Get Hired! Mega-job fair in Sunrise next week looks to fill 3,000+ positions

CBS News Miami

SUNRISE - More than 50 companies will be looking to fill 3,000 positions at a mega-job fair in Sunrise next week.

The companies are hiring for positions in Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties.

The event is taking place Thursday, August 31st, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the FLA Live Arena in Sunrise, formerly known as the BB&T Center, you know where the Florida Panthers play. Parking is free. Also, arrive closer to 10 a.m. than 2 p.m.

Whether you're looking for an entry-level position or a more experienced management job, this hiring event will have something for you.

Among those hiring are Allstate, Allied Universal, Arc Broward, CareSource Broward, City of Boca Raton, City of Sunrise, the Florida Panthers, the Miami Dolphins, The Riverside Hotel, Wyndham Destination, Allied Universal, Seminole Public Safety Department, Sherwin-Williams, and US Sugar.

Positions include police officers, security, food service, technicians, sales reps, customer service, IT, teacher assistants, insurance agents, police officers, and account executives.

Some of the companies will be doing on-the-spot interviews and making job offers. Some of the companies will be doing on-the-spot interviews and making job offers.

Click Here for a full list of companies and positions.

Those interested in attending are encouraged to pre-register HERE.

By registering and uploading your resume, companies exhibiting at the job fair can access your information, increasing your employment opportunities.

Tips for Job Fair Success:

  • Dress professionally as if attending a job interview
  • Practice your personalized pitch which should summarize your skills and experience
  • Make a good first - and lasting - impression with each recruiter
  • Bring several copies of your updated resume or work history to the event
  • Take notes during the fair and remember to gather business cards from employers you meet
  • Be open-minded and consider all opportunities, even if they may not be your first choice   
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