EXHIBITOR INFO
POST-SHOW REPORTS
2011 Overview
The 2011 National Careers & Employment Expo and Skills West Expo proved again that prospective employees and students are keen to get ideas, gather information and help for their career direction from potential employers or educators.
In one of the most challenging economic environments, the National Careers & Employment Expo brought thousands of candidates to organisations and sought after information to career minded attendees across the country.
As expected the numbers of those attending the expos who were employed but looking for a career-change or to re-skill increased in comparison and in line with our marketing campaign.
Student numbers were consistent as in previous years and a higher level of year 12 attendees came through compared with previous years.
More than 100,000 career minded visitors attended the National Careers & Employment Expos and Skills West Expo around Australia.
Visitor Demography
Gender: 52% Female / 48% Male
Most significant reasons for attending:
78% to apply for jobs
65% were seeking advice on career options
21% were looking for career change
15% were looking to reskill
Age:
40+ > 11%
30 - 39 > 30%20 - 29 > 44%
15 - 19 > 15%
66% of attendees were graduates
19% of attendees were still attending university
9% of attendees were still attending TAFE
Students in attendance:
24% looking for an apprenticeship/traineeship
27% looking for a graduate program
9% were looking at post-grad options
Over 400 exhibitors in 2011 across wide ranging sectors...
- Education & Training
- Mining, Resources & Energy Sector
- Government & Defence
- Transport, Rail & Logistics
- Trades & Services
- Healthcare & Medical
- Manufacturing & Engineering
Quotes from Exhibitors
"The event gives us a chance to promote and gain exposure beyond our current operating areas."
"Always a well organised event that captures the interest of the target market well."
"Definitely one of the better expos we have attended, both in terms of presentation and the consistent numbers through the door."
"Great to talk to some really strong candidates for senior roles and as well as students regarding casual work."
