LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — If your high school days are winding down and you’re already thinking ahead to finding a job, listen up.
Lake County Schools recently announced a community partnership to address the ongoing labor shortage and provide graduating seniors with career opportunities.
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LCS’ College and Career Readiness department said a series of job fairs are in the works for students.
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The events are scheduled for April, but students and employers can register now.
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Here are some “must knows” before you attend:
- Seniors attending the fair will be 18 years old by June 1
- Students will have had at least one Career and Technical Education (CTE) course during high school
- Students will come with resumes
- Interviews will be conducted “speed dating” style in ten-minute intervals
Job Fairs for various career fields are scheduled on the following dates:
- April 19: Agriculture and Horticulture
- April 20: A/V Technology, Office Administration, Education, Engineering, Finance, Health Science, Hospitality & Tourism, Manufacturing, Marketing, Logistics
- April 26: Construction
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All events run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Agriculture Extension Office located at 1951 Woodlea Road, Tavares 32778.
See map below for location of job fairs:
Seniors looking to register for a job fair, click here.
Employers looking to register, click here.
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