Washburn Tech Hosts Career Fair

    Topeka, Kan. – Helping students move forward from college to career is the focus of the Washburn University Institute of Technology (Washburn Tech) Career Fair. The two-day event is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Oct. 15 and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Oct. 16 in the Conference Center on the Washburn Tech McPherson Campus at 5724 SW Huntoon St. Area employers will be on hand and students will have a chance to meet them and polish their interview skills.

    This two-day format gives employers more time with each student. Nearly 60 area companies are expected to participate in the 2026 Career Fair.

    On Thursday, Oct. 15, Health Occupations students in the following programs are invited to attend:

• Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Foundations of Healthcare Pathways, Medical Assistant, Nurse Aide (CNA), Phlebotomy, Practical Nursing, Sterile Processing and Surgical Technology

    On Friday, Oct. 16, students in the following programs are invited to attend:

• Manufacturing (Certified Production Technology, Industrial Machine/Maintenance Technology, Industrial Production Technology, Machining & Manufacturing Technology and Welding Technology)
• Construction (Cabinetry& Millwork Manufacturing, Carpentry, Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC), Electrical Technology and Plumbing Technology)
• Design & Technology (Graphics Technology, Information Systems Technology and Engineering Drafting & Design)
• Hospitality (Cosmetology, Culinary Arts and Early Childhood Education)
• Transportation (Collision Repair, Automotive Technology and Diesel Technology)

    Please email tech.studentservices@washburn.edu or call 785-670-2200 with questions.

    Employers can connect with students year-round by accessing washburn.joinhandshake.com/login, a free online job site.

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