Over 3000 attend JobFest
Over 3000 young job seekers turned out for JobFest on Wednesday 11 May.
The event brings together potential employees (aged 16-24) with employers to help young Aucklanders find jobs and improve their career prospects.
Seventy-five employers had stands at the event, representing a wide range of industries including Air New Zealand, Auckland Council, Fletcher Building and Spark.
Jobseekers could also get advice on developing interview skills and writing CVs.
Mayor Len Brown praised the work of all the Auckland Council volunteers who helped make the day happen.
“I am proud of everyone for yesterday’s extremely successful event and proud that you work at council. You are to be thanked and congratulated for making a big difference to this city, its young people and its employers."
JobFest is organised by Youth Connections at Auckland Tourism, Events & Economic Development (ATEED), Auckland’s economic growth agency, and supported by a number of agencies including the Ministry of Social Development (MSD).