Area residents searching for a new job or exploring a different career path will have two opportunities to connect with employers and colleges next month at Southwestern Community College.
SCC’s Career Services will host a Healthcare Job Fair from 1 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12, followed by a Spring Job and Transfer Fair from 1 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 26. Both events will be held in the Burrell Building on SCC’s Jackson Campus in Sylva.
The Feb. 12 healthcare fair is designed for job-seekers interested in medical and health-related careers. SCC officials said attendees can meet with area healthcare providers about current job openings, and representatives from the college’s Health Sciences division will be available to discuss training options across 17 career fields.
Two weeks later, the Feb. 26 event will combine hiring and college transfer resources in partnership with SCC’s Undergraduate Transfer Advising Center (UTAC). SCC said employers from multiple sectors will be on site recruiting for a wide range of positions, including full-time professional roles, part-time and seasonal work, internships and more. The fair will also include representatives from colleges and universities for those interested in transferring.
UTAC Coordinator Vicki Todd said at least 15 colleges and universities from across the region are expected to participate, offering a chance for students and community members to learn about programs and pathways.
Both fairs are open to SCC alumni and the public, including local high school students looking for part-time, seasonal or summer jobs.
SCC’s Director of Career Services, Michael Despeaux, encouraged attendees to view the events as more than just hiring fairs, noting they can also help participants learn how education connects to careers and build professional networks.
Job-seekers are encouraged to dress professionally and bring a resume.
For more information, contact Michael Despeaux at 828-339-4212 or m_despeaux@southwesterncc.edu. For UTAC information, contact Vicki Todd at 828-339-4266 or v_todd@SouthwesternCC.edu
