A KansasWorks Statewide Virtual Job Fair began today and will continue through Thursday, Oct. 29.
The virtual job fair will allow job seekers to live chat with employers from across the state through computers and mobile devices. KansasWorks has organized four virtual job fairs this year, with more virtual job fairs planned later this year.
To register for the Virtual Job Fair, visit https://kansasworksvirtualjobfair.easyvirtualfair.com/.
“COVID-19 continues to be an obstacle for the normal job fair system, but KANSASWORKS is creative and continues to do important work for Kansas,” Gov. Laura Kelly said. “I encourage all job-seekers in our state to visit this and future Virtual Job Fairs to find opportunities in their area.”
The Department of Commerce, in partnership with the Local Workforce Development Boards, moved its statewide job fairs online this year to eliminate public health risks associated with mass gatherings, and as a way to continue to provide job opportunities and maintain a ready workforce for Kansas businesses.
“These virtual fairs are producing real results for job seekers and employers in every region,” Secretary of Commerce David Toland said. “We remain committed to economic growth and recovery in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, and that means helping Kansans find meaningful, rewarding employment opportunities in our state.”
Registration is now required for each virtual event. If job seekers have previously attended a Virtual Job Fair, they are required to re-register for this event with the link provided above.
The fifth virtual fair in September attracted participation from 180 employers and 1,003 jobseekers from across the state.
As concerns for Kansans’ health and safety remain high due to COVID-19, the Department of Commerce will maintain the Virtual Job Fair system for the remainder of 2020. The final fair of the year will be Dec. 8-9.
Beginning with this virtual fair, job seekers can now upload their most recent resume to their Virtual Job Fair account. If you require assistance, contact your local workforce center at 877-509-6757 to schedule an appointment.