Following Governor Glenn Youngkin’s launch of VirginiaHasJobs.com last week, Virginia Works – the Commonwealth’s department for workforce and advancement – announced a statewide virtual hiring event taking place tomorrow, Wednesday, March 5th, from 10 am-3 pm. This online job fair connects job seekers with a wide range of both public and private employers in industries and regions across the Commonwealth, in real time. Over 4,400 job seekers have already registered, with more than 300 employers ready to meet Virginia’s talent.
“Virginia is open for business and ready to help you succeed, offering opportunities for anyone navigating a career transition,” said Governor Glenn Youngkin. “Your experience is invaluable, your skills are transferable, and you have access to a broad range of job opportunities in America’s Top State for Business. With our resources and support, we’re here to help you thrive in Virginia’s robust job market.”
Participating employers include over 150 private sector employers and 75 state and local government agencies from northern Virginia to Hampton Roads to southwest Virginia, representing industries from manufacturing to defense to healthcare and more. “Many of the Commonwealth’s major employers including CACI International, Newport News Shipbuilding, and HCA – not to mention our state agencies and local governments – are participating and offering open positions in information technology, engineering, administration, and healthcare, just to name a few,” commented Bryan Slater, Virginia’s Secretary of Labor…