unnecessary energy use. 

During the ceremony, SM expressed its support for DOE’s call for energy responsibility, emphasizing that energy security is a shared concern that affects homes, businesses, communities, and the daily lives of millions of Filipinos.

Department of Energy Secretary Sharon Garin delivers the keynote message during the launch of the O.N.E. (Oras Natin sa Efficiency) campaign at SM Mall of Asia, reinforcing the call for collective action toward energy efficiency nationwide.

“At first, one hour may seem small. One switch turned off. One appliance unplugged. One light dimmed. But when many people do it together, across homes, malls, offices, and communities, that one hour becomes something bigger. It becomes a shared habit. It becomes a national effort. It becomes a reminder that each of us has a role to play in protecting our country’s energy future,” said Junias M. Eusebio, Vice President for Operations, SM Supermalls. 

As part of its operational commitment, SM will assign energy officers to monitor participation and report actual energy savings to the DOE. The initiative will also include the switch-off of non-essential lights such as pylons, façade lighting, and decorative displays during the designated reduction window, supported by proper coordination and monitoring across participating properties.

Engr. Junias M. Eusebio, Vice President for Mall Operations of SM Supermalls, highlights the company’s operational commitment to energy efficiency in support of the Department of Energy’s O.N.E. (Oras Natin sa Efficiency) campaign at SM Mall of Asia.

Beyond the ceremonial switch-off, SM emphasized that the campaign is about building lasting habits. Through its nationwide network of most-loved malls, SM will continue to share DOE-provided energy efficiency tips and information materials with tenants, employees, customers, and millions of daily visitors—encouraging them to carry the practice beyond the mall and into their homes and workplaces.

 

“It is not just about one hour. It is about what that one hour teaches us. That energy efficiency can be practical. That sustainability can be part of everyday life. That small habits, when shared by many, can help move a nation forward,” Tan added.

Pasay City Mayor Imelda G. Calixto-Rubiano expresses support for the O.N.E. (Oras Natin sa Efficiency) campaign at SM Mall of Asia, underscoring the vital role of local government units in advancing energy efficiency and sustainability efforts.

The O.N.E. campaign also aligns with SM Cares’ long-term environmental advocacy and the broader SM Green Movement, which promotes responsible energy use, climate action, and everyday sustainability practices. SM continues to strengthen its sustainability efforts through energy-efficient operations, solar initiatives, and EV charging efforts across its properties. 

Through its support for DOE’s O.N.E. campaign, SM reinforces the role of the private sector in helping strengthen national energy responsibility—showing that even the smallest actions, when done together and repeated consistently, can create meaningful impact.

Together, one hour can count for one nation.

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SM Supermalls’ sustainability journey The mall operator continues to pioneer eco-friendly programs

MANILA, Philippines — SM Supermalls’ quest to create a more sustainable, greener planet began in the 1990s with the installation of a wastewater treatment plant at SM Southmall. The pioneering initiative, which recycles wastewater for irrigation and sanitary systems, laid the foundation for the company’s long-standing drive toward environmental stewardship and resource conservation. 

The man behind the concept was Mr. Hans Sy, the current Chairman of the Executive Committee of SM Prime Holdings. Apart from his business acumen, Mr. Sy is regarded within the community as a champion of environmental sustainability, believing that business growth and environmental responsibility should go hand in hand. 

Mr. Sy’s groundbreaking vision has been deeply ingrained in how SM Supermalls are designed and managed. Over the years, the institution has launched industry-first programs that focus on waste management, water conservation, energy efficiency, and air quality — all of which have helped improve environmental conditions and the quality of life in surrounding communities.

SM Supermalls’ enduring commitment to sustainability was already in motion before the Securities and Exchange Commission’s mandate for publicly listed companies and large non-listed entities to submit sustainability disclosures, effective in fiscal year 2026. 

Its water conservation efforts have recycled approximately 6.6 million cubic meters of wastewater — equivalent to almost 3,000 Olympic-sized swimming pools — across its malls annually. In SM Baguio specifically, over 19,000 cubic meters of rainwater have been recycled for kitchen and operational use, benefiting adjacent communities by conserving valuable water. 

