NEW & IMPROVED!

You spoke, we listened. Our spring employment event now includes a job fair!

Get a jump on your spring & summer job search

Whether you are looking for a job now or wanting to start work in the summer, now is the time to begin!

The CareerRise Team is connecting teens to businesses & other summer opportunities.

We are hosting a TEEN JOB FAIR & EMPLOYER PANEL in partnership with Colorado Youth Outdoors for youth & their parents. Attendees have the opportunity to:
 
  • *NEW THIS YEAR* Meet and network with local employers in a job fair format.
  • Attend a business panel about best practices for job search.
  • Learn about PAID internships, summer opportunities & MORE!

The Spring Employment Event is scheduled for:

DATE: Saturday, March 23rd, 2024

TIME: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

LOCATION: Colorado Youth Outdoors


Event Schedule:

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM - Job Fair & Resource Tables (Check out the employers who will be at the event)

11:30 AM -12:00 PM - Employer Panel

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM - Free Professional Headshots

 

Registration is recommended to stay informed on featured employers and other exciting updates leading up to the event.

REGISTER HERE

Walk-in attendance will be accepted at the event.


If you have any questions, contact the CareerRise Team!

(970) 498-6608 or careerrise@larimer.org


Employers Attending the Event

 

Employer Name | Location | Hiring Age

  • Cinemark Movie & Bistro XD | Fort Collins | 16+
  • *City of Fort Collins Recreation | Fort Collins | 15+
  • *City of Loveland Parks & Recreation | Loveland | 14+
  • Colorado Youth Outdoors | Fort Collins | TBD
  • *CSU Housing & Dining | Fort Collins | 14+
  • FeelLove Coffee | Loveland | 16+
  • Fort Collins Nursery | Loveland | 14+
  • Holiday Twin Drive-In | Fort Collins | 16+
  • Larimer County Conservation Corps | Fort Collins | 18+
  • *Loveland Laser Tag | Loveland | 15+
  • NOCO Sports Center | Windsor | 15+
  • Splash Pool Services | Fort Collins | 15+
  • Urban Air | Fort Collins | 14+
  • YMCA of Northern Colorado | Johnstown | 15+
  • AND MORE EMPLOYERS TO COME!

*Employer Panelist

FAQs

  1. The event will take place indoors within the Richardson Hall Education Facility on the Colorado Youth Outdoors campus.

  2. When you arrive at the Colorado Youth Outdoors campus, follow the cones and signs to make your way to the main parking lot and event area.

  3. No, this event is free to all attendees!

  4. Pre-registration helps us keep you informed about any updates or changes related to the event.  Also, those who pre-register and attend will be entered into a prize drawing!

  5. We encourage you to come to the event dressed professionally and ready to engage with potential employers. In addition to dressing professionally, if you have a resume be sure to bring multiple copies to share with employers that you might be interested in working with.

  6. No problem! Attend our Jumpstart Your Job Search workshop series during your spring break. Workshops include Personal Branding, Resume Building, Financial Literacy 101 and Win Your Interview. 

  7. A professional headshot is a valuable asset that can enhance your professional image to your online presence.  Think of this as picture day for your business personal brand.  Your clothing, hair and any makeup or jewelry should be professional and not distracting. 

    The professional headshots will be optional at the event.

  8. Learn directly from employers about how young job seekers can standout in the application and interview process. This will offer valuable insight about how to  successfully navigate the job market as a teen.

  9. Yes! The employers and resources at the event are geared toward youth/young adult job seekers. We welcome family members and supports to attend and learn about opportunities for the young people in their lives.