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ST. LOUIS REGIONAL
MAY ‘17
CALENDAR
OF
NETWORKING
EVENTS & RESOURCES
Developed by
JOEL REINERT
OJT Coordinator
5/01/17
Posted on www.stlworks.com
Job Fairs, Recruitment Events, and Open Houses ……………………………………………. 2
Job Search & Career Transition Support Groups ……………………………………..……… 6
Career Readiness/Training Programs, Workshops, & Seminars ……………………………… 7
Veterans Support Resources and Events ……………………………………………………… 14
Disability Community Resources and Events ………………………………………………… 17
Immigrant & International Community Resources and Events …….………………………… 22
Chamber of Commerce Networking Events …………………………………………………. 24
Business/Professional Networking Meetings ……………………….………………………… 29
Professional Association Meetings & Events …….…………………………………………… 31
Small Business Week of Eastern Missouri …………………………………………………… 33
Small Business Resources and Events ………………………………………………………… 35
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This document is a listing of networking events scheduled throughout the greater St. Louis region, including Missouri (St. Louis City, St. Louis County, St. Charles County, and Jefferson County) and Illinois (St. Clair County, Madison County, and Monroe County).
Join our LinkedIn Group at https://www.linkedin.com/groups/SLATE-Missouri-Career-Center and connect with us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/slatemcc or Twitter at @Slate_MCC for updates on networking activities throughout the greater St. Louis area.
ST. LOUIS REGIONAL
CALENDAR OF NETWORKING EVENTS & RESOURCES
FOR MAY
Developed by Joel Reinert
The following is a list of networking events in May 2017 that may be utilized by businesses, career center staff and partners, community organizations, and job seekers interested in participating in an On-the-Job Training (OJT) program in the greater St. Louis region. Many of the events are free to attend (plus the cost of your meal and beverages) unless indicated otherwise. The information provided in this calendar is as accurate as possible as of the date of this calendar. It is possible that changes in the scheduled events may occur prior to the date of the scheduled event. Therefore, it is advisable to verify the date, time, and location of the event prior to attending.
Job Fairs, Recruitment Events, and Open Houses
May 1, 2017
Mini Job Fair
WIS (inventory associates)
Advantage Solutions (product demo/event specialists)
Missouri Job Center – St. Louis County (715 Northwest Plaza Drive, St. Louis, MO 63074)
10am – 1pm
For more information call 314/615-6010
HireLevel (formerly Extra Help) Recruitment Event (General Clerical Support, General Laborers)
Fairmont City Library (4444 Collinsville Road, Fairmont City, IL 62201)
2pm – 4pm
For more information call 618/277-7597
May 1, 12, 15, and 26, 2017
People Ready Staffing Recruitment Event
Madison County Employment & Training Center (101 E. Edwardsville Rd, Wood River, IL 62095)
Noon – 3pm
For more information call 618/296-4306
May 2, 2017
Randstad Manufacturing & Logistics Career Expo
12537 Olive Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63141
7am – 7pm
For more information go to https://www.randstadusa.com/jobs/search/rgs/career-day_saint-louis_13328411/
PeopleReady Job Fair (1st and 2nd shift material handlers at a carbon fiber production company)
3403 N. Highway 67 Florissant, MO 63033
9am - 1pm
For more information or to apply online prior to the event go to www.peopleready.com
May 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, and 31, 2017
Staff Management Interview Recruitment Sessions (warehouse and production associate positions)
Missouri Job Center – St. Louis County (715 Northwest Plaza Drive, St. Louis, MO 63074)
8am – Noon
Prior to being scheduled for an interview applicant MUST:
Apply online at http://apply.smjobs.com and use job code s33 or s34
Click start to begin the application stage (DO NOT TAKE SKILLS TEST)
After completing the application stage click RETURN TO JOB APPLICATION HISTORY to schedule
For more information call 314/615-6010
