Career Connections Event Prepares High School Students to Enter the Workforce
Salem, Ore., March 13, 2024 — Chemeketa Community College, in collaboration with Salem-Keizer Public Schools and Willamette Workforce Partnership, is pleased to announce the hosting of the annual Salem-Keizer Career Connections event on April 2, 2024, at the Building 7 Gym on the Chemeketa Salem campus from 8 am to 3 pm.
The Career Connections event is a mock interview initiative tailored for high school students, designed to provide a practical and immersive experience in preparation for their future careers. The collaboration aims to bridge the gap between education and the workforce by fostering meaningful interactions between high school students and dedicated volunteer interviewers.
“Career Connections is an amazing opportunity for Salem-Keizer high school students to network with potential employers, practice job readiness skills, and build their confidence as they prepare to enter the workforce,” says James McNicholas, Recruitment & Outreach Coordinator at Chemeketa.
Chemeketa’s commitment to education and community engagement aligns with the objectives of Salem-Keizer Public Schools and the Willamette Workforce Partnership. The event serves as a platform for high school students to hone essential job search and communication skills through simulated job interviews. The Career Connections event is anticipated to host a turnout of 800 high school students and 200 volunteer interviewers.
Chemeketa encourages members of the community, educators, and local businesses to support this initiative, contributing to the professional development and preparedness of the next-generation workforce. From Willamette Workforce Partnership, Kathy Moore can be contacted for additional information. Email: kmoore@willwp.org
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For more than 50 years, Chemeketa Community College has committed itself to transforming lives and our community through exceptional learning experiences in the Mid-Willamette Valley. As the second multi-campus district in Oregon, Chemeketa serves 30,000 students annually at its Salem and Yamhill Valley campuses, as well as Brooks, Eola, Winema, Dallas, Woodburn and Chemeketa Center for Business and Industry (CCBI).
Chemeketa Community College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and educational institution.