Moreover, its Trash To Cash Recycling Market has collected approximately 1.5 million kilograms of recyclables every year, and has continuously encouraged patrons to visit their most-loved SM Supermall to join the movement toward waste segregation. Its energy management initiatives have seamlessly woven form and function into its SkyGardens and open spaces, which provide natural ventilation and have drastically improved air quality for its patrons.

Over the last few years, the mall operator has been leading the charge towards eco-friendly power options. It currently has an estimated 200,000 solar panels on 65 hectares of rooftops across its properties. The vast energy system powers mall operations while reducing the overall carbon footprint. The initiative has equipped SM Supermalls amid pressures to seek alternative energy sources during the energy crisis.

SM Supermalls is continuously expanding its electric-vehicle charging infrastructure to support the shift to sustainable mobility networks. It currently has 160 EV charging stations across its malls, with plans to scale up.

And as it moves forward, SM Supermalls will continue to pioneer innovative solutions that aim to create long-term positive impact for future generations. It will leverage its decades-long pledge to help shape greener, more resilient urban spaces. Sustainability will remain at the core of SM Supermalls’ vision. As it broadens its footprint across the country, so will its commitment to strengthening the well-being of nearby communities.

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Successful Job Fair at SM Dasmariñas Builds Momentum for Nationwide 'Araw ng Kalayaan' Event

SM Supermalls and its valued partners successfully mounted the SM Group Job Fair at SM City Dasmariñas last May 27, bringing together aspiring applicants, employers, and career opportunities under one accessible venue.

Thousands of jobseekers gather at SM City Dasmariñas during the SM Retail Job Fair, opening doors to new careers and brighter opportunities for Filipinos. 

The one-day hiring event drew strong participation from jobseekers across Cavite and nearby areas, connecting applicants to career openings from some of the country’s most recognized retail and service brands. Participating employers included Ace Hardware, Watsons, SM Store, SM Supermarket, SM Appliance Center, Sports Central, Toy Kingdom, Savemore, Alfamart, Goldilocks, National University, and many more under the SM Group.

More than 1,000 job seekers attended the event, interviewing with more than 20 companies offering opportunities across retail, operations, merchandising, customer service, finance, marketing, warehouse operations, pharmacy, and management roles. More than 140 were hired on the spot (HOTS) with several hundreds more for follow-up interviews beyond the job fair. This reflects the event’s immediate impact in helping Filipinos move closer to meaningful employment.

Successful applicants celebrate their hired-on-the-spot (HOTS) moments after securing new career opportunities at the SM Retail Job Fair.

For many attendees, the event became more than just a job fair—it became an opportunity for a fresh start and a brighter future.

One hired-on-the-spot (HOTS) applicant shared how the SM Job Fair gave them renewed hope and confidence in finding meaningful work.

“Thanks, God! Kasi natanggap din naman agad ako at hindi ako nahirapan. Anong oras palang uuwi na ako kasi tanggap na ako. And this is my first time kasi umattend ng job fair. And hindi ako na disappoint kasi napaka accommodating ng staff kamo. At saka ambabait pa,” shared Marissa Orias Urbano, hired at Toy Kingdom.

Applicants line up early at the SM Retail Job Fair in search of fresh starts, 

meaningful work, and future opportunities.

Some successful hires plan to use their income to fund their education. Marcelo P. Magboo III who was hired at SM Appliance Center shared that he stopped his college education for almost two years because of financial problems. He participated in the SM Job Fair, “napagisip-isip ko po ngayon na, bakit hindi po ako magtrabaho para makapag-aral ulit… Masaya po (na natanggap), tumaas po yung chance na makapag-aral ako ulit. Thank you SM for giving me a chance to get a job… magkakaroon na ako ng pambayad sa sarili kong pag-aaral.”

Government and institutional partners also emphasized the importance of bringing opportunities closer to communities through accessible employment platforms.

From resumes to real opportunities—jobseekers connect directly with leading employers during the SM Retail Job Fair at SM City Dasmariñas.

