Candidate Testimonials
From candidates who have attended our Job Fairs
"I have attended the Plymouth Jobs Fair today. I’ve had some really useful and informative chats that have helped me recognise how to further my skills and experience."
Johny, Plymouth Jobs Fair08/05/2024"This is my first Jobs Fair. I have found it really successful and it has shown me what work is available locally. I have 2 organisations I can follow up from attending today."
Andrew, Plymouth Jobs Fair08/05/2024"I spoke to about 4 or 5 different companies today that I’m keen to go after and pursue from the event. It’s great to have a face to face meeting with the employers rather than submitting CVs online that may get lost. It’s definitely worthwhile attending, it gives people the chance to show employers what they can do in person."
Chris, Bournemouth Jobs Fair08/05/2024"I only decided to attend the Jobs Fair this morning. I’m glad I attended as I’ve had some informative conversations that will help me move forward and progress in my chosen career."
Izzi, Plymouth Jobs Fair08/05/2024"I came here today to explore new opportunities for a career path. I was not sure what to expect when I signed up, however, it has been interesting to talk to different kinds of companies and organisations. They have roles I would not have previously thought of and have opened my eyes to different career options."
Bella, Bournemouth Jobs Fair08/05/2024"I have recently found myself unemployed and have come to the Jobs Fair today to see what is available. I feel this has been very successful and have some good leads to follow up."
Sam, Plymouth Jobs Fair08/05/2024"I have popped down today to help open my eyes as to what jobs are available locally. It’s helped me see how I can transfer my current skills and experience. I have had some promising conversations and have a potential offer to follow up. Definitely worthwhile attending."
Ollie, Plymouth Jobs Fair08/05/2024"The job fair was a great opportunity for me to find out more information about a potential teaching position for my partner, who is currently qualifying. Everyone I spoke to was really lovely and very knowledgeable. "
Purdey, Bournemouth Jobs Fair08/05/2024"I’ve come today looking for a career change. There has been a lot of employers here who are friendly and welcoming, the job boards are a great place to start as you can see what type of jobs you’re likely to find in the room. It's been a great experience today and I'm looking forward to my next role."
Clare, Middlesbrough Jobs Fair03/05/2024
"Really happy with the outcome of today. Had plenty of promising conversations with the businesses recruiting."
Stewart, Middlesbrough, 03/05/2024
"I wasn’t expecting very much from today but I’m very glad I came, I’ve found some really promising opportunities. I have even been offered a trial day with an employer which I’m looking forward to."
Morgan, Huddersfield, 01/05/2024
"I wasn’t expecting very much from today but I’m very glad I came, I’ve found some really promising opportunities. I have even been offered a trial day with an employer which I’m looking forward to."
Morgan, Huddersfield, 01/05/2024
"I wasn’t going to come today, I only got my ticket yesterday. I’m so glad I attended as I have now found the pathway I need to help me move forward in my career. This has been so helpful to me and I’m glad I took the time to attend."
Shanny, Huddersfield, 01/05/2024
"I wasn’t going to come today, I only got my ticket yesterday. I’m so glad I attended as I have now found the pathway I need to help me move forward in my career. This has been so helpful to me and I’m glad I took the time to attend."
Shanny, Huddersfield, 01/05/2024
"It was good to see more than just job vacancies at this event. I put my name down to do some training courses to improve my skills."
Aneesa, West Brom, 26/04/2024
"Such a positive experience. Great to see so many hiring companies."
Edward, Norwich, 26/04/2024
"A BIG thank you for organising your Jobs Fair events. My son graduated from university and started an office job with a 3-month probation period. A week before the probation ended, he was ‘let go’ without much explanation. It felt out of the blue and we realised that they took on a number of people for just one vacancy and let a number of new starters go. The whole experience knocked my son’s self confidence and motivation. After that he was reluctant to apply for jobs saying things like ‘I won’t be able to do that’, or ‘they won’t want me’. He did apply to some online but didn’t always get a response which again was fuelling his negative mindset. I persuaded him to attend a Jobs Fair. He reluctantly walked in with me and told me that ‘there was nothing going to be there for him, and it was a waste of our time!’ However, the event was bright, informal and inviting, we walked round all the stalls. Everyone was positive and extremely approachable. Not everything was relevant to my son as there was stands from very different industries, I would say something for everyone. Within 10 minutes he had engaged in conversation with people from companies. They were saying things like, ‘you’re just what we are looking for’, ‘have you considered this…?’, ‘we would never treat anyone like that, you’ve been unlucky’ and ‘we would love to give you an opportunity'. In no time I left him there happily chatting to companies. I can honestly say the whole experience boosted his confidence and gave him his Mojo back. He now has a full time job, which he loves and is thriving at and enjoys much more than the original job he had and he feels that they ‘did him a favour’ by letting him go! I have no doubt that he wouldn’t be in such a good place now if it had not been for The Jobs Fair. The fact you provide an informal face to face contact for people looking for work and various employers is priceless, please keep doing it. You don’t realise what a positive impact it has on people. Thank you!"
Ros, Norwich, 24/01/2024
"A BIG thank you for organising your Jobs Fair events. My son graduated from university and started an office job with a 3-month probation period. A week before the probation ended, he was ‘let go’ without much explanation. It felt out of the blue and we realised that they took on a number of people for just one vacancy and let a number of new starters go. The whole experience knocked my son’s self confidence and motivation. After that he was reluctant to apply for jobs saying things like ‘I won’t be able to do that’, or ‘they won’t want me’. He did apply to some online but didn’t always get a response which again was fuelling his negative mindset. I persuaded him to attend a Jobs Fair. He reluctantly walked in with me and told me that ‘there was nothing going to be there for him, and it was a waste of our time!’ However, the event was bright, informal and inviting, we walked round all the stalls. Everyone was positive and extremely approachable. Not everything was relevant to my son as there was stands from very different industries, I would say something for everyone. Within 10 minutes he had engaged in conversation with people from companies. They were saying things like, ‘you’re just what we are looking for’, ‘have you considered this…?’, ‘we would never treat anyone like that, you’ve been unlucky’ and ‘we would love to give you an opportunity'. In no time I left him there happily chatting to companies. I can honestly say the whole experience boosted his confidence and gave him his Mojo back. He now has a full time job, which he loves and is thriving at and enjoys much more than the original job he had and he feels that they ‘did him a favour’ by letting him go! I have no doubt that he wouldn’t be in such a good place now if it had not been for The Jobs Fair. The fact you provide an informal face to face contact for people looking for work and various employers is priceless, please keep doing it. You don’t realise what a positive impact it has on people. Thank you!"
Ros, Norwich, 24/01/2024
"I have found the Sunderland Job Fair very helpful. It has opened my eyes to what is available locally in Sunderland."
Vicki, Sunderland, 24/04/2024
"Found some really useful CV/Career Advice from Seetec at the event. Hoping it will help me on my way to securing a new job."
Mason, Swindon, 19/04/2024
"Huge variety of sectors today, so many opportunities!"
Kateryna, Manchester, 18/04/2024
