Seeking to bolster the state’s workforce and strengthen its infrastructure, Senate Majority Leader Teresa Ruiz has announced a partnership with the New Jersey Utilities Association (NJUA) and the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) to host a comprehensive North Jersey Utilities Job Fair.
The event is designed to bridge the gap between motivated job seekers and the essential companies that power, water and connect the Garden State.
| Date | Time | Location |
| March 24 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM | NJIT Campus Center, Newark |
Prospective attendees are encouraged to secure their spot by clicking here.
The fair will highlight a diverse range of sectors within the utility industry, including electric, natural gas, water, wastewater, and telecommunications. Major industry players confirmed to attend include:
- American Water
- Orange and Rockland Utilities
- New Jersey Natural Gas
“Events such as this job fair can provide vital pathways to employment by helping job seekers broaden their networks and explore current opportunities,” Ruiz said. She emphasized that the utilities industry is a cornerstone of New Jersey’s “long-term economic strength.”
The collaboration brings together government, industry advocacy, and academia to address the growing demand for skilled labor in the utility sector.
- Economic Stability: NJUA President & CEO Richard Henning noted that the sector offers “stable and meaningful careers” that serve as a vital engine for the state’s economy.
- Academic Excellence: NJIT President Teik Lim highlighted the role of the NJIT Power Systems Engineering Center and the Office of Career Development Services in making the campus a hub for these critical industry connections.
The event promises more than just job listings; it offers a platform for networking and discussing long-term career trajectories in a field that provides critical services to millions of New Jersey residents.
