Job Fair Brings Companies and Job Candidates Together

Thursday, January 17th at the Anderson Building in Emporia, Kansas from 1:00PM to 4:00PM

Southeast KANSASWORKS will host the “NEW YEAR, NEW CAREER” job fair being held on Thursday, January 17th at the Anderson Building on the Lyon County Fairgrounds in Emporia, Kansas. Nearly 40 employers have scheduled to attend the event will have current job openings available ranging from entry-level positions to skilled, professional positions.

Veterans and spouses of military members are encouraged to attend and will be identified as affiliated with the military. Many employers are seeking to employ military personnel in their business.

Potential job applicants are encouraged to visit their local American Job Center office in Emporia to prepare for the job fair in advance. Job Center staff will assist individuals in resume preparation and review, interviewing skills and tips on how to “work the room” at a job fair. There is no cost for these services and advance contact with the job center is not required to attend the job fair.

Some employers may conduct first-round interviews during the job fair, applicants should arrive with a supply of current resumes, be dressed professionally and ready to interview.

Several area food trucks will be onsite during the event as well.

Businesses that would like to sign up for this event can RSVP at www.sekworks.org/rsvp

If you have questions about the event or need assistance in preparing for the event, contact the American Job Center location in Emporia, Kansas at (620) 342-3355 or stop by the office.

Below is the list of attending businesses with more added daily!