Nearly 800 CMS seniors attend career fair at Bank of America Stadium

The event featured over 50 local companies and helped students explore industries and build early networks

Mar. 25, 2026 at 5:51am

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Nearly 800 Charlotte-Mecklenburg high school seniors recently packed Bank of America Stadium to meet with more than 50 local employers at a career fair. The event allowed students to sharpen their resumes, get professional headshots, and explore different industries as they clarify their post-graduation plans.

Why it matters

The career fair provided a valuable opportunity for CMS students to connect with local businesses and gain insights into potential career paths. As students prepare to transition from high school, events like this can help them make informed decisions about their future and build early professional networks.

The details

The career fair featured representatives from over 50 local companies across various industries. Students were able to speak with employers, learn about different job opportunities, and even get professional headshots to use on their resumes. The event aimed to help students explore career options, sharpen their job-seeking skills, and clarify their post-graduation plans.

  • The career fair took place on March 25, 2026.

The players

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS)

The public school district serving the city of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County, North Carolina.

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The takeaway

Events like this career fair demonstrate the value of providing CMS students with opportunities to connect with local employers and explore potential career paths. By helping students build early professional networks and gain insights into different industries, the fair can support their successful transition from high school to the next stage of their lives.