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OCALA, Fla. (July 8, 2025) – New job opportunities are about to heat up at the Summer Job Fair on Thursday, July 24 from 5-7 p.m. at Howard Academy Community Center, 306 NW Seventh Ave., Building 3, in Ocala.
The job fair is hosted by CareerSource Citrus Levy Marion in collaboration with the Marion County Hospital District and its Community Home Project.
The event is free and open to all job seekers whether they live in Citrus, Levy, Marion, neighboring or other counties. Those planning to attend are asked to register at bit.ly/SUMMERJOBFAIR2025.
“Once again we are pleased to work with such outstanding community partners to offer this summer job fair,” said Dale French, executive vice president of CareerSource CLM. “This gives job seekers an ideal opportunity to find full- or part-time positions from among a variety of industries including healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing and public service.”
To date, the following businesses plan to participate: AutoZone Distribution Center, Advent Health, Colen Built Development (On Top of the World), Cone Distributing, Fidelity Manufacturing, 5/3 Bank (OTOW branch), Florida Department of Children and Families, Life-Line Institute of Ocala, Marion County Board of County Commissioners, McLane, SMA Healthcare, The Villages Operating Company, and World Equestrian Center.
Representatives from CareerSource CLM and its youth services provider, Eckerd Connects Workforce Development, will also be on hand to assist attendees with applications and other services.
Prior to attending the event, job seekers are encouraged to complete a full registration at EmployFlorida.com or update an existing registration. Participants are also urged to dress appropriately, bring printed copies of a current resume, and be prepared to discuss skills and qualifications with hiring managers.
Those interested in preparing for the job fair and/or registering with Employ Florida are invited to stop by any CareerSource CLM career center for fee-free staff assistance. Centers are open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Citrus County at 683 S. Adolph Point, in Lecanto; in Levy County at 2175 NW 11th Dr., in Chiefland; and in Marion County at 2703 NE 14th St., in Ocala.
For more information and updates on participating businesses, call 800-434-JOBS or visit careersourceclm.com/calendar.
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CareerSource Citrus Levy Marion is the region’s leader in workforce development, connecting businesses with qualified, skilled talent and job candidates with employment and career development opportunities. CareerSource CLM is a member of CareerSource Florida and a proud partner of the American Job Center network. CareerSource CLM is supported by the U.S. Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and other agencies as part of awards totaling $9.4 million (revised annually). Unless otherwise stipulated, all statements, news releases, requests for proposals, bid solicitations and other applicable documents are fully funded from federal sources.
CareerSource CLM is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities and in Spanish. All voice telephone numbers listed above may be reached by persons using TTY/TDD equipment via the Florida Relay Service at 711. If you need accommodations, call 800-434-5627, ext. 7878 or e-mail [email protected]. Please make request at least three business days in advance. Stay connected with CareerSource Citrus Levy Marion on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and LinkedIn.
Marion County Hospital District is a governmental agency founded by the Florida Legislature in 1965 to oversee the healthcare of Marion County residents. Governed by seven Trustees appointed by the Marion County Bord of County Commissioners, MCHD connects residents with resources that support community focused wellness and health through strategic initiatives and programs such as the Community Home Project in partnership with Marion County Public Schools.
Community Home Project assists families with employment, educational tutoring and continuing education, healthcare navigation and dental clinics, and fitness and nutrition classes. The free services are offered at Howard Academy.