Events

On the GCAMP Calendar of Events you will find:

  • Career/Job Fairs – These are hiring events, often held in anticipation of an upcoming high school or community college graduation, meant to help graduating students find jobs.   Manufacturers - find your next employees here!
  • Career Expos - (also sometimes called Showcases or Trades Fairs) These events are slightly different from job fairs.   They are geared towards younger students to encourage them to pursue a career in industry.   The students at these events are not seeking jobs yet, but they are looking for information about possibly pursuing careers in industry.   Manufacturers are invited to these events to introduce the next generation to the field of manufacturing. 
  • Mock Interviews -These events are for students to learn interviewing skills.  Industry professionals are needed to help conduct the mock interviews, and employers sometimes find potential real-life hires at mock interviews.
  • Advisory Meetings – These meetings allow industry experts an opportunity to give their input on how educators can refine their programs for current trends and technology.  These are great events to connect industry with education.
  • Competition Judge Requests – Student skills competitions are great ways for members of industry to meet skilled students and educators.  Plus, they are often a fun way for those in industry to volunteer their time and give back to the community. 
  • Awards & Scholarships - Awards refer to contests or competitions for people, frequently students, in manufacturing.  Scholarships on our page are for students to help fund their education beyond high school.   See the scholarship descriptions for more details. 

Do you have an upcoming event that you would like us to add to the GCAMP Events calendar?  Tell us about it! 

Upcoming Events

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Lake Park High School District 108 Career Fair

The purpose of this event is to create awareness and exposure for students about career paths and opportunities across a variety of industries and to have our students engage in conversations with industry professionals as they plan for their postsecondary options. The event will provide students with an immersive learning opportunity to connect with industry professionals to learn about their many career options and paths after high school. Lake Park values our professional community and we are looking forward to including you in this important educational event for our students. 

Sign up by February 20th.

Have fun talking about your career with our students! We ask that each participant provide some sort of hands-on activity or demonstration (video, activity) to engage students in learning about their industry.  Our goal is to have individuals represent their organization/industry/businesses to provide engagingpractical, and informative booths that represent all of the Illinois recognized career pathway endorsements. Approximately 1200 students will be visiting the various participants from grades 9 and 10 at the Lake Park East Campus. A light breakfast and lunch will be provided.  

March 16th, 2026 07:55 AM - March 16th, 2026 02:56 PM

Lake Park High School - East Campus 600 Medinah Rd Roselle, IL 60172

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North Chicago Community High School

North Chicago Community High School will be hosting our Annual Career Fair for all students on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 from 10:30  A.M.- 2:50 P.M with company arrival beginning at 9 A.M. Lunch will be provided around noon.  Please complete this form before Friday, January 30, 2026.  Additional information will be sent to participants the first week of February.

  • 850+ attendees
  • 9-12 grade
  • Internship ready

March 17th, 2026 09:00 AM - March 17th, 2026 02:50 PM

1717 17th St, North Chicago IL 60064

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Grant Community High School

Grant Community High School Career Fair

The fair will take place in our Fieldhouse from 9:25 to 3:10. Registration will close on March 4th.

  • 1700+ students
  • Certifications
  • Juniors & Seniors

March 18th, 2026 09:25 AM - March 18th, 2026 03:10 PM

285 Grand Ave, Fox Lake, IL 60020

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Tech Campus Career Expo Registration

  • Tech Today: Dedicated to Tomorrow
  • Registration opens Friday, January 16 at 8:00 a.m.: Tech Campus Career Expo 2026 Registration
  • Registration closes March 4th
  • $25 registration fee, with all proceeds supporting our Career Expo Partnership Scholarship
  • Thanks to you, we raised $4,000 for students last year
  • Career Expo Day logistics will be shared in mid-February

    Additional Ways to Partner

  • Guest speaking opportunities
  • Team-Based Challenge Mentorship
  • CTE Month (February) engagements
  • And so much more… 

    Give Me TEN+TECH50 Work-Based Learning Program

  • Students are still seeking internships. We assume liability, and students receive a stipend after completing 60 hours.
  • Thank you for your continued partnership and support of our future-ready students.

March 19th, 2026 12:00 AM - March 19th, 2026 11:59 PM

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Annual Regional Job Fair

Alignment Collaborative for Education and the Northern Kane County Regional Vocational System Region 110 invite you to their Annual Regional Job Fair.

