The Town of Vernon in partnership with the Tolland County Chamber of Commerce and Capital Workforce Partners, is hosting the North Central Connecticut Job Fair, an event that will bring together public and private employers from across the region and people seeking jobs.
The job fair is scheduled for 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 25 at Vernon Center Middle School, 777 Hartford Turnpike, Vernon. All are welcome.
Dozens of businesses from throughout the region have signed up, and more are welcome. The deadline to sign up is Sept. 8. You can sign up here: https://capitalworkforce.org/vernon-job-fair/
“The job fair is a great opportunity to bring together private and public employers from our region and people seeking jobs,” Vernon Mayor Dan Champagne said. “If you’re looking for a job or have positions available, we hope you’ll attend.”
Job seekers can meet with employers and sign up to have their resumes reviewed by American Job Center professionals. There will also be information about job training programs and supportive services.
“This job fair is a powerful example of what happens when communities come together to support economic opportunity,” said Alex Johnson, president and CEO of Capital Workforce Partners. “We are proud to help connect local talent with employers who are ready to invest in the future of our region in collaboration with the Town of Vernon and the Tolland County Chamber of Commerce.”
A variety of organizations seeking employees have signed up so far. They include the Vernon Public Schools, the Town of Vernon, the Hartford Police Department, United Parcel Service, FedEx and the U.S. Postal Service.
“By participating in our local job fair, we’re not only supporting the growth of our local businesses, but also opening doors of opportunity for job seekers in our community,” said Melissa Smith, executive director of the Tolland County Chamber of Commerce. “It’s a powerful way to connect talent with employers and strengthen the future of our local economy."
For more information or to sign up for the job fair, either an employer or a job seeking, please visit: https://capitalworkforce.org/vernon-job-fair/