Persist is excited to host our upcoming Employment & Internship Fair, bringing together employers, students, and recent graduates for an evening focused on career exploration, hiring, and meaningful connection.
STUDENT REGISTRATION | BUSINESS REGISTRATION
This event is designed to connect organizations seeking emerging talent with students and graduates ready to take the next step in their professional journey.
Event Details
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Date: Wednesday, March 11
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Time: 4:00–6:00 PM
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Location: Nashville, TN
Registration is open for both employers and student attendees.
For Employers: Why Participate
The Persist Employment & Internship Fair offers organizations a direct opportunity to engage with motivated, career-ready students and recent graduates who are actively preparing for the workforce.
By participating, employers can:
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Recruit diverse, driven early-career talent
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Share open internships, part-time, and full-time roles
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Build and strengthen early-talent hiring pipelines
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Increase brand visibility among emerging professionals
Persist students receive ongoing coaching and career readiness support, ensuring employers meet candidates who are prepared, professional, and engaged.
For Students: Why Attend
Students and recent graduates are invited to attend the fair to explore opportunities, build confidence, and connect directly with employers.
By attending, students can:
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Learn about internships, part-time, and full-time roles
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Network with employers across multiple industries
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Practice professional communication and career conversations
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Explore career pathways aligned with their interests and goals
This event is open to students at all stages of their career journey, whether exploring options or actively seeking employment.
Industries Represented
Students and employers can expect opportunities across a variety of industries, including:
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Healthcare and public health
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Technology and data
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Business, finance, and professional services
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Education, nonprofit, and public sector
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Marketing, media, and creative fields
A Focus on Career Readiness
Persist’s approach goes beyond access to opportunity. Students attending the fair are supported through coaching that emphasizes:
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Resume and interview preparation
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Professional communication
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Career exploration and goal setting
This ensures students are confident and prepared to engage with employers, and employers are able to meet candidates ready to contribute and grow.
Join Us
The Persist Employment & Internship Fair is more than a hiring event—it’s a space where opportunity, preparation, and connection meet.
Whether you are an employer looking to hire or a student ready to explore what’s next, we invite you to join us on March 11.