Rep. Johnson to hold 2009 Career Expo
Federal, local agencies, businesses with job openings will be featured
May 13, 2009
WASHINGTON -- Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) is holding his 2009 Career Expo, a re-entering the workforce job fair on Thursday, May 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at DeKalb Technical College in Clarkston.
More than 35 representatives from federal and local agencies and private industry will be filling hundreds of available positions. There will also be counselors on hand to help with résumé writing, tips on how to start a small business and how to do business with local governments.
“Because of the continuing recession, many residents I’ve spoken with recently have either lost their jobs, have a family member who lost his or her job or know someone who is out of work,” said Johnson. “While Recovery Act funds flowing into the District will provide some relief, I’ve decided to hold my 2009 Career Expo as soon as possible.”
Some indicators show encouraging signs that the economy is beginning to turn around, but Johnson said now is not the time to sit idly by while residents of his District are struggling.
Some participating agencies include – but are not limited to – AT&T, Gwinnett County Police Department, the Department of Homeland Security, EPA, DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office, U.S. Census Bureau, IRS, Veterans Affairs, FAA, Primerico Conyers and DeKalb Workforce Development.
A CLOSER LOOK
Learn About:
Job openings from employers
How to write résumés
How to do business with local governments
What to expect:
Federal, local agencies hiring for job openings, including police officer posts
Counselors on hand for résumé writing 101
How to prepare for an interview
What to bring: If you or someone you know needs to find a job or launch a career.
Dress for success
Multiple copies of your résumé
A good attitude
Listening skills
More information, call 770-987-2291.
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