Student and Educator Resources
Students at the NW Youth Careers Expo will have the opportunity to learn about the region’s broad range of careers and pathways; engage in hands-on activities; hear from diverse voices sharing career tips; meet leading employers, colleges and training programs; practice mock interviews; and take away helpful resources.
For Educators
Check out the teacher packet! It has resources for preparing yourself and your students for the Expo including a timeline checklist, student activity ideas and example print-outs, permission slips and more.
Bus Driver Resource For Teachers
Teachers, make sure to prepare your bus drivers! The Expo sees a lot of traffic around the convention center! Check out this bus driver resource and make sure to share it with your bus driver.
These slides can help you prepare students, fellow teachers or chaperones.
For Students
This map of the convention center includes a lot of important Expo features and experiences! Check it out so you are ready to navigate expo when you arrive. (Click the map for a larger view.)
Get a feel for the Expo! Watch this upbeat 1-minute "sizzle reel" (highlight video) from 2023 to get an idea of the Expo experience.
This schedule outlines the schedule of different career talks offered during Expo. These 25-minute group sessions are designed to boost your career readiness. No registration necessary for Expo participants, just drop in!
Mock interviews are a big part of the Expo. A mock interview is an invaluable resource to practice your interview and resume skills before trying to get a job. Check out our mock interview resource page to get ready before the Expo, and click here to view the mock interview questions beforehand.
To help you get around, the Expo Hall is divided into Zones. Each Zone showcases major industries and career paths. Check out this handout to see the Expo 2024 zones and represented industries, as well as some hot Expo tips!
Expo is huge and there are a lot of exhibitors. Look over the list of exhibitors and plan for which ones you want to make sure to visit.
Need a sensory break?
The Expo is a large community event. Some students may appreciate taking a sensory break during their Expo experience. The Chill Room, near the mock interview area, is a quiet space with fidgets and a calming vibe.
Expo Tips for Students
The Expo is a great chance to learn about careers and hear from employers about next steps after graduation. Planning ahead will help you make the most of the event.
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Read up beforehand
Visit our exhibitor page to get a sense of what employers will be present. Don’t just scan the list for familiar names! Research smaller employers and unexpected exhibitors, too.
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Go on a fact-finding mission.
Select five employers to visit and brainstorm questions for them. (What skills are necessary for this career? What type of education/training do you need? What is the salary range? What do you like most about your job, and what are the biggest challenges? Here are a few more.)
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Try out Expo2Go
The Expo2Go is an online resource where you can identify your career interests and learn more about top employers, colleges and training programs in the region.
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Student Tips PDF
Check out this PDF with some of the top tips for navigating the expo.
Expo Directory
Expo Homepage
PWA Expo Breakfast
Sponsorship
Meet our Sponsors
Become a Sponsor
Exhibitor
Meet our Exhibitors
Become an Exhibitor
Tips & Resources
Students & Teachers
Attend the Expo
Students & Educator Resources
Mock Interviews &
Career Talks
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