This job fair provides a valuable opportunity to connect with students from the following high schools:

  • Community Unit School District 300
    • Dundee Crown High School 
    • Jacobs High School
    • Hampshire High School
  • Community Unit School District 301
    • Central High School
  • Community Unit School District 303
    • St. Charles East
    • St. Charles North
  • School District U-46
    • Bartlett High School
    • Elgin High School
    • Larkin High School 
    • South Elgin High School
    • Streamwood

Students from the region’s CTE programs will come prepared with resumes in hand, eager to meet with you, learn more about your organization, and explore potential entry-level job opportunities within your company. The job fair is also a wonderful opportunity to promote part-time summer positions with sophomore, junior, and senior level students present. 

Why Participate?
Meet motivated, work-ready high school students
Promote your organization and available job opportunities
Support local workforce development and talent pipelines

REGISTER by FEBRUARY 20th- it is free, quick, and easy! If you have any questions or need further information, please don’t hesitate to reach out:

📩 Alignment Collaborative for Education – Edgar Montes | montesace@align4edu.org
📩Northern Kane County Regional Vocational System – Todd Stirn | t.stirn@central301.net

March 25th, 2026 09:00 AM - March 25th, 2026 02:00 PM

Elgin Community College’s Field House Events Center (Building J)

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Past Events

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CAD/Engineering Program Advisory Meeting

We are seeking your input regarding best practices in the field, equipment and technology needs for the program, and the skills and/or credentials you are seeking in employment candidates. Your feedback is critical for the success of our students. Attend In Person or Remotely- receive the link after completing registration.Please consider joining us or sending a representative from your organization.  Visit our website for more details about this program:Computer-Aided Design and DraftingPlease register by 11/12 or contact agaspar@waubonsee.edu. 

November 14th, 2025 07:30 AM - November 14th, 2025 09:00 AM

In Person at Waubonsee Community College- Sugar Grove Campus- Collins Hall 205 (North Entrance-N1 Parking Lot) OR Attend Remotely

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Maximizing Potential- Virtual Workshop on Disability Employment

You are invited!Discover practical strategies to tap into a valuable yet often-overlooked talent pool, enhance workplace inclusion, and access available state resources for disability employment. This complimentary virtual workshop—offered by the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in collaboration with the Illinois Division of Rehabilitation Services and Stannum Core Solutions—is tailored specifically for small to mid-sized Illinois manufacturers. Participating companies will gain insights into how disability inclusion can strengthen workplace culture, boost innovation, and improve overall productivity.Who is eligible?Manufacturing companies in Illinois with fewer than 500 employees. We invite you to register for the upcoming virtual workshop on Thursday November 13, 2025.Prior to the workshopComplete a short, 10-minute survey to help us tailor our content to better meet your needs. As a token of appreciation, the first 200 eligible respondents will receive a $10 Starbuck gift card. They survey will remain open through October 15.https://illinois.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_efgVUZBnH0q9djw 

November 13th, 2025 09:00 AM - November 13th, 2025 12:00 PM

Virtual

11.6.25 D300 Career Fair

District 300 Pathway & Career Fair

Help D300 students explore future career paths, connect with local industries, and get a head start on preparing for the workforce. We invite local employers and community organizations to host a table and showcase career opportunities. Who: Local employers & community organizations are invited to host tables. This open to all D300 middle and high school students and their families. What: Host a table at our Pathway & Career FairQuestions? Email Mr. Jon Anderson, Coordinator of College and Career Readiness jonathan.anderson@d300.org  Register: Using the link

November 6th, 2025 06:00 PM - November 6th, 2025 08:00 PM

Jacobs High School- Field House. 2601 Bunker Hill Dr. Algonquin

11.6.25 D219 Career Fair Flyer

District 219 "Focus on Your Future" Career Expo & Job Fair

District 219 invites you to participate in our annual "Focus on Your Future" Career Expo and Job Fair. Please note that we're holding this event only once this year, making it an especially valuable opportunity to connect with our exceptional students and engaged parent community.This event provides a unique platform for you to showcase your outstanding programs and employment opportunities directly to our high school students. We encourage all partners to join us in helping students discover diverse career pathways, build meaningful connections with industry professionals like yourself, and gain valuable insights into their future career and employment options.We look forward to your participation in this important community event! 

November 6th, 2025 06:00 PM - November 6th, 2025 08:00 PM

Niles North High School 9800 Lawler Ave., Skokie

FVCC Open house 11/6/25

FVCC Open House

November 6th, 2025 05:30 PM - November 6th, 2025 08:00 PM

Maple Park, 47W326 Keslinger Rd, Maple Park, IL 60151, USA