JOB-ready high school students recently gained an insight into what local industries have in terms of employment opportunities.
More than 300 students from 13 City of Logan state high schools attended a Bridge to Business event.
The targeted networking opportunity, at Beenleigh State High School, is an initiative of the Logan Education Round Table.
It follows the success of other Taskforce-led employment events including the Tradie and Construction Jobs Expo, which helped 17 people find work in September, and a student bus tour to 15 City of Logan businesses in May.
This financial year, the Taskforce has helped 89 people – including 21 youth – find local employment. It has also helped 43 businesses find staff.
Acting mayor Natalie Willcocks said the results speak for themselves.
“Council is very proud to be working with local schools and businesses in providing practical solutions to youth unemployment,” Cr Willcocks said.
“Events like Bridge to Business are achieving amazing results, simply by linking the right job seekers and employers.
“I cannot wait to see more young people finding their dream jobs, right here in their own backyards.”
Employers seeking new staff can contact the taskforce by emailing innovation@logan.qld.gov.au.
Current employment opportunities are also advertised on loganjobs.com.au
