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Hillsborough College’s Career Resource Center is hosting two job fairs this fall aimed at connecting local job seekers with employers. The events are free and open to the public, allowing attendees to interact with various hiring managers. Hillsborough College students can access detailed information through Handshake, while the public can register via personal emails. Additionally, the college participates in community support initiatives and workshops, enhancing job readiness and skills development for local youth.
Tampa, Florida
Hillsborough College’s Career Resource Center is hosting two vital job fair events aimed at connecting job seekers with multiple local employers this fall. The first job fair will take place on Wednesday, October 8, followed by a second event on Wednesday, November 19. Both fairs will run from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will be held at the Dale Mabry Campus Quad, located at 4001 W Tampa Bay Blvd, Tampa.
These events are free and open to the public, allowing attendees to interact with hiring managers from notable employers such as Clearwater Marine Aquarium, Concentrix, Florida Department of Transportation, ID.me, Kelly Services, Orlando Health, and Tampa General Hospital, among others that are yet to be confirmed. This initiative serves both Hillsborough College students and the wider community, aiming to ease the employment search process for local job seekers.
Hillsborough College students can access detailed information about these job fair events through the career platform Handshake by logging in with their Hawkmail accounts. Members of the general public can similarly register using personal email addresses. For further details or inquiries, the Dale Mabry Campus Career Resource Center can be contacted via email at [email protected] or by phone at 813-253-7310.
Community Engagement and Support Initiatives
In addition to the job fairs, Hillsborough College has been actively involved in community support initiatives. Notably, the Hillsborough County Tax Collector’s Office recently conducted an extensive school supply drive in July, successfully collecting 34,221 supplies for local students. This drive was supported by both tax collector employees and community members, with the collected supplies distributed through the Hillsborough Education Foundation’s Teaching Tools Store. The initiative aims to equip teachers and students with essential educational resources, reflecting the college’s commitment to local community well-being.
Workshops and Skill Development
Furthermore, a situational awareness workshop will be conducted by Ballistic Dynamics on Saturday, October 18, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon in Ruskin. This three-hour class is designed to enhance threat recognition skills and will cover valuable skills applicable to everyone, regardless of whether they carry firearms. The workshop will include a hands-on practical application exercise. The registration fee is set at $60, and reservations are required, with registration available on the Ballistic Dynamics website.
The Future Career Academy’s Role
The Future Career Academy (FCA), established in 2015 by Yvonne Fry, plays a significant role in connecting students with sustainable job opportunities. Aimed mainly at non-college bound students, FCA fosters relationships between Hillsborough County Public Schools and local businesses. The academy holds various hiring events, including the Future Fair in April, which saw participation from over 50 companies and attracted around 300 seniors and 150 adults seeking employment.
FCA focuses on essential career skills development, including resume writing and interview techniques. Its 2023 initiatives are designed to broaden job opportunities for local youth, with ongoing collaborations with local schools to enhance job readiness. The academy is also planning to extend its programming into neighboring counties, such as Pinellas, Pasco, and Polk, by the 2023-24 school year, reflecting a proactive approach to supporting youth employment in the region.
Hillsborough College serves more than 46,000 students annually across its five campuses within the Tampa Bay area. As these job fairs and community initiatives unfold, Hillsborough College continues to demonstrate its commitment to supporting both students and the wider community in their quest for employment and educational opportunities.
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- Plant City Observer: Future Career Academy Holds Hiring Event
- Google Search: Job Fairs in Florida
- 352 Today: Land Your First Job at the Youth Job Fair
- Wikipedia: Job Fair
- 83 Degrees Media: New Career Academy Connects Students and Adults to Job Openings
- Google News: Job Opportunities for Students
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