2024 Vanguard Career Fair

Your bridge to exciting career opportunities and top talent

Rec Center | April 5, 2024 | 8am

Unlock Your Future

Bringing together innovative companies and talented professionals, the Vanguard Career Fair 2024 is the premier event for networking, career development, and industry insights. Whether you’re looking to make your next career move or to find your next star employee, this is where you want to be.

Agenda

8:00 AM - 8:10 AM

Check In at Vanguard

8:10 AM - 9:00 AM

Keynote Speaker at Vanguard

9:00 AM - 11:20 AM

7th - 9th Grade Attend Career Fair at Exhibit Hall

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

10th - 12th Grade Breakout Sessions at Vanguard

11:40 AM - 2:30 PM

10th - 12th Grade Attend Career Fair at Exhibit Hall

12:10 PM - 3:00 PM

7th - 9th Grade Breakout Sessions at Vanguard

11:00 AM - 12:50 PM

Lunch for Students at Vanguard

Students: Opportunity Awaits

Discover Diverse Career Paths

Dive into the myriad of career opportunities that await you in tech, healthcare, finance, and more. Our career fair is a gateway to understanding the diverse paths your future could take, offering insights directly from industry leaders and pioneers.

Network with Industry Professionals

Networking isn’t just about exchanging business cards; it’s about creating meaningful relationships that can offer guidance, mentorship, and opportunities. Meet professionals who've been where you are and can help chart the course to where you want to be.

Find Internships and Job Opportunities

Whether you’re looking for an internship to kickstart your career or a job that matches your newly acquired skills, companies at our fair are eager to meet candidates like you. Bring your resume, your aspirations, and find your fit.

Personalized advice to steer your career in the right direction.

Take advantage of one-on-one sessions with career advisors who can provide feedback on your resume, discuss your career interests, and suggest strategies to achieve your goals. It’s personalized guidance tailored just for you.

Get Resume and Career Advice

Take advantage of one-on-one sessions with career advisors who can provide feedback on your resume, discuss your career interests, and suggest strategies to achieve your goals. It’s personalized guidance tailored just for you.

Experience the Energy of Like-minded Peers

The career fair is more than an event; it’s a community experience. Surround yourself with peers who share your ambition, curiosity, and drive. Together, you can inspire and motivate each other to reach new heights.

Industry Partners

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Businesses: Transform Your Talent Acquisition

Empower your recruitment strategy and take part in shaping the future of your industry by joining us at the Vanguard Career Fair 2024. Secure your booth today and start connecting with the talent that will drive your company’s success into the future.

Meet the brightest minds ready to join your team.

Our career fair is a bustling hub of ambitious students and recent graduates from diverse fields, all eager to start their professional journeys. Discover candidates who not only meet your requirements but are also eager to bring fresh ideas and energy to your company.

Enhance Your Brand Visibility

Participating in the Vanguard Career Fair 2024 offers unparalleled exposure to your organization, allowing you to stand out in a competitive market. Elevate your brand among potential candidates and industry peers by showcasing your culture, values, and vision for the future.

Network with industry professionals and future leaders.

Beyond recruitment, the career fair is an excellent platform for networking with other businesses and professionals. It’s an opportunity to forge partnerships, share insights, and stay abreast of industry trends and innovations.

Demonstrate your leadership and commitment to nurturing talent.

By participating, you signal your company’s commitment to discovering and nurturing emerging talent. Use this platform to highlight your leadership within your industry and your innovative approach to solving tomorrow’s challenges.

Gain Competitive Insights

The career fair is not just about meeting potential candidates; it’s also a gathering of industry innovators and thought leaders. Gain valuable insights into the latest trends, technologies, and strategies driving your industry forward.

Direct Engagement with Your Future Workforce

There’s no substitute for direct engagement. Meeting candidates face-to-face allows for a deeper understanding of their skills, personality, and potential fit with your organization, ensuring you invest in the right talent.

FAQs

  • You can set up 6:30 pm the night before (April 4, 2024)

  • Contact Kathryn Johnson for a calendar of events and best times to join our student academy classes.

  • 350 high school students. 200 junior high students.

  • We ask every industry partner to bring copies of academic/career pathways to distribute to our students to make them aware of what it takes to obtain a position within your company. You are also welcome to distribute company swag, prizes, giveaway items, etc.