On Wednesday, October 11, 2023, the Clinton County Career Exploration Fair took place at the Laurel Oaks Career Campus. This event brought together local area businesses and high school students to provide a platform for valuable connections and career exploration opportunities.
The fair served as a bridge between the business community and the next generation of our local workforce. With over 30 local businesses participating, the event offered students a firsthand glimpse into various industries, exposing them to a wide range of career possibilities within our community. From agriculture and aviation to healthcare and construction, the fair showcased the diverse sectors that exist within Clinton County.
The Laurel Oaks Career Campus played a pivotal role in hosting the event, providing a dynamic and engaging environment for businesses and students to interact. Students had the opportunity to explore different booths, engage in conversations with professionals, and gain insights into the skills and qualifications needed for success in their desired fields. One of the key highlights of the fair was the virtual reality demonstration held by OhioMeansJobs Clinton County.
By fostering partnerships from local businesses, the Clinton County Career Exploration Fair set a positive trajectory for our community's economic development and future workforce.
Local businesses and organizations at the career fair include:
BrightFarms
Nutrien Ag Solutions
Clinton County Ohio Farm Bureau
ATSG Companies
Merchants National Bank
Peoples Bank
Smith-Feike-Minton Insurance
Wilmington Savings Bank
Crown Staffing
OhioMeansJobs Clinton County
Southern State Community College
Wilmington College
Clinton County Early Learning Center
Wilmington Public Library
Accurate Mechanical
Diverse Building Solutions
Ohio Valley Electrical Services
Shafer Heater & Cooling
Clinton Memorial Hospital
HealthSourch of Ohio
Ohio Living Cape May
Amazon
R+L Carries
FERNO
Innovative Engineered Solutions
Honda LG Joint Venture EV Battery Plant
Nippon Seiki North America
City of Wilmington
Ohio State Highway Patrol
Orchard Veterinary Care