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Public invited to Marion Campus Job and Internship Fair

(Marion, OH) Members of the public are invited to attend the Annual Marion Campus Job and Internship Fair on Wednesday, April 10 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the Alber Student Center on the Marion campus. Hundreds of job seekers will connect with dozens of companies who are ready to hire. Marion Technical College, The Ohio State University at Marion, Ohio Means Jobs - Marion County and Tri-Rivers Career Center partner to host this event.

Job seekers and employers can sign up at https://bit.ly/MarionJobFair2024. Companies attending are leaders in health care,  business, manufacturing, public safety and more. It is free to post a resume and browse employers. Free professional headshots for LinkedIn will also be available.

“The Marion Campus Job & Internship Fair is a great opportunity for those seeking their first, next or better career path.  This event is also an outstanding showcase of the many innovative and thriving businesses we have in the Marion area,” said Roxane Somerlot with Ohio Means Jobs – Marion County.

“We are excited for this annual event and look forward to having many area employers participate. It’s a great opportunity for our students to network, build connections and learn about job opportunities in numerous areas,” said Jane Arnold, coordinator of career services at The Ohio State University at Marion.

In a tight labor market, hiring is crucial. Employers meet with hundreds of potential employees in one stop. Companies can register at https://bit.ly/MarionJobFair2024.

“We work to prepare our students for in-demand careers!” said Kristi Butler, Director of Career Services for Marion Technical College. “Come to find students in engineering, nursing, business and other fields who are ready with the skills employers want.”

This is a great opportunity for our students, especially those who are graduating this spring, to see local job opportunities, network and interview!” said Ellen Messenger, director of communications for Tri-Rivers.

While meeting with employers can be intimidating, free help is available. Ohio Means Jobs – Marion County will help any member of the public update a resume, prepare for an interview and more. Resources may be available for vouchers for professional clothing. Those ready to put their best foot forward can contact OMJ at (740) 382-0076 or visit 622 Leader St. in the center door.

College and high school students can turn to their schools for free help with all of their needs, including finding professional clothing for an interview.