Marion Technical College, The Ohio State University at Marion, Ohio Means Jobs – Marion County, and iHeartMedia, Inc. have again teamed up to host the 12th Annual Marion Campus Job, Internship & Education Fair in the George H. Alber Student Center Gymnasium, Thursday, February 19th, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
As in previous years, the event is free and open to the public, however event partners are placing an even greater emphasis on student participation this time around, specifically the benefit of internships.
Businesses and organizations from industry, healthcare, education, and a multitude of other fields will be represented. Those planning to attend are encouraged to bring copies of their professional resume & cover letter, and dress for success, with the potential of interviewing the day of the event.
As of this point, organizers anticipate over 60 participants, ranging from organizations with plans to hire on the spot, to others looking to make career connections with potential attendees, and some, such as educational institutions, that are in attendance to help those at the fair gain needed experience and build a stronger resume to begin the career of their choice.
Organizers said that businesses and organizations can benefit greatly from participating in this annual event by gaining access to a highly qualified pool of applicants, with varied experiences and educational backgrounds.
“This event is a prime time to showcase what is special about your organization,” explained Marion Technical College Dean of Enrollment Services, Joel Liles. “This isn’t just about hiring,” he added. “This is about marketing, making connections, and getting your company’s name in the minds of local consumers.”
According to Ohio Means Jobs – Marion, Administrator, Ronald Meade, “This is a great opportunity for our business community and job seekers to connect and grow our local workforce.”
Coordinator of Career Services at Ohio State Marion, Will Smith believes in addition to the opportunity for both college students and community members to connect with area employers, this is about networking.
“Sometimes it’s not what you know, it’s who you know,” Smith said paraphrasing the old adage. “This event offers the opportunity to do exactly that…to meet people who can impact your career and future connections,” he added.
If you are a business or organization that would like more information on participating in the Marion Campus Job, Internship & Education Fair please contact Will Smith at 740-725-6344 or email: smith.4818@osu.edu. The fee for those participating is $25, due at the time of online registration. Deadline for registration is Friday, February 13th, 2015.
To register and for online payment visit go.osu.edu/marionjobs. You will be forwarded to the College Central Network website for registration through this link.
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