BOSS Career & Wellness Resource Fair - November 12 at Merritt College

Join us for an exciting opportunity to explore career pathways and community resources at the BOSS Career & Wellness Resource Fair! On Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at Merritt College in Oakland, we will host dozens of employers, training programs, and wellness partners who are ready to connect with you.

Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2025

Time: 10 AM – 3 PM

Location:

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At the BOSS Career & Wellness Resource Fair, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Meet employers who are actively hiring—including second chance employers.
• Explore apprenticeships, internships, and career training programs.
• Gain direct support from workforce specialists and career coaches.
• Access wellness resources designed to help you thrive, not just survive.

This event also includes mock interview and resume support, grocery bag giveaways (limited supply), and a BOSS Clothing Closet offering professional attire for interviews.

We believe that jobs and wellness go hand in hand—when people have the tools, resources, and support they need, doors open to brighter futures.

• UA Local 159 Plumbers and Pipefitters
• Oakland Public Library
• 24/7 Nightingale Home Care
• RydeTrans
• Family Support Services
• Substitute Teacher Empowerment and Placement (STEP)
• World System Builder (WSB)
• Department of Rehabilitation
• Metro One Security
• Notton Staffing Agency
• Pacific States Petroleum
• CareBuilders at Home - East Bay
• Bonita House
• IBEW
• Childcare Careers- staffing agency
• FedEx Freight
• Caltrans Bay Area
• Sparrow HealthCare

If you're an employer and interested in participating, please reach out to Ryan McGehee at [email protected].

• Employment & Training: Connect with a variety of employers, apprenticeships, and training programs.
• Career Support: Practice mock interviews, get resume guidance, and take home professional attire from the BOSS Clothing Closet.
• Wellness & Community Resources: Access wellness activations, support services, and limited grocery bags.

• Merritt College students ready to take the next step in their career.
• Job seekers of all backgrounds, including those seeking second chance opportunities.
• Community members looking for employment, training, or wellness resources.

We’re seeking donations to help stock the BOSS Clothing Closet. We especially need men’s shoes, blazers, and dress shirts.

To donate, please contact Gwen Austin at [email protected] or Ryan McGehee at [email protected].

Don’t miss this opportunity to build your future, connect with employers, and access resources that support both career growth and wellness.

If you're an employer and interested in participating, please reach out to Ryan McGehee at or fill out this

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