Petersburg to host career and college fair Aug. 9
7/26/2018, 6 a.m.
The City of Petersburg is holding a career and college fair for people seeking employment or who want to learn about educational opportunities.
The event will be held 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 9, at Vernon Johns Middle School, 3101 Homestead Drive in Petersburg.
Representatives of a number of colleges and universities in Virginia and North Carolina are scheduled to attend, along with representatives from area companies and public and private employers.
Participants are asked to dress professionally and bring copies of their résumé and an ink pen.
The event is sponsored by Petersburg Mayor Sam Parham and School Board Chair Kenneth L. Pritchett in collaboration with Petersburg High School’s Jobs for Virginia Graduates, the Virginia Employment Commission and Bryant & Stratton College.
Details: Rebecca Mullin, remullin@petersburg.k12.va.us or Mr. Pritchett, (804) 835-4553.
