Discover Your Path: Career Exploration Event for Teens!

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Join us for Discover Your Path: A Career Exploration Event at the Mitchell Park Community Center! This engaging and interactive event is designed for teens and young adults eager to explore diverse career opportunities, gain valuable skills, and connect with professionals from various industries.

What to Expect

  • Career Fair: Meet professionals from fields like public service, vocational trades, arts, and social impact. Learn about job opportunities, required skills, and career pathways. 
  • Career Panels – Hear from experts as they share insights on different industries, their career journeys, and advice for young professionals.
  • Interactive Activities
    • Resume Review & Building Station – Get professional feedback on your resume.
    • Mock Interview Practice – Sharpen your interview skills with real-world practice.
    • Skills Demos & Workshops – Hands-on sessions in vocational trades, digital tools, and creative industries.
  • Networking Opportunities – Mingle with professionals, ask questions, and build connections in a casual setting with refreshments.
  • Raffles & Giveaways – Win gift cards, mentorship sessions, and career resources!

Don't miss this chance to take the next step toward your future!

If you are an organization, or an individual who would like to participate in this event, please email Chris Sanchez at teen.services@paloalto.gov

If you are a professional interested in participating, fill out the form below.

Event Schedule

10 a.m. Event starts / Keynote: Councilmember Lythcott-Haims 

10 a.m. 1 p.m. Vendor Tabling

10:15 a.m. Panel Event in El Palo Alto

11:15 a.m. Speech from Mayor Vicki Veenker

11:30 a.m. Workshops: Resume Review / Building and Job Interview Techniques in Adobe Room

1 p.m. Event ends 

When

  • Saturday, February 28, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM

Location

Mitchell Park Community Center, 3700 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, CA, 94303, View Map

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