Project H.O.P.E. will host the Job and Resource Fair on Wednesday, February 15 at Florence-Darlington Technical College's SiMT building from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Several companies, including Johnson Controls, Inc., Honda of South Carolina, United Way of Florence, the U.S. Air Force and Bravo! Event and Party Rentals, are will be there looking to fill available positions.
Applicants are encouraged to bring several copies of their resume and talk to the employers.
"This job and resource fair gives unemployed and under-employed Florence County residents the chance to showcase their talents and skills. Many are ready and willing to work hard, but often need a place to start. We are happy to help in any way we can to improve the employment rate in the area and help residents to jumpstart their career," Project H.O.P.E. Director Les Echols said in a press release.
Project H.O.P.E. is a program aimed at addressing the causes and effects of unemployment in the region. It's funded by Johnson Controls, Inc. and United Way of Florence County. The organization aims to coordinate job training services and facilitate job placement in the Pee Dee region.
For more information on Project H.O.P.E. or to learn how to get involved, visit www.uwflorence.org or contact the United Way of Florence County at (843) 662-2407.
