Two Block Party Job Fairs To Be Held In Racine

RACINE, WI – Two upcoming block party-style events feature not only music, food, and family-friendly entertainment, but a chance to interview for jobs and even get hired on the spot.

Racine County and its partners will host Job Fests on Aug. 17 at Knapp Elementary School, 2701 17th St., and Aug. 31 at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center, 1134 Dr. Martin Luther King Drive. Both events will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

The Job Fests feature companies from sectors including manufacturing, food products, CNC and nonprofit. Some employers will interview and hire instantly, while others will schedule an interview for a later date.

“These upcoming Job Fests are not your typical summer block parties – they offer a real opportunity for family-sustaining jobs,” said Melvin Hargrove, project manager for Racine County’s Uplift 900 employment initiative in a prepared statement. “The Job Fests have all the family-oriented fun of street festivals, as well as information residents need to access better- paying positions.”

In addition to employers and training positions, staff from Racine County Workforce Solutions will be available to provide information on county programs and resources such as driver’s license recovery, GED/high school diploma program and resume assistance. Job training providers will also be on hand.

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