MAIP NE Virtual Career Fair
Date & Time
January 28, 2021
10 am – 1 pm
Location
Virtual Event
Join Metro Atlanta Industry Partnerships for our Virtual Career Fair for Northeast Metro Atlanta!
We are excited to offer job opportunities at various levels in many industries, along with community partners to assist with any resources needed.
This is a free virtual event that is mobile and tablet friendly and can be accessed anywhere. There are in-person locations with our partners for those needing computer access.
Hosted in Partnership By:
Job Seekers
Job Seekers can pre-register for this Virtual Job Fair beginning on January 8th. Please check back at that time for more information.
Register for a Free Jobseeker Webinar
Opportunity Match puts together free training programs and support services to help maximize success for our jobseekers. Learn more about:
- Using LinkedIn
- Preparing for virtual interview and virtual career fairs,
- Acquiring virtual body language
- Networking over Zoom.
We’ll cover why it’s all important in the workplace and how jobseekers can fluently navigate this environment.
Watch this video series to learn more about the Virtual Job Fair
This four-part youtube playlist was provided to us by Career Connector and provides information about the Virtual Job Fair. The four videos included in the playlist are:
- Attending a Virtual Job Fair
- Chat Profile Instructions
- After the Virtual Job Fair
- Registering for a Virtual Job Fair
Register for the Event
Job Seekers can register for the virtual job fair below. Additional information about the job fair and next steps for attendance will be sent to you closer to the event date.
Several community partners are offering support for those who need assistance accessing free Wifi, technology or an in-person location for the Job Fair. View community partners, help they are providing, and each locations Covid-19 protocols below.
In Person & Wifi Accessible Locations for Virtual Job Fair
The following partners have agreed to provide access to free Wifi or host in-person locations for job seekers. For additional information please select the location to learn more about their Covid-19 Protocols/Guidelines as well as their location information.
- Gwinnett County Public Library System: Wifi Available
- Gwinnett County Public Library – Lilburn Branch: In-Person Location, Walk-ins Available
- Goodwill Pleasant Hill: Wifi Available & In-Person Location, Walk-ins Available
- DeKalb County Public Library System: Wifi Available
- Latin American Association (LAA): In-Person Location, Appointments Only
- Gwinnett Tech – Lawrenceville Campus: Wifi Available
- Gwinnett Tech – Alpharetta Campus: Wifi Available
- Hire Dynamics: Wifi Available & In-Person Location, Walk-ins Available
Additional locations and more information will be added in the coming days. Please check back for new additions.
Gwinnett County Public Library System
Free Wifi access available at all 15 branch locations.
Job seekers can access this Wifi from the parking lot. To find a location near you visit: https://www.gwinnettpl.org/locations-and-hours/.
Gwinnett County Public Library - Lilburn Branch
4817 Church Street, Lilburn, GA 30047-6827
The Lilburn Branch is accepting walk-ins for job seekers needing laptop use.
COVID-19 Safety Protocols/Guidelines:
- There are a maximum of 12 job seekers utilizing a laptop at a time
- Wait listed guests will need to provide their phone numbers and wait in cars/outside of the building
- Masks are mandatory and are to be worn over the nose
- 6′ Social distancing
- Temperature Checks at the check-in desk
- Computers and desks cleaned after each guest
- Public restrooms maintained by City Hall staff
Goodwill Pleasant Hill
1502 Pleasant Hill Road, Duluth, GA 30096
Walk-ins accepted. No appointment required.
COVID-19 Safety Protocols/Guidelines:
- Masks are mandatory and are to be worn over the nose
- 6′ Social distancing
- Temperature checks
Questions about this location?
Please contact Goodwill of North Georgia VIA email or by calling 1-844-344-WORK.
DeKalb County Public Library System
Free Wifi access available at 22 branch locations. Job seekers can access this Wifi from the parking lot. To find a location near you visit: http://dekalblibrary.org/branches.
To access Wifi, job seekers can locate the password on the door of the branch. For additional support, job seekers can call the branch or the Administrative Offices at 404-508-7190.
