A positive cornucopia of careers opportunities was on display at the Villa Marina in Douglas last week at the government’s Emnployment and Skills convention 2016.
The event was jointly organised by the Department of Economic Development and the Department of Education and Children.
It was open to anyone interested in finding out more about careers and job opportunities in the Isle of Man and is the island’s largest careers event.
Economic Development Minister Laurence Skelly said; ‘The department continually works with more than 20 established and emerging sectors to grow the Isle of Man’s economy.
‘Our work promotes economic diversity which in turn provides new opportunities for residents.
‘Employment and Skills 2016 showcases the variety of jobs and careers offered by Isle of Man companies.’
Education and Children Minister Graham Cregeen said the event allowed secondary school pupils to speak to a diverse range of employers and learn about the qualifications skills and attibutes needed to join various professions.
‘Those conversations shape their exam and degree choices and ultimately their career paths as they contribute to the island’s successful economy,’ he said.
The event took over the entrance lobby, Promenade Suite and the Royal Hall with almost 60 stands to choose from.
Professions featured ranged from science and engineering to the media, education and health care, the Law Society, accountancy and architecture, not to mention information technology, satelite technology and banking.
The armed forces were also represented with stalls for the army, Royal Air Force and Royal Navy.
Other organisations which featured included the Manx Workshop for the Disabled, Chamber of Commerce and government departments such as Infrastructure and Evironment, Food and Agriculture.
In his introduction to the event, Professor Ronald Barr said it was designed to give an insight into the varied career opportunities in the island.