Press Release

CONCORD - New Hampshire Employment Security is hosting the Concord Job & Resource Fair on Thursday, August 9th 2018 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Douglas N. Everett Arena located at 15 Loudon Road, Concord NH 03301.

Job seekers will have access to employers looking for qualified, skilled and reliable candidates to fill positions in a multitude of industries. Job seekers are encouraged to prepare by having an updated version of their resume, to research the participating organizations ahead of time and to develop a short introduction speech to introduce themselves and highlight their attributes to prospective employers. Job seekers should do research and come prepared to make connections as strong as possible. Fully recognize and understand what the employers’ needs and interests are. Make a positive first impression and follow up with employers. A full list of participating employers can be found at www.nhes.nh.gov and will be available on the day of the event. This great hiring event is free and open to all job seekers.

“Employment Security’s local job and resource fairs are a great opportunity for Granite Staters in Concord and across the state to explore the abundance of opportunities in our booming economy,” said Governor Chris Sununu. “I want to thank Employment Security for their on-going efforts to provide opportunity to all Granite Staters and ensure direct access to potential employers.”

"I am grateful for Commissioner Copadis and staff at New Hampshire Employment Security for hosting a job fair here in Concord at the Everett Arena. Hard-working Granite Staters in the greater Concord area, many on second and even third careers, just want an opportunity to succeed. These job fairs often make critical connections for our workers, our businesses, and our economy. For folks looking for employment opportunities, please do attend" said Senator Dan Feltes.

Executive Councilor Volinsky said, “New Hampshire does best when it invests in its people. Come visit the New Hampshire Employment Security job fair in Concord.

“Helping to unite job seekers with hiring employers is a top priority of New Hampshire Employment Security. As a result of our job fairs, coupled with the department’s re-employment programs such as Return to Work, Pathway to Work and On the Job Training which are provided at each of our local offices located throughout our great state of New Hampshire, we are delivering on our promise to connect our residents with great opportunities,” said New Hampshire Employment Security Commissioner George Copadis.

NHES provides free services, resources, and tools to assist both job seekers and employers with the entire job search process, hiring and employment needs. NHES has services available online and onsite to assist job seekers including an automated Job Match System, internet access, local papers, employment counseling, and career assessments, as well as, workshops on job searching, resume writing and interviewing techniques.

For additional information on this hiring and networking event, please contact Kate LaPierre at Kathryn.A.LaPierre@nhes.nh.gov or via telephone at 603-228-4083 or visit www.nhes.nh.gov