Jobs in the Gym gives students employment options

The Great River Economic Development Foundation (GREDF) and the Quincy Area
Vocational Technical Center (QAVTC) are proud to announce the Jobs in the Gym event, aimed at
helping area high school students explore career pathways and connect with local employers. This
event, formerly known as Careers in the Commons, took place on November 20, 2024, in the
Quincy High School gymnasium, running from 7:30am to 2:30pm.

Jobs in the Gym is designed to give high school juniors and seniors a unique opportunity to interact
with representatives from local businesses, learn about potential job opportunities, and explore
various career fields. By gathering a diverse range of industries and businesses under one roof, this
event provides students with direct access to information on job roles, skill requirements, and
potential career paths that are available locally.

“We are excited to partner with QAVTC in hosting Jobs in the Gym,” said Cole Schwartz, Director of
Workforce Development at GREDF. “This event goes beyond a traditional job fair; it allows students
to discover industries, speak directly with professionals, and learn firsthand about what it takes to
succeed in different career fields.”

30 employers across the Quincy area have already signed up for this event. Jobs in the Gym offers businesses a valuable platform to engage with young talent and inform students about potential career opportunities within their organizations.