Job fair, workshops set this week to help Savannah job seekers

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Step Up Savannah, EOA Savannah and the Moses Jackson Advancement Center are hosting the Harvesting Careers Community Job Fair, a two-day event to help job seekers prepare for interviews and connect with employment opportunities.

Workforce readiness workshops

The workshops are scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 14, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Moses Jackson Advancement Center, 1410-B Richards St.

Jeffrey Parsons and Gloria Johnson will share interview skills and professional presentation tips. MonaLisa Monroe will lead a Dress for Success session covering the do’s and don’ts of interview attire.

Community job fair

The Community Job Fair is set for Thursday, Oct. 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Grant Center Gym, 122 West St.

Job seekers can meet employers offering full-time, part-time and apprenticeship opportunities, including employers open to second chance hiring.

Workwear donations

Organizers are also seeking donations of clean, new or gently used professional workwear to help participants prepare for interviews. Donations can be dropped off from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Moses Jackson Advancement Center before Oct. 13.