Career Discovery Events

Spring registration is now open!

Career Exploration Days

Hosted at a DMACC location, these events allow 9-12th grade students, parents and educators to explore a career pathway by attending hands-on activity sessions and demonstrations. They will learn about DMACC educational programs and connect to future careers and professionals. Transportation is the student’s responsibility.

Creative Arts Day at Mainframe Studios

Date: Friday, March 24, 2023
Time: Check-In 9:40-10:00 AM, Event 10:00 AM – 1:45 PM
Description: Do people describe you as creative or imaginative? Join us for Creative Arts Day at Mainframe Studios where over 200 artists are in residence representing a broad array of creative production from fashion, filmmaking, furniture, glass blowing, painting, photography, multimedia, sculpture, stained glass and much more. Mainframe Studios is a financially self-sustaining nonprofit providing affordable workspaces to advance equity and opportunities in the arts. You will have the opportunity to attend an interactive program session, explore studios and meet artists, hear from an artist panel and eat lunch.

Location:
Mainframe Studios
900 Keosauqua Way,
Des Moines, IA 50309

Registration is closed. The event has reached capacity. Please email wbl@dmacc.edu to be placed on the waitlist.

Auto/Diesel Day at DMACC Ankeny

Date: Friday, April 7, 2023

Time: 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Description: Come explore the Automotive and Diesel Career Pathways through 5 interactive sessions with faculty and employers covering:

Employer Panel – learn from professionals!
Auto Collision Technology
Auto Mechanics Technology
Diesel Technology
Manufacturer Based Internship Programs (which allow students to have a paid work experience while earning their 2-year degree. These programs include GM ASEP, Ford ASSET, MOPAR CAP).

Enjoy meeting employers, faculty, and previous students while learning about Automotive and Diesel Career Pathways. Lunch is included.

Location:
DMACC Ankeny Campus – Building 13
2006 South Ankeny Blvd.
Ankeny, IA 50023

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Healthcare Exploration Day at DMACC Southridge Center

Date: Tuesday, April 18, 2023
Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Description: This event is for 9-12th grade students interested in exploring future educational and career opportunities in health care. There are many different types of careers in the healthcare industry, both patient and non-patient facing that make up an organization. From the nurse who helps care for patients, to the imaging staff, to the paramedics and EMTs who take care of patients pre-hospital and through transfers. You will explore all of the different opportunities in healthcare from a clinical side through conversations and activities with over 13 different departments through MercyOne, UnityPoint, and Broadlawns healthcare professionals. In addition, you’ll learn about educational opportunities in these fields from DMACC, Des Moines University, Grandview, and Mercy College.

Location:
DMACC Southridge Center
111 E Army Post Rd
Des Moines, IA 50315

Registration is closed. The event has reached capacity. Please email wbl@dmacc.edu to be placed on the waitlist.

Build My Future

Date: Wednesday, April 19, 2023
Time: TBD

Description: The Build My Future event, which showcases high-skill, high-wage, in-demand careers in Iowa’s skilled trades, allows students to explore and participate in hands-on activities in carpentry, electricity, welding, roofing, masonry, plumbing, advanced manufacturing, computer-aided design, architecture modeling, heavy equipment, and more. This immersive event puts students in the middle of the action so they can see the different career paths available in Iowa with varying levels of training and education required. Additional pathways being featured include: Healthcare, IT and Agriculture!

Location:
Iowa State Fairgrounds

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Worksite Industry Tours

These events are hosted by a business and open to 11th and 12th graders. Students will meet with professionals to learn about the business and specific careers. These events are for students only and transportation is the student’s responsibility.

Explore Retail, Operations & Distribution, Transportation Logistics, Engineering/Construction/Maintenance at Fareway Stores, Inc.

Date: Thursday, March 30, 2023
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Description: Explore Fareway Stores, Inc. a growing Midwest grocery company currently operating more than 130 grocery store locations with over 12,000 employees. During this event, students will explore Fareway’s Corporate Campus’ Distribution Center, and learn about what goes on behind the scenes to get products to customers. From construction teams building store locations and electricians lighting up the buildings, to order pickers gathering product and truck drivers delivering to Fareway’s 7 state region, there’s no limit to the careers they have available! Learn more about Fareway careers beyond the four walls of this growing grocery store chain! Tour focus areas include: retail, warehouse & distribution, trucking/traffic/transportation logistics, and engineering/construction/maintenance.

