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[OUTREACH / VOLUNTEER] Middle School Career Exploration

  • Spark at Booth-Kelly 303 S 5th St. Suite 150 Springfield, OR 97477 United States (map)

The Elevate team at Connected Lane County is thrilled to be hosting our annual Middle School Career Exploration event this year!

We’re inviting current 8th grade youths to join us in early November at our new facility, Spark at Booth Kelly in Springfield. 

Here’s what you need to know:

  • Dates: Nov. 7th, 8th and 9th (register for one day or multiple days!)

  • Event time: 9:30 - 2:30pm

  • Location: Spark at Booth Kelly, 303 S. 5th St. Ste. 150 Springfield, OR 97477

    • Breakfast, coffee and lunch will be provided 

    • The building will open at 8:30am for booth/activity setup!

  • We have capacity for 20 businesses per day - 60 business spaces total - spots are first come first serve!

We have several spots left on each of the days.  

We invite you to register your business to attend one of the sessions below to help youths learn about career paths through a hands-on activity. If you need help brainstorming an activity, we’re here to help!

Register here: https://go.connectedlane.org/expo-ind


This year's Career Expo is generously sponsored by the Autzen Foundation!

Elevate is Connected Lane County's longest-standing program. Elevate provides career-connected learning opportunities for youth and professional development opportunities for educators. Youth experiences range from career exploration events to work-based learning opportunities such as internships, and career readiness and financial literacy training. Educator experiences include professional development workshops, educational panels, and externships with local industry. 

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