Hundreds of high school students headed to Beenleigh State High School last week for the Bridge to Business expo.
The second annual Bridge to Business expo connected local students from years 10 to 12 from
more than 10 Logan high schools with more than 60 businesses on the hunt for local staff.
Businesses in the construction, manufacturing, defence, health, food and performing arts industries attended last week’s event, along with Logan City Council.
Mayor Darren Power said the mini-expo was a practical way to link young job seekers with future employment.
“This event is designed to bridge the gap between eager, job-ready school leavers and local employers keen to tap into the enthusiasm of talented young people,” Cr Power said.
Local councillor Karen Murphy said bringing schools and businesses together helped to build relationships and instil confidence in school leavers.
“Life after school can be daunting but events like these give young people the courage to pursue achievable goals in their own backyards,” Cr Murphy said.
The Bridge to Business event was coordinated by Logan Office of Economic Development and the Enable Coalition of Schools.
Economic development chair, councillor Jon Raven said council was keen to help young people secure employment close to home.
“Local jobs help local people to prosper and enjoy quality of life while supporting the growth and development of our city’s established and emerging industries,” Cr Raven said.
