Edinburg EDC, Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library to Host Community Job Fair April 16
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Staff Report
EDINBURG, Texas — The Edinburg Economic Development Corporation, in partnership with Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library, will host a Community Job Fair from 9:30 a.m. to noon Thursday, April 16, at the library located at 1906 S. Closner Blvd.
Organizers state the event will bring together more than 37 employers, providing job seekers opportunities to explore openings, connect with hiring representatives and submit resumes.
Participating Employers
Employers scheduled to participate include Bert Ogden Nissan, TTEC, KFI Staffing, Walmart, Hidalgo County, U.S. Border Patrol, Harlingen Medical Center, Knapp Medical Center, Mission Regional Medical Center, Regency Integrated Health Services, Texas Department of Criminal Justice, City of Edinburg, AARP Foundation, Dollar Tree, El Tigre Food Stores, Burger King, Juniors Super Market and Teleperformance.
Additional participating employers include Edinburg Vision Center, McAllen Career Institute, Summit BHC Palms Behavioral Health, Spherion Staffing & Recruiting, Region One Education Service Center Sub Hub, Region One Education Service Center HR, Royal Freight, Fewell Professional Staffing, Southern Careers Institute, Workforce Solutions, Readymen Staffing, Church’s Chicken, North Alamo Water Supply Corporation, ACG Secure Insurance Group and The Valleys Market Place.
Organizers state the job fair aims to connect residents with employment opportunities across healthcare, education, government, retail, logistics and professional services sectors.
Event Opportunities
The Community Job Fair is designed to provide job seekers direct access to hiring representatives and information about available positions. Attendees are encouraged to bring resumes and be prepared to speak with recruiters about qualifications and career interests.
Interview Preparation Tips
Workforce professionals recommend job seekers prepare in advance to make a positive impression during hiring events. Suggested preparation steps include bringing multiple copies of a current resume, dressing in professional attire and researching employers attending the event.
Applicants are also encouraged to practice introducing themselves, highlighting relevant skills and experience, and preparing questions about available positions. Maintaining eye contact, demonstrating professionalism and following up with employers after the event may also support successful job search outcomes.
Event Details
The Community Job Fair will take place at Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library, 1906 S. Closner Blvd. in Edinburg. Additional information is available through the library’s Reference Department.
Source – Edinburg Economic Development Corporation / Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library