As summer transitions to fall, a number of Tampa Bay and St. Petersburg area companies are seeking candidates for part- and full-time positions. New graduates, young professsionals, those seeking a career change or industry advancement, take note of these upcoming job and career fairs in the Tampa Bay area in late summer and fall 2015.
Career fairs in Tampa Bay can connect job seekers in the Tampa and St. Petersburg areas with the industry leaders and resources that help open the door for new hires.
Monday, August 24: Tampa Bay Lightning/Amalie Arena Part-Time Job Fair
3-7 p.m.
Promenade Level, Amalie Arena
401 Channelside Dr, Tampa
This part-time job fair will fill positions for Amalie Arena events, Lightning hockey and Tampa Bay Storm football games. Positions include: ushers, guest service, security, housekeeping, retail, concessions, kitchen staff, warehouse and more. Applicants are asked bring five copies of their resume and written references. Enter via the main staircase off of Ford Thunder Alley.
Thursday, August 27: Tampa Premium Outlets Job Fair
10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Embassy Suites USF/Busch Gardens
3705 Spectrum Boulevard, Tampa
Wednesday, September 16: USF St. Petersburg Annual Part Time Job and Internship Fair
11 a.m.-2 p.m.
University Student Center, USFSP
6th Ave S, St. Pete
Open to USFSP and other USF system students and alumni.
Monday, September 21: Tampa Bay Job and Career Fair presented by the Tampa Bay Times
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
The Coliseum
535 4th Ave North, St. Pete
More than 50 local employers will be in attendance. Professional business attire required. Bring at least 20 copies of your resume.
Tuesday, September 29: CareerSource Pinellas/CareerSource Tampa Bay Intern Hiring Event
5-8 p.m.
The EpiCenter, St. Petersburg College
13805 58th St N, St. Pete
Wednesday, October 7: CareerSource Pinellas Career Fair
Time TBA
The EpiCenter, SPC
13805 58th St N, St. Pete
Open to the general public. Veterans will receive priority of service. A CareerSource Tampa Bay recruiter will be present to offer resume assistance and job search techniques.
Thursday, November 19: Tampa Career Fair
11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Doubletree by Hilton Tampa Westshore Airport
4500 West Cypress Street, Tampa
Employers, are you hosting an upcoming career fair in the Tampa Bay area? Put potential future employees on the right path by sharing the details of your upcoming job or career fair in Tampa Bay with 83 Degrees. Email the 83 Degrees Innovation & Job News editor with "Hiring" in the subject line. Reach out over on Twitter (@83degreesmedia) if our job listings put you on the path to success.
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Justine Benstead is a feature writer for 83 Degrees Media in the Tampa Bay region of Florida.