Build your future at Ivy Tech’s Career Expo in April

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 29, 2013

Build your future at Ivy Tech’s Career Expo in April

Ivy Tech Community College’s Bloomington campus is hosting its annual Career Expo on Thursday, April 4 from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. on the main campus, in the Connie and Steve Ferguson Academic Building. This year’s expo, “Build Your Future,” will connect students with nearly 50 employers in South Central Indiana.

“Ivy Tech-Bloomington demonstrates its commitment to responding to community workforce and economic development needs by bringing together employers with job candidates at the college’s annual Career Expo,” said Chancellor John Whikehart.

Career Expo 2013 is open to Ivy Tech alumni, associate degree candidates, students seeking internships, and even those seeking summer employment. It is also open to the diverse job seeker who is looking for a new career or simply looking to network. Participants should expect to network with area business representatives, pass along resumes or business cards, and speak with employers about job openings and internships. Professional attire is preferred.

Ivy Tech-Bloomington’s Career Expo 2013, “Build Your Future,” is sponsored by Cook Pharmica, The Herald-Times, Indiana University Health, Ivy Tech Community College Alumni Association, ModusLink PTS, and South Central Indiana Human Resources Association.

For a full list of participating employers, log on www.ivytech.edu/bloomington/careerexpo/.

For further information about Career Expo 2013, “Build Your Future,” at Ivy Tech, contact the Career Advising Center at (812) 330-6018 or kanderso@ivytech.edu.

About Ivy Tech Community College

Ivy Tech Community College (www.ivytech.edu) is the state’s largest public postsecondary institution and the nation’s largest singly accredited statewide community college system serving nearly 200,000 students annually. Ivy Tech has campuses throughout Indiana. It serves as the state’s engine of workforce development, offering affordable degree programs and training that are aligned with the needs of its community along with courses and programs that transfer to other colleges and universities in Indiana. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association.

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List of participating employers (not all-inclusive and subject to change): Author Solutions, Bloomington Developmental Learning Center, Bloomington Police Department, Bloom Marketing Group, Boston Scientific, Chase, City of Bloomington, Cook Pharmica, Duke Energy, Elder Care Connections, French Lick Resort, Garden Villa, Gymboree, Hilton Garden Inn, Indiana State Police, Indiana University Cyclotron Operations, Indiana University Health Bloomington Hospital, Indiana University Human Resources, Indiana University Radio/TV Services, Lifedesigns, Inc., Lowe’s, McCormick’s Creek Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing, ModusLink PTS, Monroe County Community School Corporation, Monroe County Library, Monroe County YMCA, Nightingale Home Healthcare, Nolan’s Lawn Care, Olive Garden, Paoli, People & Animal Learning Services, Sam’s Club, Storage Express, Stone Belt Arc, Stone Research, TASUS Corporation, Dermatology Center of Southern Indiana, Tradehome Shoes, Western Southern, WTTS/WGCL.