Chicago Park District Hosts Teen Job Fair at Soldier Field, Sat., Dec. 19

The city will host a teen job fair this Saturday, Dec. 19, at Soldier Field, 1410 Museum Campus Drive, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The teen job fair is a collaboration of the Chicago Park District the One Summer Chicago Jobs program.

Tailored for youth ages 14-18, the job fair is aimed at connecting teens to future employment opportunities, as well as preparing them for success in interviews and application processes. Activities will include resume workshops, networking, mock interviews and more. Participants should be dressed in business casual attire and bring resumes. Teens can register here.

One highlight of the event is the “Career Ready Fashion Show,” offering viewers the dos and don’ts of work attire. It will be moderated by Chicago radio personality Kendra G. of WGCI. Other attractions also include a parent workshop session, giveaways and raffles. Event partners include City of Chicago’s Department of Family and Support Services, City Colleges of Chicago, True Star Magazine, Coca Cola and more.

“As one of the leading providers of summer employment for youth, we feel compelled to offer the opportunity to give young people access to the tools needed for career success,” said Michael P. Kelly, Superintendent and CEO of the Chicago Park District.

Entrance to the venue is accessible through Gate #6, located on the east side of the Stadium (Gate #14 ADA Accessible). The event will be held in the Stadium Club Room. Free parking is available in the Waldron Lot, located south of the stadium.

The Chicago Park District’s 2014 Teen Success Fair was a precursor to this year’s event, and attracted 750 teens.

Launched in 2011, One Summer Chicago is a citywide jobs program designed to keep youth safe and engaged during the summer while providing valuable job training and work experience.

For more information please call 312-742-7529, follow @TeensInThePark on Twitter, or visit the Chicago Park District.