(Media release) Chattahoochee Technical College students, graduates, friends and family will have the opportunity to speak with more than 30 companies about fulltime, part-time, and seasonal opportunities. One of the largest such events in the area, the annual college career fair is scheduled to take place Tuesday, Oct. 26, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in building D of the North Metro campus in Acworth. Also on hand will be representatives from 11 colleges and universities for students and participants wanting to discuss educational opportunities.
"While many students and graduates experience frustration in their job search, we are offering an opportunity to bring together job seekers and employers under one roof," said CTC Career Services Coordinator Lucylle Shelton. "The area's top employers are coming together to recruit and hire qualified candidates from right here at Chattahoochee Technical College."
Ranging from well-known national corporations to leading local businesses, some of the hiring companies that have already registered to participate in the Fall 2010 Career Fair include: Berry Plastics, City of Marietta – Board of Lights and Water, CNN/Turner Broadcasting, BrightStar Healthcare, Edward Jones, Fastenal, First Data, Northwest Exterminating, Teachers R Us Staffing, Wachovia and many others.
Pre-registration by job seekers is not necessary for event, but Shelton says they should be prepare for career fair as they do any job interview. Business dress, resumes and professional demeanor are required of anyone wanting to interview and network for a job.
"Job seekers should bring plenty of copies of their resume and dress for success," said Shelton, who has been teaching job search skills through workshops at many of the college's seven campuses. "They should have a focused message about what they have to offer and what they are looking for in terms of a job."
For more information on Chattahoochee Technical College, call 770-528-4545 or visit
www.ChattahoocheeTech.edu.
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