The
second edition of the Youth job fair was held with great success at the
International Youth Center – Burgas, bringing together representatives of
businesses, institutions, and numerous young people eager to take first steps
toward professional development. The event provided a valuable opportunity for
direct dialogue between young people who are seeking jobs and their potential
future employers.
The
program began with a panel discussion, where key topics related to the current
labor market situation were addressed. These included the challenges of finding
qualified candidates, the skills and competencies needed for successful labor
market integration, the future of work models and the opportunities available
to youth with no professional experience.
Business
representatives shared valuable practical experience and offered advice to the
young participants. The youth responded with genuine interest, asking questions
on topics that concerned them – from training and qualifications to employment
opportunities.
As
part of the event program, the short film “I Remember”, created by the
talented youth collective Alternative Monday, was screened. The film
inspired many of the attendees with creative interests to pursue and realize
their dreams.
Following
the screening, the exhibition part of the event took place. The young
participants had the chance to visit the stands of various organizations and
companies. Among the participants were the Burgas Labor Office, Municipal
Enterprises “Tourism” and “Clean Eco,” the Museum of aviation – Burgas,
Regional Information Center – Burgas, the Bulgarian Biodiversity Foundation,
Europe Direct, the Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Fraport Twin
Star Airport Management, RecruityTalent, Metinvest, Elkabel, ET Dars, Libra
Group, ORBIS Digital Services, Sutherland, LIDL, Standard and Artistic
Youthfest Burgas.
The
youth learned about each organization’s work, the open job positions and the
profiles of the candidates they were looking for. In addition, consultations
were provided on how to write a CV, prepare for interviews and present
themselves successfully to potential employers.
One
of the most engaging parts of the event was the interactive workshop led by human
resources specialist Zvezda Yordanova. She introduced the young participants to
the LinkedIn platform and emphasized its importance in building a professional
online portfolio – a crucial step for every young person aiming to stand out to
employers and build a career in today’s dynamic labor market.
We would like to express our sincere gratitude to all the representatives of institutions, organizations and companies, as well as to the active young participants who made this event possible.
