JA Career
Exploration Fair
Help students discover the pathway to what's next.
Junior Achievement connects industry leaders with students through two unique career exploration experiences: JA Inspire and JA Career Exploration Fair. Whether you’re looking to showcase your industry through hands-on engagement or have meaningful career conversations with students, there’s an opportunity for your organization to make an impact.
MIDDLE SCHOOL GRADES 6-8
JA Inspire is a career exploration program designed for middle school students to learn about and gain exposure to the industries and career opportunities available to them across the Mid-South.
Through this interactive career exploration expo, this program brings to life a variety of careers, while highlighting the different educational pathways to obtaining them.
As an Exhibitor, you will...
- INTRODUCE students to your career industry
- CREATE an interactive, hands-on activity or experience for students that helps them explore a skill or tool of your work
- SHOWCASE the real-world applications of school-learned skills, connecting academics to potential career paths
JA Career Exploration Fair
HIGH SCHOOL GRADES 9-12
JA Career Exploration Fair connects high school students with the career opportunities and pathways that await them after graduation.
Industry partners will have the opportunity to engage and build their future talent pipeline with students from around the MId-South.
As an Industry Partner, you will...
- CONNECT with students through meaningful conversation, offering advice on skills, preparation, and next steps after high school.
- SHARE information about career pathways, education and training requirements, and industry expectations.
- DISCUSS opportunities such as apprenticeships, certifications, internships, military service, college programs, and employment.
JA Journeys
As students explore the programs, they will be introduced to the JA Journeys. These journeys not only allow students to see how a variety of careers intersect to create a desired product or service, but they also align with the major economic drivers within our region. It is important for students to realize that certain skills and training are adaptable and can help them move across industries within the same career or open the door to a new field of interest. This year, JA Inspire will offer career exploration using the journeys:
DESIGN TO PRODUCTION
INJURY TO REHAB
FARM TO TABLE
STUDIO TO STADIUM
WHAT'S NEXT
This Year’s Focus Industries
- Accounting, Finance & Insurance
- Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources
- Architecture, Engineering & Construction
- Arts, A/V Technology, Communications & Design
- Business Management, Administration & Marketing
- Government & Public Administration
- Health Science & Medical Education
- Hospitality & Tourism
- Human Services, Education & Training
- Information Technology
- Law & Public Safety
- Manufacturing
- Transportation, Distribution & Logistics
Thank you to last year's JA Inspire Presenting Sponsor
