Job & Career Fair: Job Seekers
2026 BBCC Job & Career Fair
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Attend two Microsoft‑Sponsored workshops during the Job & Career Fair on April 23rd to strengthen your professional readiness.
Careers in the Data Center Industry Q & A
Time: 11:00 am – 11:45 am
Location: ATEC Classrooms 1855 A & B
Moderator
- Name: Lisa Karstetter
- Role: Microsoft Senior Manager, Community, Washington State
Panelists:
- Name: Alain Zuniga
- Role: Microsoft Data Center Academy Scholarship Recipient
- Name: Shaun Devine
- Role: Sabey Director of Operations
- Name: Cesar Moreno
- Role: Microsoft Senior Data Center Technician
- Name: Michell Valdivia
- Role: Big Bend Community College & Microsoft Data Center Academy Faculty
- Name: AJ Pieczynski
- Role: Data Center Critical Environment Engineer
Job Readiness & Workforce Preparation
Time: 12:15 pm – 1:00 pm
Location: ATEC Classrooms 1855 A & B
Organizer:
- Name: Bharti Gupta
- Role: Microsoft Specialist Recruiter
Speakers:
- Name: Bharti Gupta
- Role: Microsoft Specialist Recruiter
- Name: Ryan Rodriguez
- Role: Microsoft Senior Recruiter
Workshop Focus Areas:
- Resume Building: Practical tips and proven strategies to stand out
- LinkedIn Profile Optimization: Best practices for building a strong professional presence
- Interview Preparation: Effective techniques, best practices, and key do’s and don’ts.
2026 Confirmed Exhibitors
City/County/Government/ Military/State
BBCC Human Resources Department
Family Services of Grant County
Grant County Juvenile Youth Services
Grant County Public Works
Grant County PUD
Grant County Sheriff's Office
Grant County Veterans Services
Grant Transit Authority
MACC 911 Dispatch
Moses Lake Police Department
Moses Lake School District Human Resources Department
Puget Sound Naval Shipyard
Spokane Police Department
US Navy
Washington Army National Guard
Washington State Department of Agriculture
Education/Training
BBCC Aviation Maintenance Technology Program
BBCC Agricultural Program
BBCC Applied Bachelor Degrees in Applied Management & Behavioral Health
BBCC Automotive Program
BBCC Business Information Management/Business/Accounting Programs
BBCC Computer Science Program
BBCC Early Childhood Education Program
BBCC Manufacturing & Process Technology Program
BBCC Nursing Program
BBCC Welding Program
Central Washington University
Charter College
Eastern Washington University
Institute of Beauty Professionals
Moses Lake School District Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program
Washington State University
Washington State University College of Nursing - Yakima
Healthcare/Wellness/Medical
All Ways Caring
Columbia Basin Health Association
Confluence Health
Coulee Medical Center
Fresenius Medical Care
Genesis Healthcare
Life Flight Network
LifeLine Ambulance
Molina Healthcare
Moses Lake Community Health Center
Othello Community Hospital
Samaritan Healthcare
Manufacturing/Industry/Technology
Absolute Choice Electric LLC
AeroTEC
Beef Northwest Feeders
Bud Clary Auto Group
Columbia Technology Solutions
Fastenal
Inland Tarp & Cover
Janicki
JR Simplot
Kehl Farms LLC/ Farmer Bean and Seed LLC
Local 14 Ironworkers Apprenticeship
LTI, Inc.
McCain Foods
Microsoft (Event Sponsor)
Moses Lake Industries
National Frozen Foods Corporation
Okanagan Specialty Fruits
Quincy Foods
Quincy-Columbia Basin Irrigation District
REIC Rentals
Sabey Data Centers
Sila Nanotechnology
Other
Chandler Insurance Solutions LLC
Chelan-Douglas Community Action Council
Columbia Basin Officials Association
Express Employment Professionals
Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Moses Lake
Impact Staffing Solutions LLC
Shaklee
Michael's on the Lake, Michael's Market & Bistro, & Rock Top Burgers & Brew
The Gorge Amphitheatre
Partners
BBCC Workforce Education Services
Columbia Basin Job Corps CCC
Department of Service for the Blind
DSHS/DVR
Employment Security Department/WorkSource
OIC of Washington
SkillSource
The Job & Career Fair is your opportunity to connect with employers, explore career options, and even land a job or internship! To make the most of the event, follow these tips and resources to prepare.
Resume & Cover Letter Resources
- Resume Templates: Indeed Resume Templates
- Cover Letter Tips: The Balance Careers – Cover Letter Guide
Resume Workshop & Resume Lab
Monday, April 13 & 20
1:00–2:00 PM | Resume Workshop
Learn how to build a strong, effective resume.
2:00–4:00 PM | Resume Lab
Get hands-on help refining your resume for the Job & Career Fair on April 23.
📍 Transfer & Career Center
Building 1400, Room 1413
Questions? careerservices@bigbend.edu
Interview Preparation
- Common Interview Questions: The Muse – Common Interview Questions & Answers
- Virtual Interview Tips: LinkedIn – Virtual Interview Guide
Networking & Elevator Pitch
- How to Introduce Yourself to Employers: Elevator Speech Example
- Networking at Career Fairs: Career Fair Networking Guide
LinkedIn & Online Presence
- Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile: Forbes – Profile Optimization Tips
What to Wear & Professionalism
- Dressing for Success: Monster Jobs – What to Wear to a Job Fair
- Professional Etiquette at Career Fairs: Handshake – Career Fair Etiquette