Hundreds of Teens Attend City Summer Job Fair
Mar 19, 2007 - Human Resources, Mayor's Office, Youth Events
March 19, 2007 - Hundreds of teenagers are getting a head start on finding great summer jobs through the City of West Palm Beach Youth Summer Job Fair. The fair brought more than a dozen local employers together, including several City of West Palm Beach departments looking for summer workers. Gaines Park, future site of a Youth Empowerment Center, hosted the fair.
“Getting and holding down a good summer job is a great way for a teenager to learn responsibility, stay productive, and mature,” said City of West Palm Beach Mayor Lois J. Frankel. “This job fair is part of the City’s effort to reach out to our young people and help them along the path to responsible adulthood.”
The City’s Department of Human Resources helped organize the job fair. The fair was open to people of all ages, but primarily focused on young people looking for summer jobs. Teens were able to talk with prospective employers, fill out applications, and even interview for some positions on the spot.
The job fair also featured opportunities for teens who to improve their job search skills, including interviewing skills, proper attire for interviews, and more.
For Additional Information:
West Palm Beach Public Information Officer @
(561) 822-1433 / 822-1411 or webpio@wpb.org
Mayor Frankel Helps Kickoff Citys First Youth Job Fair
Mar 16, 2007 - Human Resources, Mayor's Office, Youth Events
03/16/07 - City of West Palm Beach Mayor Lois J. Frankel will help kickoff the City’s first ever Youth Summer Job Fair on Monday, March 19, 2007 at 10:00 A.M. at Gaines Park in West Palm Beach.
The job fair is open to people of all ages, but primarily focuses on teens looking for summer jobs. More than a dozen local employers will be on hand, including City of West Palm Beach Human Resources officials. Hundreds of teens are expected to attend.
The job fair is part of the City’s effort to keep young people away from crime and on the path to responsible adulthood.
For Additional Information:
West Palm Beach Public Information Officer @
(561) 822-1433 / 822-1411 or webpio@wpb.org
City Helping Teens Get Summer Jobs
Mar 15, 2007 - Human Resources
03/15/07 - Teenagers wanting to get a head start on tracking down a summer job can meet with employers, get career advice, and much more at the first-ever City of West Palm Beach Youth Summer Job Fair on Monday, March 19, 2007 from 9:30 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. at Gaines Park.
Interested job seekers will be able to speak with more than a dozen local employers, fill out applications, and even interview on the spot for some available positions. The job fair is part of the City’s commitment to helping young people get the help they need to avoid crime and stay on the path to responsible adulthood.
Palm Beach County schools are not in session on Monday, March 19, 2007, due to a teacher work day.
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West Palm Beach Public Information Officer @
(561) 822-1433 / 822-1411 or webpio@wpb.org
World-Famous Rockettes to KICK OFF Clematis by Night
Mar 14, 2007 - Clematis By Night, Community Events
New Wet Playgound to Keep Kids Cool
Mar 02, 2007 - Community Events, Mayor's Office, Parks and Recreation
03/02/07 - City of West Palm Beach Mayor Lois J. Frankel will join City leaders, neighbors, and friends in dedicating a new wet playground at a ribbon cutting on Monday, March 5, 2007 at 3:30 P.M. at the Coleman Park Community Center at 1116 21st Street.
The new wet playground will provide a great, safe place for kids to play and cool off during hot Florida days. The playground includes shade areas and interactive fountains. Coleman Park is also home to two new pavilions for picnics and party rentals.
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West Palm Beach Public Information Officer @
(561) 822-1433 / 822-1411 or webpio@wpb.org