Instruction 2 Industry: Career Events for High School Students
Connecting students with industry professionals through panel discussions, career planning support, and much more!
Future Ready Events
In February during Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month, school divisions across the region are teamed up again with Virginia Ed Strategies to host the annual Instruction 2 Industry Future Ready Conference.
The purpose of this free career exploration event is to
- Provide students with an opportunity to prepare for tomorrow’s workforce today.
- Connect with more than 100 local industry professionals from in-demand career fields.
February 2025
Date: Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Inclement weather date: Monday, February 24, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Inova Conference Center, 8100 Innovation Park Dr., Fairfax, VA 22031
Participating high schools may offer this event as a field trip.
Previous "Future Ready" Events
February 2024 Instruction 2 Industry Recordings
Participating Businesses and Organizations
Information Session Recordings
- Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
- Architecture, Construction, & Manufacturing
- Arts, A/V Technology & Communication
- Business, Finance, & Marketing
- Education & Training
- Energy, Transportation, Distribution & Logistics
- Government, Public Administration, & Law
- Health Sciences
- Human Services
- Information Technology
- Tourism, Hospitality & Recreation
February 2023 Instruction 2 Industry Recordings
- Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
- Architecture, Construction, & Energy
- Arts, A/V Technology & Communication
- Business, Finance, & Marketing
- Education & Training
- Government, Public Administration, & Law
- Health Sciences
- Information Technology
- Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics
- Tourism, Hospitality & Recreation
February 2023 Exhibitors
- ACCA Child Development Center
- Advanced Dental Assistant Training School
- Alexandria Soccer Association
- Amazon Web Services
- American Society of Naval Engineers
- Baker Concrete Construction
- Building Momentum
- Children's Science Center
- coderighter
- Del Ray Glass
- Deloitte
- Department of Labor & Industry (DOLI) Apprenticeship Program Information Session
- Fairfax County Park Authority
- FedEx Ground
- Gilbane Building Company
- Green Careers with Dominion Energy
- IEC Chesapeake
- Inova
- Intertstellar Careers
- Loudoun County Parks, Recreations and Community Services
- Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority
- Naval Criminal Investigative Service
- Northern Virginia Community College
- Northwest Federal Credit Union
- Patriots Body Art
- Prince William County
- Purcellville Police Department
- The Alden/McLean Community Center
- Town of Vienna Police Department
- Trademasters
- Virginia Association of Surveyors
- Virginia Tire & Auto
- Virginia Work for Water
- Wegmans
Employability Skills Series
Every October, school divisions across Northern Virginia host a multi-part employability skills video series. Topics may include Informational Interviews, Starting Small Businesses, and Workplace Etiquette. This event is free to all Northern Virginia high school students.
The workforce readiness event series is designed to spotlight workforce topics high school students may be interested in preparing for future work-based learning (WBL) opportunities and the workforce.
2024 Employability Skills Recordings
Part I - Informational Interviews
Launches the week of October 28 and continues through Friday. The presenter for this session has 15 years of experience across the entertainment industry, with notable roles at ESPN, Good Morning America, and currently the NFL.
This session will prepare students with the skills to ask insightful and professional questions when engaging with industry professionals. Learn the do’s and don’ts when networking to build professional relationships.
Part II - Starting Small Businesses
Starting the week of November 4 and concluding on Friday. The speaker, a seasoned veteran in the packaging industry, leveraged his extensive knowledge and skills to launch a successful business in agricultural packaging. He will share his journey and practical tips on starting and sustaining a small business.
This session will show students how to start a small business or nonprofit organization! Discover the basics of entrepreneurship, from developing an idea to launching and managing a business venture successfully.
Part III - Workplace Etiquette
Begins the week of November 11 and runs through Friday. With over 25 years in Human Resources, our presenter has mentored numerous young professionals, providing them with the essential etiquettes required for professional success.
This session will show students how to master essential skills that will help them succeed in any professional environment. Learn the do's and don'ts of communication, behavior, and attire to make a great impression and build strong professional relationships.
The virtual, pre-recorded series will be available for both immediate and future viewing on Tiggbee.
Prince William County Public Schools is excited to participate in the Virginia Ed Strategies and Tiggbee career readiness events geared for high school students.
2023 Employability Skills Recordings
Communication Etiquette - October 16
This session highlights digital communication before and after an interview to help you land a job!
Résumé Writing - October 17
Learn about the benefits of having a résumé. Students will gain the knowledge they may use to start creating their résumé or improve the ones they already have.
Elevator Pitch - October 18
Students will learn how to professionally introduce themselves and connect with industry professionals.
Job Interviewing - October 19
Students will learn job interviewing skills and strategies to implement and impress their future employers.