Southwestern gears up for annual Career and Job Expo

Southwestern Oregon Community College will be hosting its annual Career and Job Expo from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, April 16, at the Rec Center on the Coos Bay campus.

The event – one of the biggest career fairs on the coast – is an opportunity for job seekers and those preparing to enter the workforce to see the types of employment available and learn about the skills employers are seeking. Speakers will provide information on myriad topics relating to careers, and those interested should be prepared for possible job interviews.

Around 60 organizations will be on hand for this year’s event, representing local, regional and national employment opportunities. Those interested in learning more about potential careers, as well as active job seekers, can benefit from this event.

To get the most out of the Career and Job Expo, participants should dress in standard business attire; bring several résumés; be confident; use solid communication skills; be polite and enthusiastic; greet each employer with a firm handshake; ask knowledgeable questions; be prepared to answer questions; get business cards of company representatives; use good eye contact; and inquire how to follow up.

For more information or to reserve a space and participate, those interested can contact Catherine Hockman at 888-7408.

• Career & Job Expo 2008 Exhibitor’s List
• Career Job Expo Poster

Press Release Date: April 07, 2008