Location:
Fareway Stores, Inc.
2300 Industrial Park Rd.
Boone, IA 50036

Registration is closed. The event has reached capacity. Please email wbl@dmacc.edu to be placed on the waitlist.

Explore DMACC’s Electric Utility Program at Iowa Association of Municipal Utilities

Date: Thursday, April 6, 2023
Time: Check-in 8:50 am; Event 9-11 am

Description: Come join us for a 2-hour immersive experience into the world of DMACC’s Electric Utility Technology program where we are dedicated to educating and training our next generation of utility line workers. Hear from current students, area employers, and suit up to climb a pole. The event will be hosted at our training facility- Iowa Association of Municipal Utilities. Jeans and Closed Toe shoes are required for event attendance.

The Electric Utility program is committed to offering students the practical experience, targeted curriculum, and focused training to become a highly skilled apprentice in the electrical utility industry.

Agenda:
9:00 am Welcome/Introductions
9:15 am Industry/Program Overview
9:45 am Climb Experience
10:30 am Snacks/Q&A of Current Students & Employers

Location:
Iowa Association of Municipal Utilities (IAMU)
1735 NE 70th Ave
Ankeny, IA 50021

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Questions: Please email Caitlyn Zimmermann cmzimmermann@dmacc.edu or Erika Berry eaberry@dmacc.edu

Explore Health Care Careers at MercyOne—Des Moines

Date: Thursday, April 13, 2023
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Description: Interested in health care? There are many different types of careers in the health care industry, both patient and non-patient facing that make up an organization. From the nurse who helps care for patients, to the imaging staff, to the paramedics and EMTs who take care of patients pre-hospital and through transfers. During this event you’ll learn more about all of these careers, and many others to find the right fit for you! This event is designed for high school students interested in health care careers.

Location:
MercyOne
1111 6th Ave.
Des Moines, IA 50314

Registration is closed. The event has reached capacity. Please email wbl@dmacc.edu to be placed on the waitlist.

Explore Design, Engineering, & Manufacturing at Percival Scientific

Date: Thursday, April 20, 2023
Time: 9:30-11:00 AM

Description: Explore Percival Scientific, where their mission is to help create better science with the most customized growth chambers available for controlled research. Universities, government institutions and private corporations in the U.S. and around the world trust Percival as a partner in accelerating research that impacts climate, human health and food production. They engineer, custom-build and install durable and thoughtfully-designed controlled environments for nearly any research need. From bench-top chambers to large grow rooms, they manufacture more than 150 different models of research chambers. They’ve been a global leader in the innovative design and manufacture of controlled environment chambers since 1959. Their products are used in all 50 states and in more than 79 countries. Closed toe shoes required & PPE will be provided.

Location:
Percival Scientific
505 Research Drive
Perry, IA 50220

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Max Capacity: 30 Students **Due to capacity constraints, if you are interested in registering more than 5 students from your class please email wbl@dmacc.edu to confirm availability.

Explore Social Services at Easterseals Iowa

Date: Thursday, April 27, 2023

Time: 10:00 - 11:30 AM

Description: Explore Social Services at Easterseals Iowa through a tour and meeting clients. Easterseals Iowa provides exceptional services to ensure that all people with disabilities or special needs and their families have equal opportunities to live, learn, work and play in their communities. They provide a wide range of support for children and adults with disabilities to promote independence and opportunities throughout their lives. Easterseals Iowa gives the gift of hope.

Location:
Easterseals Iowa
401 NE 66th Ave.
Des Moines, IA 50313

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Max Capacity: 25 Students **Due to capacity constraints, if you are interested in registering more than 5 students from your class please email wbl@dmacc.edu to confirm availability.

Virtual Events

Professional Skills Sessions: During these virtual sessions learn from business leaders and human resources experts on important professional tools and skills valuable in today’s job market.