May 2, 2017 (weekly)
Charter Spectrum Job Fair (outside sales representatives)
Arnold Job Center (3675 West Outer Road, Arnold, MO 63010)
9am – 11am
For more information call 636/287-8909
Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark Recruitment Event (multiple PT/FT hospitality openings)
1 South Broadway, St. Louis, MO 63102
10am – 11am and 2pm - 3pm
For more information go to www.stlouisballpark.hilton.com or call 314/421-1776
May 2, 2017 (weekly)
Sun Basket Job Fair (production associates)
1429 Boulder Blvd., Valmeyer, IL 62295
10:30am – 5:30pm
For more information go to
May 3, 2017
Benchmark Human Services Recruitment Event (FT and PT direct support professionals)
Missouri Job Center – St. Louis County (4040 Seven Hills Drive, St. Louis, MO 63033)
10am – 2pm
For more information call 314/475-7900
Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark Recruitment Event (multiple PT/FT hospitality openings)
SLATE Missouri Job Center (1520 Market St., St. Louis, MO 63103)
10am – 2pm
For more information go to www.stlouisballpark.hilton.com or call 314/421-1776
4M Job Fair (general cleaners and floor techs in Chesterfield, Clayton, St. Charles, and downtown )
840 Chesterfield Pkwy. West, Chesterfield, MO 63017
2pm – 7pm
For more information go to www.MMMMcareers.com or call 314/615-2831
May 3 and 4, 2017
Harbor Freight Recruitment Event (new store in Wentzville, MO)
Missouri Job Center – Warrenton (111 Steinhagen Road, Warrenton, MO 63383)
9am – 3pm
For more information call 636/456-9467
May 3, 2017 (weekly)
Whelan Security Walk-in Wednesdays Recruitment Event (security officers)
No appointment necessary. Interviews on-the-spot for qualified candidates.
1699 S. Hanley Road, Suite 125, St. Louis, MO 63144
7:30am – 5pm (every Wednesday)
Apply online at www.greatsecurityofficers.com
For more information call 314/644-1974
St. Charles County Missouri Job Center Walk-in Wednesdays Recruitment Events
(Randstadt, HireLevel, Express Employment, Kelly Services)
No appointment necessary. Interviews on-the-spot for qualified candidates.
St. Charles County Missouri Job Center (212 Turner Blvd., St. Peters, MO 63376)
3pm – 5pm
For more information call 636/255-6060
May 4, 2017
The Greater St. Louis Career Fair
Doubletree Hotel St. Louis at Westport (1973 Craigshire Road, St. Louis, MO 63146)
11am – 2pm
For more information go to https://choicecareerfairs.com/e/st.-louis-career-fair-may-4-2017
Savvy Employment Solutions Job Fair (optical lab technicians)
Missouri Job Center – St. Louis County (715 Northwest Plaza Drive, St. Louis, MO 63074)
10am – 2pm
For more information call 314/615-6010
Aerotek Recruitment Event (general production, equipment operators, material handlers, warehouse workers)
Madison County Employment & Training Center (101 E. Edwardsville Rd, Wood River, IL 62095)
1pm – 3pm
For more information call 618/296-4306
RN and Allied Health Career Fair
Des Peres Hospital (Des Peres, MO)
5pm – 8pm
For more information go to https://jobs.tenethealth.com/job/-/-/1127/4452158?src=JB-11160
May 4 and 25, 2017
HireLevel (formerly Extra Help) Recruitment Event (General Clerical Support, General Laborers)
Southwestern Illinois Worknet Center (4519 West Main Street, Belleville, IL 62226)
1pm – 4pm
For more information call 618/277-7597
May 5, 2017
St. Charles Job Fair
St. Charles Community College, College Center (St. Charles, MO)
9am – 1pm
For more information contact Jenny Hahn Schipper at or 636/922-8244
May 5, 2017 (weekly)
Health Professional Opportunity Grant (HPOG) Career Opportunity Orientation
Interested in a career in healthcare? Training opportunities are available in the following areas for individuals selected to participate
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· Nursing Assistant (CNA/CMT)
· Patient Care Tech
· LPN
· EMT/Paramedic
· Medical Assistant
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SLATE Missouri Job Center (1520 Market St., St. Louis, MO 63103)
10am – Noon
Prior to the event interested participants MUST register with SLATE Missouri Job Center.
