150 West Hawai‘i high school students to attend ClimbHI hiring blitz event

Hawaiʻi workforce development nonprofit ClimbHI is partnering with West Hawai‘i high schools, businesses and organizations to host its annual West Hawai‘i Hiring Blitz for high school juniors and seniors.

Approximately 150 students from eight high schools are expected to attend this event, which will take place on Thursday, May 7, at the Mauna Kea Resort Ballroom. The event is designed for students ages 16 and over, who will have the opportunity to apply on-site for internships, apprenticeships, trades, jobs, and training.

Students are attending from Kohala High School, Honoka‘a High School, Kealakehe High School, Konawaena High School, Ke Kula ‘o ‘Ehunuikaimalino, Hawai‘i Technology Academy, West Hawai‘i Explorations Academy, and Kanu o ka ‘Āina.

“We are working collaboratively with our schools and local businesses to offer our juniors and seniors a one-stop shop where they can ask questions, interview, and apply for opportunities,” said Julie Morikawa, President of ClimbHI. “This is a final step for many students who have already participated in ClimbHI’s Leadership, Exploration, Inspiration (LEI) and Exposure Fair events. These events are designed to help them identify their interests, understand the training and education needed, and build contacts and relationships – with the goal of ultimately securing their dream career.”

Hiring Blitz events help expedite the hiring process for high school juniors and seniors by connecting them with available opportunities, according to a news release from ClimbHI. Nearly 30 businesses and organizations with immediate job, internship and training opportunities are participating, representing a variety of industries.

Reimagining and streamlining the hiring process creates much greater interest and more connections than a typical career fair. Importantly, these events link students up with career paths that offer economic self-sufficiency with a clear progression plan.

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