Career fairs are still a valuable source for job seekers and employers alike, and with Covid-19, we're seeing an uptick in virtual career fairs. But it's hard for job seekers to know how to stand out in a virtual environment. And whether you're actively seeking employment or just starting to think about switching jobs, a virtual career fair is a great resource with many benefits.

Over the past 3 months, the novel coronavirus has paid its toll on Eastern Iowa and the number of jobs available for skilled workers.  But there is some good hope coming as Iowa opens back up as a state in a limited capacity.  At first, the coronavirus economic impact had an initial shock of hiring freezes, job loss, lay-offs, and furloughs.