For more information call 314/657-3504 or 314/657-3505 or 314/657-3562
May 6, 2017
YWCA St. Louis Head Start Job Fair (family outreach worker, head start teacher, early head start teacher, teacher asst.)
YWCA St. Louis Head Start (1911 Beltway Drive, St. Louis, MO 63114)
9am – Noon
For more information call 314/427-4940
Riverview Gardens School District Job Fair
Various Openings: Teachers, Counselors, Administrators, Safety Officers, Social Workers, Secretaries, Technology Coordinators, Facilities &
Maintenance Technicians, Food Service Assistants, Librarians, Custodians, Nurses and more.
Westview Middle School (1950 Nemnich Drive 63136, St. Louis, MO)
10am – 1pm
For more information call Cora Roberson at 314/869-2505
May 8 and 22, 2017
HireLevel (formerly Extra Help) Recruitment Event (General Clerical Support, General Laborers)
Near Southside Employment Coalition (NSEC) (2649 Pestalozzi St., St. Louis, MO 63118)
1pm – 3pm
For more information call (314) 865-4453
May 9, 2017
Parallon Business Solutions Recruitment Event (collections specialists)
St. Charles County Missouri Job Center (212 Turner Blvd., St. Peters, MO 63376)
10am – 2pm
For more information call 636/255-6060
IKEA Career Open House Meet ‘n Greet Event
Come join us for a fun and informal event to meet current co-workers, learn about our company culture and values and discover why IKEA is such a
great place to work.
IKEA Restaurant (1 Ikea Way, St. Louis, MO 63110)
6pm – 8pm
For more information go to www.seeacareerwithus.com
May 9 and 23, 2017
HireLevel (formerly Extra Help) Recruitment Event (General Clerical Support, General Laborers)
Madison County Employment & Training Center (101 E. Edwardsville Rd, Wood River, IL 62095)
9am – Noon
For more information call 618/296-4306
StaffQuick Personnel Recruitment Event
Madison County Employment & Training Center (101 E. Edwardsville Rd, Wood River, IL 62095)
1pm – 2pm
For more information call 618/296-4306
May 10, 2017
HireLevel (formerly Extra Help) Recruitment Event (General Clerical Support, General Laborers)
East Alton DHS Office (606 W. St. Louis Ave., East Alton, IL 62024)
1pm - 4:30pm
For more information call 618/258-9996
May 11, 2017
Dierbergs Recruitment Event (PT/FT positions at all local store locations)
Missouri Job Center – St. Louis County (715 Northwest Plaza Drive, St. Louis, MO 63074)
10am – 1pm
For more information call 314/615-6609 or
May 11, 2017
HireLevel (formerly Extra Help) Recruitment Event (General Clerical Support, General Laborers)
Roosevelt Homes Apartments (1328 N 44th St., East St. Louis, IL 62204)
11am – 2pm
For more information call 618/646-7382
Cott Corp. Recruitment Event (production operator, forklift operator, maintenance tech, QA tech)
St. Charles County Missouri Job Center (212 Turner Blvd., St. Peters, MO 63376)
11am – 3pm
For more information call 636/255-6060
Clinton Manor Living Center Career Fair
Clinton Manor Living Center (301 East Hanover St., New Baden, IL 62265
2pm – 6pm
For more information go to www.clintonmanorlivingcenter.com or call 618/588-3826 x132
May 11 and 25, 2017
Child Garden Early Childhood Center (lead teachers and assistant teachers for center in Central West End)
1177 N. Warson, St. Louis, MO 63132
10am – 2pm
For more information contact
May 15, 2017
SSM Health St. Josephs’ St. Charles Hospital Job Fair
St. Joseph's St. Charles (300 1st Capitol Dr, St. Charles, MO 63301) St. Peters Room
8am – 5pm
For more information go to http://www.ssmhealthcareers.com/locations/mo-st-joseph
May 16, 2017
Charter Spectrum Job Fair (outside sales representatives)
Missouri Job Center – St. Louis County (715 Northwest Plaza Drive, St. Louis, MO 63074)
