MERIDIAN, Idaho — Looking for the right job opportunity or perhaps you are heading down a new career path because of the pandemic.
The Idaho Job and Career hopes to match job seekers with prospective employers.
The event is being held from 3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Galaxy Event Center in Wahooz at 1385 S. Blue Marlin Lane in Meridian.
There will be opportunities to connect in-person with representatives from 30 companies from a diverse group of industries seeking to fill a wide variety of jobs.
Employers will be recruiting for full-time and part-time positions in finance, warehouse, customer service, law enforcement, nursing, caregiving, information technology, administration, manufacturing, sales, education, social services, medical support, communications, hospitality, retail, and more.
Companies have multiple positions available to fill permanent, temporary, work from home, in-office, agency owners, and flexible work schedules.
First-time job seekers and all experience levels are welcome to attend this free job fair.
IBL Events is collaborating with the Galaxy Event Center to follow all necessary guidelines and precautions for this job fair. Masks and temperature checks are required and social distancing measures will be in effect to ensure a safe and comfortable environment for all to connect.
Participants should bring plenty of resumes and dress for success.
Register for in advance at www.IdahoCareerFair.com for a contact-less registration and to stay up-to-date on participating companies.
Caldwell drive-thru job fair
In Caldwell, the Idaho Department of Labor is holding a drive-thru job fair on Tuesday, Nov. 17.
It runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event will be held in the office parking lot at 4514 Thomas Jefferson Street.
Employers participating are Select Staffing, St. Luke's, Amazon, Sorrento Lactalis and ZoRoCo Packaging. The businesses combined have more than 1,000 job openings to fill in positions such as housekeepers, cashiers, IT support, customer service, production operators, delivery drivers and more.
Participants should follow these tips for a successful experience:
• Follow CDC guidelines for social distancing and wear a mask.
• Remain in your vehicle at all times.
• Follow traffic flow and wait your turn.
• Review employer websites and familiarize yourself with their job openings before the event.
• Bring copies of your resume.
"We are excited to provide this unique way for job seekers to meet with employers to learn about all of the great opportunities in our community," said Lisa Anzaldua, workforce consultant in the Caldwell office.
More detailed information about these job openings and others can be found at IdahoWorks.gov.