State jobs career fair set April 24 in Dover

The Delaware Department of Human Resources, in partnership with the Department of Labor, will host a career fair open to the public from 1 to 4 p.m., Friday, April 24, at the Delaware Technical Community College Terry Campus in Dover. The event aims to connect students and job seekers with career opportunities in state government. Registration is now open at statejobs.delaware.gov.

The career fair also supports Gov. Matt Meyer’s Executive Order #1, which promotes youth apprenticeships, internships, and earn-and-learn opportunities.

To accommodate both youth and adult participants, there will be a morning session open only to invited students from high schools across the state to explore early career opportunities in state government. The afternoon session, which is the only session open to the general public, is tailored for adults seeking part-time, full-time or casual seasonal positions.

Providing dedicated access and support for individuals with disabilities, the career fair also includes designated time from 12 to 1 p.m. for program participants supported by DOL’s Division of Vocational Rehabilitation.

“We attract top Delaware talent most effectively by creating unique opportunities for state agencies to meet directly with job seekers and students,” said Yvonne Anders Gordon, DHR secretary. “In partnership with our colleagues from DOL, these in-person events foster real connections, open pathways to public service careers, and expand access to internships and apprenticeships.”

“The connection is clear; this event directly advances the governor’s top workforce priority of connecting students to apprenticeships and career pathways in Delaware. Aligning workforce with opportunities is vital for employment and industries to thrive," said LaKresha Moultrie, DOL secretary.

In advance of each career fair, DHR’s central talent acquisition team collaborates with state agencies to identify apprenticeships, internships, job openings, and other opportunities suitable for youth and adults, including positions that allow for on-site direct hiring and immediate interviews. The CTA team also provides career advice and ongoing support to high school students to help with long-term career planning.