Employers and organisations from 12 industries will be helping young people find work at next week’s free Youth Job Meet.
The annual event is back in Moreton Bay with more than 20 employers, training providers, apprenticeship organisations, universities and community services.
Industries include hospitality, defence, construction, landscaping, aged care, aquatics, security, education, civil construction, apprenticeships, community services and recruitment.
Many will be offering interviews and employment opportunities at Strathpine Community Centre on Thursday July 23, from 10am-noon.
Now in its third year, the Youth Job Meet helps bridge the gap between local employers and young people by bringing them together in one location.
“We know taking the first step into employment can be challenging for many young people,” YDF Founder and CEO Gerry Blackwell said;.
“The Youth Job Meet removes some of those barriers by giving young people the chance to meet employers directly, explore different career pathways and access real opportunities.
“This event is about building confidence, creating connections and showing young people there are employers and organisations ready to support them as they take their next step.”
The Youth Job Meet is for anyone, from those looking for their first job, an apprenticeship, traineeship, further training or just exploring career options.
Employers will be meeting job seekers face-to-face, answering questions, helping build confidence and discover pathways that align with career goals.
The event was established in 2023 through a partnership between The Youth Development Foundation (YDF), Local Jobs Taskforce Somerset Region, APM, SYC, ETC, and MTC.
Since its inception, the Meet has grown, with YDF coordinating this year’s event while working alongside its partners to deliver job opportunities.
The YDF has been supporting young people across the Moreton Bay Region since 2014 through education, training, mentoring, and employment programs.
Through initiatives such as the Youth Job Meet, YDF works with employers and community organisations to create pathways and support young people to achieve their goals.
