Local high school students had the opportunity to explore career paths and employment options during a Job Fair held Wednesday morning at Stone Harbor Resort, aligning with Door County’s busy spring and summer hiring season.

The event brought together 34 businesses representing a wide range of industries from across the peninsula. Employers included Door County Medical Center, Thermatronix, the Door County Sheriff’s Office, NEW Industries, Nicolet Bank, We Are Hope/The Employability Hub, and many others seeking to connect directly with area students.

The hiring event was hosted by the Door County Economic Development Corporation (DCEDC), Northeast Wisconsin Youth Apprenticeship, and CESA 7, all working to strengthen workforce connections between local students and employers.

“We have 34 businesses that are here with us today from all different types of industries, from all over Door County, up and down the peninsula,” said DCEDC Executive Director Michelle Lawrie.

“They are here to engage with the students and tell them about the job opportunities that they have,” Lawrie said, adding that opportunities ranged from summer and part-time positions to full-time employment and youth apprenticeships.

“There are all kinds of opportunities for these students.”