Companies also shared how SM job fairs allowed them to more easily connect with talents and fill-up their vacancies. “Sobrang nakaka-overwhelm… andaming tao. Yung mga area na meron akong vacancy dito, around Dasma, Imus, and Bacoor… super happy kasi na filled-in na. So, may mga na hired on the spot kami. Thank you so much SM Dasmariñas. Sana marami pang job fair,” shared Daniela Capistrano, Talent Acquisition Officer from Goldilocks Bakeshop Inc.

Initiatives like the SM Job Fairs help bridge jobseekers to immediate employment opportunities while making the process more accessible and community-based. Meanwhile, DICT highlighted the importance of digital readiness and future-ready learning as part of today’s evolving workforce landscape through their booths.

The initiative was made possible through strong collaboration among SM Supermalls, SM Retail, Jobstreet, PSAC Jobs, PCCI, ECOP, PHILEXPORT, PESO, LGUs, DICT, and other institutional partners committed to supporting employment generation and workforce development.

Career opportunities across retail, customer service, operations, and management were made available during the SM Retail Job Fair.

One-Stop Job Application Experience

SM Job Fairs also integrate government support services to help streamline the hiring process for applicants. Participating agencies—including the Social Security System (SSS), PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, and other government partners—help applicants process essential employment requirements on-site, making the experience faster, easier, and more accessible.

This collaboration between government, industry, and private sector partners reflects a shared mission of helping more Filipinos move forward through employment and lifelong learning.

The successful turnout at SM City Dasmariñas also builds momentum for the upcoming nationwide Araw ng Kalayaan Job Fairs this June 12 across participating SM malls nationwide.

This year’s Independence Day Job Fairs will go beyond traditional hiring by integrating digital upskilling and future-ready learning opportunities in partnership with DICT, TESDA, Jobstreet, and local government partners. Main event activities will be highlighted at SM City East Ortigas, featuring digital upskilling sessions and participation from Pasig City local government and various institutional partners.

Partnerships between government, industry, and private sector groups help create more accessible employment opportunities for Filipinos.

Applicants can also look forward to learning opportunities focused on AI, digital productivity, cybersecurity awareness, and workplace readiness—supporting not only immediate employment, but long-term career growth in today’s evolving workforce.

Participating malls for the June 12 SM Araw ng Kalayaan Job Fairs include:

1. SM Megamall

2. SM City Marikina

3. SM Center Sangandaan

4. SM City East Ortigas

5. SM City San Lazaro

6. SM Center Las Piñas

7. SM City Sucat

8. SM City Rosales

9. SM City Laoag

10. SM City Tuguegarao

11. SM City Bataan

12. SM City Telabastagan

13. SM City San Jose Del Monte

14. SM City Dasmariñas

15. SM City Legazpi

16. SM City Bacolod

17. SM Seaside City Cebu

18. SM CDO Downtown Premier

19. SM City Davao

20. SM City General Santos

Additional SM Job Fairs and industry-focused hiring events will also continue throughout June in select SM malls nationwide, further strengthening SM Supermalls’ commitment to helping Filipinos access jobs, skills, and new opportunities closer to their communities.

1. June 3 - SM City Tuguegarao​

2. June 7 - SMX Davao - SM Lanang Premier (Tourism & Hospitality)​

3. June 9 - SM City Baliwag​

4. June 9 - SM City Davao (ICT companies)​

5. June 11 - SM City Valenzuela​

6. June 11 - SM City Bacoor​

7. June 11 - SM City San Mateo​

8. June 11 - SM City Iloilo​

9. June 16 - 17 - SM City Novaliches​

10. June 16 - 17 - SM City Iloilo (ICT companies)​

11. June 17 - SM City Calamba​

12. June 18 - SM City Bacolod​

13. June 18 - SM City Daet​

14. June 25 - SM City Trece Martires​

15. June 27 - SM City Bataan (Trabaho at Negosyo)​

16. June 30 - SM Center Muntinlupa

At SM, opportunities go beyond employment—empowering more Filipinos to move forward through jobs, skills, and brighter possibilities for the future.

Schedules and participating malls are subject to change without prior notice. For updates and the latest list of participating malls, visit the SM Supermalls Job Fair Page or follow SM Supermalls’ official social media pages.

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