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Delaware job seekers experience robust employer presence at EST Career Fair

Over 100 employers and 1100 job seekers attended the EST Career Fair held at the UD Bob Carpenter Center on February 17. The fair is a result of a recently established partnership between the University of Delaware Career Services Center (UD CSC) and the Delaware BioScience Association (Delaware Bio). This year VWR participated as a platinum sponsor and Aerotek as a gold sponsor.

 “Combining forces with Delaware Bio resulted in the best employer turnout in the history of the career fair,” said UD CSC Director Matthew Brink.  “Specifically, we saw a 30 percent increase in employer attendance, when comparing this year to last year.”

The high employer turnout also points to growth within the engineering, life science, technology and biotechnology fields.  Several employers in attendance indicated they anticipate expanding significantly this year.

“This career fair was a win-win for both employers and job candidates,” said Delaware Bio President Bob Dayton. “Job seekers, both UD students and experienced industry professionals in transition, got to meet with a diverse array of companies with real employment opportunities, and employers got to meet highly qualified candidates with a variety of backgrounds and experiences.”

The high number of employers and job seekers in attendance was a clear indication that the timing and scope of the event was right.  There was a significant and steady flow of job seekers “working the fair” from 12:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

“The number of organizations present and the number of positions being offered is a good sign,” said Brink.  “Let us all hope this trend continues.”

About Delaware Bio            

The Delaware BioScience Association is a non-profit trade association that serves its members and the state of Delaware by collaborating with other local businesses and organizations to advance the growth of the bioscience industry in Delaware and the region.

About the University of Delaware and the Career Services Center

The Career Service Center at the University of Delaware is uniquely positioned to assist employers in hiring their future leaders.  We offer one-stop access to one of the most impressive, talented, leadership focused and dedicated talent pools in the country.  Partner with us as together we develop a strategic, customized recruiting plan focused on exceeding your hiring targets while building your unique brand on the University of Delaware campus. Our seven (7) colleges provide a deep and talented candidate pool from 4 associate, 127 bachelors, 84 master, 42 doctoral, and 12 dual graduate programs.   The University of Delaware is regularly recognized for the accomplishments of its students and faculty.  

Contact:

Alok Patel
Delaware BioScience Association
302-452-1104
alok.patel@delawarebio.org

University of Delaware Career Services Center
 http://www.udel.edu/CSC
302.831.2392
udcareers@udel.edu