SALT LAKE CITY — With many Utahns looking for work these days, the Utah Department of Workforce Services is hosting a statewide virtual job fair featuring 37 local employers actively hiring.
Thursday's event runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and includes positions with salaries reaching six figures, as well as entry-level opportunities. The positions span multiple industries, including education, health care, banking, hospitality, construction and state government.
Workforce development specialists say networking significantly increases the chances of landing a better position.
"Employers often rely on the people that they know to help them find new employees. So networking is really the best way, and joining this job fair is a great way to start creating those networks if you're looking for employment," said Troy Lamb with the Utah Department of Workforce Services.
Those looking for jobs should pre-register HERE and create an account. Before joining the job fair, make sure your resume is updated and ready to upload. If you have a professional headshot, upload that as well.
The department's website also features a complete list of participating employers and lists 29,000 available jobs throughout Utah.
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