TP in the Philippines drives opportunities forward at SM-NU 鈥淏ridges to Success鈥� Career Fair, marks first pit-stop for TP Modern Jeepney caravan
Date:
April 14, 2026
TP in the Philippines actively supports career fairs and job expos to provide career opportunities to jobseekers, ensuring positions are filled by deserving qualified applicants. In photo: TP鈥檚 Talent Acquisition representative Aura Manalo assists interested applicants during the NU Career fair held at the SMX Convention Center.
PASAY, Philippines, April 13, 2026- TP in the Philippines (formerly Teleperformance), a global leader in digital business services, strengthened its commitment to empowering future professionals through its active participation in the 鈥淏ridges to Success鈥� Career Fair, organized by the National University (NU) in partnership with SM Offices. The event, held at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay, gathered 3,500 graduating students from five NU campuses for a day of career exploration, learning, and engagement.
The career fair served as a dynamic platform connecting students to potential employers while equipping them with insights into navigating today鈥檚 competitive job market. The program featured a series of forums tackling the challenges of identifying and pursuing career paths, helping students better understand industry demands, and exploring opportunities in different industries.
NU HR Senior Director Lyle Dela Cerna and SM Offices VP and BU Head Alexis Ortiga formally welcomed attendees, emphasizing the importance of industry-academe collaboration in preparing graduates for the workforce. His message underscored the shared responsibility of educational institutions and corporate partners in bridging the gap between education and employment.
During the panel discussion segment called 鈥淔rom Campus to Career鈥�, the panelists from partner organizations, including TP in the Philippines, discussed the 鈥済olden rule鈥� for fresh graduates as they enter a career path.
TP鈥檚 Business Development Manager Deng Lopez and Recruitment Director Joan Gapol, second and third from left, join other speakers for the panel discussion on Campus to Career.
TP鈥檚 Business Development Manager Deng Lopez, said: 鈥淎 fresh graduate鈥檚 academic journey should never be discounted. Earning a degree is a significant achievement that deserves real weight in job interviews and provides a strong foundation for a first-time job seeker.鈥� On the other hand, TP Recruitment Director Joan Gapol highlighted that fresh graduates must change their mindsets as they start their career growth journey. 鈥淒o not think that you don鈥檛 have the experience because the moment that you started your internship journey, it counts as the experience that employers are looking for,鈥� Gapol emphasized.
TP鈥檚 talent and recruitment booth became a hub of activity, drawing in students eager to learn more about career opportunities within the organization. TP representatives engaged with attendees, providing information on roles across various fields and guiding them through the initial application process.
The TP Jeepney provided the venue for TP to interact with guests, practice interview sessions with students, and a podcast hub where NU representatives discussed the challenges and opportunities of graduates entering the work environment. In photo, from left, TP Director for External Relations Nash Frias, TP Business Development Manager and resident TP Podcast host Dream Batac, National University Director for Academic Internship and Placement Office Pinky Sta. Maria, NU Senior Director Alessa Shainne Hostalero, SM Offices鈥� Sheena Roxas, and TP Media Relations Manager Adrian Elumba.
A major highlight of TP鈥檚 participation was the debut rollout of TP鈥檚 iconic solar-powered, modern Jeepney, parked just outside the SMX Convention Center. The vibrant and interactive setup attracted a steady stream of students, who received tokens and prizes for registering and participating in fun on-site activities. The initiative created a festive and welcoming environment that encouraged more students to engage with the brand.
TP provided 1-on-1 practice interviews and interview skills assessment sessions, providing students and applicants with valuable hands-on experience of doing live interviews from TP鈥檚 recruitment professionals. Interested applicants received personalized tips and feedback from TP鈥檚 expert recruiters, helping them refine their communication skills and build confidence ahead of real-world job applications.
鈥淚 felt overwhelmed at first, but looking at the whole experience, I believe that this initiative is great since it made me experience real-life interview sessions that can help me build more confidence as I chase my own career path in the future,鈥� said Samantha Implementa, one of the students who availed the free session.
Another participant, Kate Ashley Sanchez, shared how for her 鈥渢he mock interview session was actually good and eye-opening. Although this is not the first time that I have had real job interviews, so during the session, it felt like I was learning something new again, especially on the way that I should handle job interviews in the near future.鈥�
The event also marked the first rollout of the TP Jeepney for its 2026 caravan, a roadshow initiative aimed at bringing career opportunities closer to students across the country.
鈥淲e hope to engage with more academe partners this year and showcase to graduates the opportunities of working in an advancing environment of the IT-BPM sector,鈥� said TP鈥檚 Vice President of Human Resources Rachel Cacabelos. TP plans to continue participating in career and job fairs in collaboration with academic institutions and government partners, reinforcing its mission to support Filipino talent and drive inclusive employment opportunities nationwide.
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ABOUT TP IN THE PHILIPPINES
Teleperformance in the Philippines is part of the , a global leader in digital business services which consistently seeks to blend the best of advanced technology with human empathy to deliver enhanced customer care that is simpler, faster, and safer for the world鈥檚 biggest brands and their customers. The Group鈥檚 comprehensive, AI-powered service portfolio ranges from front office customer care to back-office functions, including operations consulting and high-value digital transformation services. It also offers a range of specialized services such as collections, interpreting and localization, visa and consular services, and recruitment process outsourcing services. The teams of multilingual, inspired, and passionate experts and advisors, spread in close to 100 countries, as well as the Group鈥檚 local presence allows it to be a force of good in supporting communities, clients, and the environment.
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