This session equips CTE staff with strategies to build industry connections and create career opportunities for students.
Learn how our Career Center developed an Industry Partnership "Menu," offering varying levels of engagement—from minimal involvement to full partnership. In addition, our successful Hiring Fair model will also be outlined, where students participate in mini-job interviews with industry partners.
A step-by-step guide will cover planning, outreach, and execution, ensuring you can implement this initiative in your school. Attendees will leave with actionable strategies to: • Build industry partnerships tailored to business needs. • Implement a Hiring Fair that connects students to career opportunities. • Strengthen workforce readiness in CTE programs.
Join this session for practical insights and take-home tools to enhance your school’s career readiness efforts.