Job seekers, connect directly with employers as UMA hosts its fourth annual Job & Resource Fair on Tuesday, March 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Randall Student Center Fireside Lounge. Held in partnership with Maine CareerCenters, the free public event will connect hundreds of job seekers with more than 60 major employers across Maine’s most critical industries.
Meet employers from multiple industries who are recruiting for current and future openings. Participating organizations represent a wide spectrum of the economy, including healthcare leaders like MaineGeneral and Northern Light Health, financial institutions such as Camden National and Kennebec Savings Bank, and various state and federal agencies including the Maine DHHS and the Social Security Administration.
The event is designed to support first-time job seekers, career changers and individuals seeking new or better opportunities. List of employers attending.
“Our goal is to turn interest into opportunity by putting people at every stage of their careers in direct conversation with hiring employers,” said UMA Student Services Coordinator Haley Brown. “This fair is a resource for our entire community; whether you are entering the workforce for the first time or looking for a change, you will leave here with the leads and connections needed to take your next step.”
Job Fair Tips:
- Have a clear sense of the position you’re seeking and what you bring to the role. Prepare a 30- to 60-second elevator pitch to make the most of your time with employers.
- Bring several copies of your résumé – more than you think you’ll need.
- Research the companies you’re interested in before the fair, so you can incorporate what you’ve learned into conversations with recruiters.
- Be open to talking with employers you may not have considered before. Many organizations have departments such as IT, finance and accounting that support their operations.
Hosted in collaboration with Maine CareerCenters, the Job & Resource Fair is presented through a partnership of the UMA Career Connections program and UMS TRANSFORMS Pathways to Careers. Together, these partners support Maine’s workforce by providing job seekers with direct access to employers, career guidance and hiring opportunities in high-demand fields.
The fair is free and open to the public.
For more information, visit the job fair webpage or contact Haley Brown at 207-621-3130 | hbrown120@maine.edu.