Welcome Back to School! At the Chamber, we’re excited to go back to our schools to discuss the VenangoREADY & ForestREADY designation with educators and students. We’re eager to continue connecting educators and employers to create great career experiences for students. Wishing all our local students and educators a wonderful year! Pictured right: Gina from 4YCC Welcomes Students Back to School.
Why Businesses Should Join School Career Events
As we start to see career events pop up on school calendars, here are some key points to remember. In today’s competitive job market, connecting with future talent is key! Participating in school career events offers long-term benefits, even if you’re not hiring right now.
• Brand Awareness: Showcase your company’s values and culture to students, leaving a lasting impression and building a stronger talent pool for the future.
• Foster Future Talent: Create a pipeline by engaging with students through internships, co-ops, or mentorships that could lead to full-time roles.
• Gain Market Insights: Stay updated on trends and in demand skills by listening to young professionals, adapting recruitment strategies accordingly.
• Enhance Community Relations: Show your commitment to community development and strengthen local connections.
• Encourage Diversity & Inclusion: Promote a diverse recruitment approach by engaging with students from varied backgrounds.
• Support Education: Support schools to prepare students with the skills they need for the workforce.
Investing in these interactions leads to long-term success and a ready workforce!
Pictured: Chad Ellis from Rossbacher Insurance mock interviewing a student at the RGHS Search & Work event. Arien Morgan and Renée Thompson from Grand Valley Manufacturing participated in the VTC Student Employment Event.
Get Involved in Career Events
November 7, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
RGHS: College & Career Fair
• Contact Beth Proper, bproper@staff.vgsd.org
November 7, 12 – 3 p.m. & November 8, 8 – 11 a.m.
CHS: Mock Interviews
• Contact Heather Motter, hmotter@cranberrysd.org
To learn more about the Chamber’s involvement in education, join our email list at: www.venangoready.org or view the education page at: venangochamber.org/education
This article was published in the Venango Chamber’s September 2024 VenangoWorks! Newsletter.