Professional Communication Etiquette

Date: Tuesday, March 28, 2023
Time: 10:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m.

Description: Did you realize how you answer your phone, respond to an email or even if you have your voicemail set up is connected to professional communication etiquette? Employers learn a little bit about you through these forms of communication. During this virtual event learn more about how to improve your professional communication skills to stand out to future employers.

Location: ZOOM

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Career Fair Preparation Sessions: Join us for one of these virtual sessions to learn how to navigate a career fair. During the session students will learn what to wear, what materials to bring, the types of questions to ask, and how to network with employers to learn more about current or future job opportunities at a career fair. This virtual session will be hosted on multiple dates and times in preparation for a career fair. If you would like to attend the high school career fair, please register below.

Career Fair 101 - March 21 at 10 AM

Date: Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Time: 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Location: Zoom
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Career Fair 101 - March 21 at 1 PM

Date: Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Time: 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Location: Zoom
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Career Fair 101 - March 28 at 1 PM

Date: Tuesday, March 28, 2023
Time: 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Location: Zoom
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Career Fairs

These events host numerous business partners for students to connect with to gain a better understanding of their organization, positions hired, education and training needs, and what a day in the life looks like. Put yourself front and center as you connect with local employers to find a part-time opportunity or learn more about your dream job!

DMACC - IowaWORKS- IVRS High School Career Fair

Date: Thursday, April 6, 2023

Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Description: Are you looking for a part-time or seasonal job? Or do you just want more information about a future career? Join us for the DMACC-IowaWORKS-Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services High School Career Fair at the FFA Enrichment Center on the DMACC Ankeny Campus. Connect with numerous employers to learn more about the work they do, who they hire and how one day you could work for them! It’s not every day you get an opportunity to chat one-on-one like this! This event is geared toward 10th-12th grade students. Educators are welcome to bring groups of students to this event. Please email wbl@dmacc.edu for additional group planning information.

Location:
DMACC Ankeny Campus
FFA Enrichment Center
1055 SW Prairie Trail Pkwy
Ankeny, IA 50023

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Build Iowa Career Fair

Date: Thursday, March 30, 2023

Time: 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Description: Build Iowa Career Fair is hosted by DMACC Partner, Master Builders of Iowa. This fair is designed to connect commercial contractors with students in 11th & 12th grade, as well as community colleges. This FREE event will feature a short program to discuss the commercial construction industry, followed by a career fair with lunch provided for all attendees! Space is limited, so be sure to RSVP as soon as possible. Any questions can be directed to Adam DoBraksa with MBI, ADoBraska@mbi.build.

Location:
Holiday Inn Des Moines Airport
6111 Fleur Drive
Des Moines, IA 50321

Registration Link (PDF) Please complete and return form to Nichole Fry at NFry@mbi.build.

Fire & EMS Career Fair @DMACC

Date: Thursday, April 6, 2023

Time: 1:00 – 4:00 PM

Description: Attend this free career fair to speak with representatives from 30+ fire departments, hospitals, and ambulance services to learn all about exciting career opportunities they have to offer. Current and former DMACC students, students of other colleges/universities, high school students, and members of the general public are welcome to attend. Whether you're just getting started in college, about to graduate, or are just exploring careers in emergency services - this event is for you! (View details)

Location:
DMACC Ankeny Campus – Building 5
2006 South Ankeny Blvd.
Ankeny, IA 50023

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Other Opportunities we offer:

Virtual Business Spotlight: Get to know a business within Central Iowa by attending our Business Spotlights. Hear from Human Resource professionals and other company leaders to learn careers within the company, education required, job outlook, and company culture. A virtual tour or video will be included, if possible.
Virtual Ask a Professional: Attend one of our Ask a Professional sessions to get to know a professional in a specific career. Hear their story, how they got to where they are today, and the day-to-day of their career. Professionals will include advice for young people interested in the specific career in this Q&A style session.

Business Community: If you are interested in collaborating with us and want to learn more about how to get involved, we always need more business connections! Please email wbl@dmacc.edu

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Career Discovery Events

Career Exploration Days

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