Polk State College to Offer Career Expo

Setting students on a path toward success has long been a goal of Polk State College. On April 10, that vision will extend to the entire community.

From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the College will host a Career Expo in the gymnasium on the Winter Haven Campus. The job fair-style event is free and open to all Polk State students and community members.

The Career Expo will feature more than 30 vendors from various industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, education, government, finance, logistics, education, hospitality and tourism, and more.

Recognizable vendors include BayCare, Central Florida Health Care, City of Haines City, Florida Department of Transportation, Habitat for Humanity of East Polk County, Lakeland Regional Health, Legoland Florida Resort, Marriott Vacations Worldwide, MidFlorida Credit Union, Northwestern Mutual, Polk County Public Schools, Polk State College, Saddle Creek Logistics Services, State Attorney's Office, Walgreens, Walmart, and more.

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Polk State College Lake Wales, located on Central Avenue downtown, offers a convenient location for working students and Ridge residents.

About Polk State College

Polk State College is a multi-campus institution serving more than 14,000 students with Bachelor of Applied Science, Bachelor of Science, Associate in Arts, and Associate in Science degrees, as well as 9,000 individuals in a wide range of certificate and workforce training programs. The College also operates three charter high schools.

Polk State's advantages include small class sizes; hands-on learning; dedicated faculty; day and night classes; online options; affordable tuition; excellent financial aid; and a diverse community and vibrant student life, including fine arts opportunities, clubs, and intercollegiate athletics.