If you have a DeKalb County Public Library System library card you may be able to use chromebooks at select locations. For more information and the branches that are participating, see: dekalblibrary.org/using-the-library/computers/chromebooks. You can apply for a card online at: dekalblibrary.org/news/yes-you-can-still-get-a-library-card.
Latin American Association (LAA)
2750 Buford Hwy NE, Atlanta, GA 30324
Job Seekers can reserve a 45 min time slot here. Appointments are required.
COVID-19 Protocols/Guidelines:
- Temperature Checks & Liability Waivers signed at Front Door Check-in
- Masks mandatory, worn over mouth and nose
- Six (6) feet distancing
- Computers and desks cleaned by each guest at close of session. (Disinfectant wipes and hand sanitizer will be provided)
- No personalized computer assistance available. Job Seekers will be admitted in groups at registered times. Job Seekers will be escorted to computers rooms punctually. They will be ushered to designated exits as a group at close of session.
Questions about this location? Please contact:
Rebecca Christenberry, LAA Employment & Corporate Relations Coordinator via email or by phone at: 404.982.6897 or 404.638.1837 (to leave a message).
Gwinnett Tech - Lawrenceville Campus
5150 Sugarloaf Pkwy, Building 700, Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Wifi Information:
Network – Launch Pointe
Password – Jobf@ir2021
Gwinnett Tech - Alpharetta Campus
2875 Old Milton Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30009
Job seekers can access Wifi via the Worksource mobile unit
Wifi Information:
Network – Launch Pointe
Password – Jobf@ir2021
Questions about this location? Please contact: Brett Lacey at (404) 242-0935
Hire Dynamics
960 North Point Parkway, Suite 120, Alpharetta, GA 30005
COVID-19 Safety Protocols/Guidelines:
- Masks are mandatory and are to be worn over the nose
- 6′ Social distancing
- Temperature Checks at the check-in desk
- Computers and desks cleaned after each guest
Questions about this location? Please contact: Kai Shepard at kai.shepherd@hiredynamics.com
Employers and Resource Providers Participating in this Event
Employers
1-800 WATER DAMAGE of North Fulton
Alcon
Alliant Health
Assembler’s Inc.
Atlanta Police Department
Autobell Car Wash
Chick-fil-A Cascade
Chime Solutions
Centers for Disease Control
Coca-Cola Bottling Company United, Inc.
College Nannies + Sitters + Tutors
Construction Ready
DT Motors
Enterprise Rent A Car
EZ Dent
Famers Insurance Group
Fulton County Schools
GA Department of Transportation
Gainwell Technologies
Global Apprenticeship Foundation
Gwinnett Veterans Resource Center
Hertz
Hire Dynamics
Latin American Association (LAA)
Lindberg Transportation, Inc.
Malone Workforce Solutions
MARTA
MARTA Police Department
Mechanical Contractors Association of Georgia
MetroPower
Northside Hospital
Peachtree Packing, Inc.
Phase Family Learning Center
Roehl Transport, Inc
Synovus
Vertical Earth Incorporated
VoiceNation, LLC
Waffle House
Wiginton Fire Systems
Willy’s Mexican Grill
YMCA Metro Atlanta
ZYCI CNC Machining and 3D Printing
Z PLUMBERZ of North Fulton & Gwinnett
Resource Providers
Latin American Association (LAA)
Atlanta Public Schools Adult Education
Employment Network
Francise Connect Pro
Georgia Commute Options
Gerogia Piedmont Technical College
Gwinnett County Public Library
HomeStretch Inc
Quality Child Care Georgia
Volt Workforce Solutions
Worksource Atlanta Regional
WorkSource DeKalb
WorkSource Fulton
Employer & Resource Provider Registration
Benefits
- Free digital booth with company branding provided by Goodwill of North Georgia
- Up to 5 staff registrations and free training to operate booth
- Access to free technology to conduct interviews (if needed)
- Distribution of company documents to jobseekers
- Post-fair report of booth visitors
Requirements
- Physical location and intent to hire in Metro Atlanta’s Northeast Region, including North Fulton, Gwinnett, DeKalb, counties
- Attend training session to get the most out of the platform
- Offer video conferencing links during the event to meet jobseekers face-to-face
- Complete post-event survey
