Learn a Skill. Master a Trade! Central Texas students and job seekers, join us on Thursday, November 12, from 10am to 4pm for the Trade Up Texas Virtual Career Fair and explore skilled-trade careers. Hosted by Workforce Solutions Capital Area and Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area. Our thanks to our partners Texas Mutual Insurance Company, KVUE, the Austin Regional Manufacturers Association, and Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 286.
At the Trade Up Texas Virtual Fair, you can:
- Connect with employers & training providers
- Explore on-the-job training & apprenticeship opportunities
- Join live seminars on resume prep, interview prep, & building soft/essential skills
- Take part in live panels with Central Texas professionals in skilled trades, manufacturing & logistics
Don’t miss this opportunity to launch your career in the trades, right from your own computer or mobile device!
Pre-register to attend: bit.ly/wsrcavirtualcareerexpo
Employers can sign up for a free interactive booth at: https://ruralcapitalarea.getyourbooth.com/
Seminar schedule
Careers in Manufacturing
10:30 – 11:15am
Learn more about careers in manufacturing with our live panel session with professionals working in manufacturing! Live Q&A for all participants.
Careers in Skilled Trades
11:30am – 12:15pm
Hear from apprentices that will share about their educational journey and the meaningful work they do in the skilled trades! Live Q&A – come with questions!
Careers in Logistics
12:30 – 1:15pm
Learn more about careers in logistics with our live panel session with professionals in logistics! Live Q&A for all participants.
Resume & Interview Prep
1:30 – 2:00pm
Applying for jobs can be scary and nerve-wracking, but it doesn’t have to be! Come learn tips to make your resume and interviews stand out.
Soft Skills
2:15 – 2:45pm
Hear from apprentices that will share about their educational journey and the meaningful work they do in the skilled trades! Live Q&A – come with questions!
Upskilling: Climb that Ladder!
3:00 – 3:30pm
Explore training tools available to upskill and expand your capabilities as you search for a new career or enhance current skills to gain access to new opportunities in your employment.
Trade Up Texas is sponsored by Texas Mutual Insurance Company.