By your junior year, jobs and the future are often weighing heavily on your mind. The MCHS class of 2018 was reminded of this with the career fair on ____. Over 20 separate local businesses and education paths were represented. Students had a chance to learn about many different jobs in our area, and ask questions of the professionals in the fields.
The John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center sent in three of its personnel to demonstrate how to make a living off of something you love. They had each student create a business based on things they enjoyed, such as the arts or mechanics. They explained that by going through their program we could acquire the skill set to see these dreams become realities.
The Mercy Medical Center representative expressed the benefits of having a job at the hospital, even if it was not related to medicine. She explained that it was a great way to make connections and build a resume for college while earning money.
The Hy-Vee booth spoke about the ability for growth within the chain. One of the women had been working within Hy-Vee since she was a teenager, and was now a manager at Hy-Vee East. They explained that the atmosphere and charity of the company are what had motivated each of them to stay. The dietitian said she had been impressed with Hy-Vee’s dedication to healthy lifestyle and the way they incorporated charity into their personal brands. They encouraged an interest in Hy-Vee while pointing out these positives of the business.
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers presented their training plan – a six figure salary only a few years out from high school. To top this, all training is paid for by the union. A great field for STEM enthusiasts that provides ample pay in short while!