40 Employers, 1,000 Jobseekers Expected at Danbury Career Fair Sept. 19

An announcement from the Connecticut Department of Labor:

The Connecticut Department of Labor’s fall career fair series kicks off on September 19 with an event taking place at the Ethan Allen Hotel, located at 21 Lake Avenue Extension in Danbury.

Co-sponsored by the Connecticut Department of Labor, the Danbury Chamber of Commerce, Town Square Media and the city of Danbury, the event will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the hotel’s ballroom.

“The Danbury Career Fair is the traditional start of our fall series, typically attracting more than 40 employers and 1,000 jobseekers,” explains State Labor Commissioner Sharon M. Palmer. “For employers, the event offers an effective, time-saving strategy for meeting hundreds of talented candidates. Jobseekers will find that whether they’re seeking an entry-level job or hoping to move up the career ladder, this fair offers a wide range of potential employment opportunities.”

Certified Professional Résumé Writers from the Department of Labor will be present throughout the day to critique résumés to help ensure jobseeker skills and accomplishments are maximized. DOL employees will also conduct LinkedIn profile critiques, including content recommendation, formatting suggestions, headline creation, and photo options.

There is no fee for jobseekers to attend and parking is convenient and free. Employer registration, at $425, provides exhibitors with a skirted table, listing in the event’s program guide, and extensive event advertising through radio, Internet and newspapers, plus outreach via the American Job Centers, electronic newsletters and community partners.

Additional information regarding the Danbury Career Fair, including directions, a list of participating companies and employer registration details, can be found atwww.ctjobfairs.com, the Connecticut Department of Labor’s career fair web site.

Photo: New Haven Career Fair (from the CTJobFairs website)