Mattoon, IL-(Effingham Radio)- On April 9 and 10, 2026, Lake Land College and the Education for Employment System 340 will co-host the 8th grade career conference, an annual event designed to help young students discover rewarding, local career paths.
During the event, students will meet with local employers representing a wide range of industries, including agriculture, healthcare, manufacturing, business and more. Students will have the opportunity to ask questions, explore their interests, learn about educational requirements and draw career inspiration from accomplished professionals.
Employers are invited to host a table at the event to connect with students. The event will be held in the Lake Land College Field House from 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. both days. Participating businesses have the option to attend either one or both conference days. A complimentary lunch will also be provided for all company representatives.
Employers interested in attending the event must register ahead of time at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/87PJCHZ
“The 8th grade career conference is a truly impactful experience for these students as they open their minds to the endless possibilities for their futures,” said Perkins Specialist Joy Kaurin. “And it’s always inspiring to have so many local employers and business partners join us for the event and take the time to invest in the future of our region.”
For more information about the 8th grade career conference, contact Kaurin at 217-234-5032 or jkaurin@lakelandcollege.edu.
Lake Land College District 517, located in Mattoon, Illinois, serves the second largest community college district in the state, with a total population of 189,869. The Lake Land College district comprises all or part of 15 counties and 31 public school districts in rural east central Illinois. Counties served by Lake Land College include: Christian, Clark, Clay, Coles, Crawford, Cumberland, Douglas, Edgar, Effingham, Fayette, Jasper, Macon, Montgomery, Moultrie and Shelby.
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