FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
April 20, 2009

County aims to help teens find jobs
Employers urged to register, attend May 9 event in Red Bank

RED BANK – Monmouth County is looking for employers to participate in the 2009 Teen Summer Jobs Fair from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on May 9, at the Red Bank Family Health & Fitness Center, 166 Maple Ave. 

The event is a partnership of the Monmouth County Division of Employment and Training, the NJ Dept. of Labor & Workforce Development and the Community YMCA. Working together, the group is focused on providing employers with teen applicants for summer jobs.

“This job fair provides an opportunity for employers and job seekers alike to recognize possibilities,” Freeholder Amy A. Mallet, liaison to the county’s Department of Human Services, said. “This is a great effort and commitment to provide our younger population with viable summer job opportunities.”

There is no cost for employers or job seekers to attend. Employers are welcome and must register to participate. For table reservations, call (732) 671-5505, x 16 or register online at www.TheCommunityYMCA.org.  Potential participants may email questions to may9teenjobs@cymca.org.

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