10am – 1pm
For more information call 314/615-6010
May 17, 2017
St. Louis Diversity Job Fair
Ferguson Community Center (1050 Smith Avenue, St. Louis MO 63135)
11am – 3pm
For more information go to https://www.regonline.com/registration/Checkin.aspx?EventID=1963022
St. Louis Job Expo (multiple companies participating including:
Hollywood Casino, LGC Hospitality, Metro, SCI Engrg., ShopnSave, Volt Workforce Solutions, and more)
North County Transit Center (3140 Pershall Road, Ferguson, MO 63136)
3pm – 8pm
For more information call Bonnie at 314/657-3546
HireLevel (formerly Extra Help) Recruitment Event (General Clerical Support, General Laborers)
Urban League (8960 Jennings Station Rd., St. Louis, MO 63122)
1:30pm – 4pm
For more information call 314/388-9840
DAV All Military veterans, Active duty, Guard/Reservists, & Military Spouses Virtual Career Fair
For more information or to register to participate go to https://vr.veterancareerfairs.com/event/vr/login?lang=en_US&mcc=DAV
May 18, 2017
HireLevel (formerly Extra Help) Recruitment Event (General Clerical Support, General Laborers)
St. Patrick Center Worknet (800 N. Tucker Blvd., 4th Floor, St. Louis, MO 63101)
10am – 2pm
For more information call 314/802-0700
HDIS Recruitment Event (warehouse associates)
Missouri Job Center – St. Louis County (715 Northwest Plaza Drive, St. Louis, MO 63074)
10am – 1pm
For more information call 314/615-6010
2nd Annual Illinois-Missouri Regional Job Fair
Machinists’ Hall District 9 (12365 St. Charles Rock Road, Bridgeton, MO 63044)
9am – 10am - Veterans only
10am – Noon - Open to the general public
For more information call 618/277-8939 or 314/657-3559
May 19, 2017
HireLevel (formerly Extra Help) Recruitment Event (General Clerical Support, General Laborers)
Collinsville Food Pantry (201 E. Church St., Collinsville, IL 62234)
9am – 11am
For more information call 618/346-1861
May 22, 2017
HireLevel (formerly Extra Help) Recruitment Event (General Clerical Support, General Laborers)
SLATE Missouri Job Center (1520 Market St., St. Louis, MO 63103)
9am – Noon (Prior to the event register with SLATE Missouri Job Center)
For more information call 314/589-8000
May 24, 2017
Job News St. Louis Job Fair
Doubletree Hotel (1973 Craigshire, St. Louis, MO 63146)
10am – 2pm
For more information go to https://www.jobnewsusa.com/stl
May 31, 2017
St. Louis Job Fair
Doubletree Hotel St. Louis at Westport (1973 Craigshire Road, St. Louis, MO 63146)
9am – 12:30pm
For more information go to https://www.hirelive.com/fair/1322/MO/st-louis/May/31/2017
June 1, 2017
St. Louis Career Fair
Doubletree Hotel St. Louis at Westport (1973 Craigshire Road, St. Louis, MO 63146)
11am – 2pm
For more information go to www.nationalcareerfairs.com
June 5, 2017
12th Annual Congressional Career Fair
Harris-Stowe State University, Emerson Physical Education & Performing Arts Center (St. Louis, MO)
9:30am – 2:30pm
For more information or to register contact Brian Williams at 314/367-1970 or
Job Search/Career Transition Support Groups
The Catholic Employment Network (CEN) Job Search Support Group Meetings
CEN provides job search support services at parish locations throughout the St. Louis area, including monthly job search
support group meetings. To learn about their support and services, please visit www.catholicemploymentnetwork.org and
click on Parish Chapters. All job seekers are invited to contact any CEN parish for job support information.
May 1, 2017 (weekly)
BBJ General Membership Meetings (West County area)
St. Mark Presbyterian Church (601 E. Claymont, Ballwin, MO 63011)
9am – 11am (meets weekly on Monday)