In 2025, SM recycled 6.6 million cubic meters, or roughly 6.6 billion liters of water – an amount that is equivalent to nearly a thousand times the water consumption of Metro Manila daily.
SM Supermalls in collaboration with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) strengthened their long-standing partnership to once again transform malls into venues of opportunity, hope, and new beginnings through the nationwide Araw ng Kalayaan Job Fairs mounted across 20 SM malls nationwide, bringing together over 800 employers and over 21,000 job seekers, with more than 1,900 hired on the spot—highlighting the continued impact of accessible, community-based employment initiatives that help Filipinos move forward.
As the nation celebrates the 128th Philippine Independence Day, SM Supermalls and the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) continue their long-standing partnership to bring meaningful employment opportunities closer to Filipinos.
This June 12, SM and DOLE will simultaneously mount Araw ng Kalayaan Job Fairs across 20 SM malls nationwide, bringing together employers, government agencies, and thousands of jobseekers in one of the country’s largest coordinated Independence Day hiring initiatives.
For decades, SM and DOLE have worked hand in hand to make jobs more accessible to communities nationwide. The strength of this partnership was evident during the Labor Day Job Fairs last May 1, when DOLE organized simultaneous job fairs in 15 SM venues, supporting more than 17,000 jobseekers and resulting in over 1,000 hired-on-the-spot (HOTS).
The momentum continues in 2026. From January to May alone, the SM-DOLE partnership has already mounted 66 job fairs, served more than 57,000 jobseekers, which led to over 6,000 hired-on-the-spot, helping thousands of Filipinos take meaningful steps toward employment.
Jobs Today, Skills for Tomorrow
Beyond hiring, this year’s Araw ng Kalayaan Job Fairs will also feature upskilling opportunities in partnership with DICT, TESDA, Jobstreet, and industry partners. Job seekers can explore learning opportunities in AI, cybersecurity, digital marketing, data analytics, virtual assistance, and other in-demand skills designed to improve employability and prepare them for the future of work.
Real Opportunities. Real Stories.
Behind every successful job fair are stories of hope and transformation.
One hired-on-the-spot applicant shared, “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.”
Another successful applicant said, “Ngayon natanggap na po ako sa Hypermarket, magiipon lang po, para ‘pag nakaipon na po pwede na po ulit makapag-aral.”
For SM Supermalls, the impact goes beyond filling vacancies. “Through our Job Fairs, we create access to jobs, skills, and brighter futures. Every applicant hired and every opportunity created reflects our commitment to helping Filipinos move forward,” SM Executive Vice President Joaquin San Agustin shared.
More Than a Job Fair
The Independence Day Job Fairs are designed as a one-stop employment hub. Beyond job opportunities, applicants can access government support services from NBI, SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, DOLE and PESO offices, and other partner agencies, helping streamline employment requirements and make the application process faster and more convenient.
Jobseekers are encouraged to bring multiple copies of their resume, valid IDs, a ballpen, and relevant credentials. Many participating employers will conduct on-the-spot interviews and may offer immediate hiring opportunities.
Find the Nearest June 12 – Araw ng Kalayaan Job Fairs near you:
- 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
More Opportunities Throughout June
The nationwide effort continues with 17 additional SM Job Fairs scheduled across the country throughout June, including special industry-focused and sector-specific hiring events.
- 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
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.
Whether you are a fresh graduate, graduating student, first-time job seeker, career shifter, or experienced professional, there is an opportunity waiting for you.
A Continuing Partnership for Nation-Building
This Independence Day, SM and DOLE continue with their shared mission: creating opportunities, developing skills, and helping more Filipinos build better futures. More than matching jobs with talent, the partnership empowers people to support their families, strengthen their communities, and contribute to national progress. Together, SM and DOLE continue to prove that when the public and private sectors work hand in hand, opportunities grow, communities thrive, and the nation moves forward.
Visit the nearest SM Job Fair this June and take the next step toward your career journey.
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.
“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.
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.
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
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The Bulawan Trade Fair is officially in full swing at SM City Bacolod, drawing shoppers, creatives, and supporters of local craftsmanship into a vibrant showcase of Negrense artistry, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Following a successful opening day turnout, the three-day fair continues to spotlight proudly local products and meaningful stories from MSMEs across Negros Occidental — proving why this event deserves a spot on everyone’s weekend plans.
SM Supermalls, in partnership with the City Government of San Pedro and key national government agencies, officially inaugurated the Government Service Express (GSE) at SM Center San Pedro on May 25, 2026—further expanding access to essential public services through a convenient, one-stop hub within the mall.
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