Over 3,500 high school students from Prince Albert and area got to explore future career opportunities on Wednesday.
Several exhibitors had hands-on training activities to give students a real feel for the jobs. Organizers said some employers were hiring on the spot.
“You get to see the jobs in action instead of just learning about them,” said Grade 10 student Jade Perlitz.
“People that actually are in the job industry get to show you their point of view.”
The number of exhibitors reached capacity this year, organizers say.
Students at the event had the chance to learn about different career paths from more than 70 displays, including businesses and post-secondary institutions.
One of the interactive displayers was Parkland Ambulance.
“It gets kids excited,” said Parkland Ambulance Paramedic Emily Rudderham.
“It gives them a glimpse of what working as a paramedic and what healthcare can be.”
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