Onboard Tampa Bay

Christmas Day
2024-12-25 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
FDOT Observed

2nd Annual DBE & Small Business Networking Symposium
2024-12-10 09:00 - 16:00 | Higgins Hall, 5225 N Himes Ave., Tampa, Florida, 33607
Presented by FDOT OnBoard Tampa Bay

This event brings together DBEs (Disadvantaged Business Enterprises), Small Businesses, Prime Contractors, Community Partners, and Government Agencies in FDOT’s District Seven (7). This in-person event will take place at Higgins Hall located at 5225 N Himes Ave., Tampa. It’s an opportunity to connect, learn, gain industry best practices, and grow your business network. Don’t miss out on this chance to meet one-on-one with Prime Contractors, and learn about future & current contract FDOT opportunities.

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Who Should Attend?

All Businesses Seeking to do Business with FDOT

Prime Contractors, Project Managers and Estimators

Community Organizations

DBEs and SBEs

Business Decision-makers and Leaders

Workshops Include:

How to do Business with FDOT

How to Become DBE Certified

Estimating & Bidding

An Introduction to Bonding

Financing & Business Resources

Accounting & Tax Preparation

Legal Contracts and Disputes

Event Features:

Remarks from FDOT Leadership

Information Regarding Current and Future FDOT Projects

Football Theme Attire or Business Casual

Powerful and Informative Workshops

1-on-1 Networking with Prime Contractors

Expand your horizons and take your business to the next level.

Day-after Thanksgiving Day
2024-11-29 08:00 - 17:00

Thanksgiving Day
2024-11-28 08:00 - 17:00

Gary Adult High School Career Fair
2024-10-29 09:30 - 12:30
Gary Adult High School is hosting the Fall College and Career Fair on Tuesday, October 29th. This is an important event for our students as they prepare for the next step after graduation.

HCC Monthly Mini Job Fair
2024-10-23 11:00 - 13:00
Note: Only open to students of HCC

Labor Day
2024-09-02 08:00 - 17:00

Independence Day
2024-07-04 08:00 - 17:00

Memorial Day
2024-05-27 08:00 - 17:00

The Future Career Academy: Plant City
2024-04-25 08:00 - 14:00 | HCC Trinkle Center, 1206 North Park Road, Plant City, Florida, 33563, United States

The Future Career Academy: East Hillsborough
2024-04-18 08:00 - 14:00 | The HCC Regent, 6437 Watson Rd., Riverview, Florida, 33578, United States

The Future Career Academy: South Hillsborough
2024-04-17 08:00 - 14:00 | The HCC Regent, 6437 Watson Rd., Riverview, Florida, 33578, United States

The Future Career Academy: NW & NE Hillsborough
2024-04-10 08:00 - 14:00 | Tampa Convention Center, 333 S Franklin St., Tampa, Florida, 33602, United States

The Future Career Academy: Central & South Tampa
2024-04-09 08:00 - 14:00 | Tampa Convention Center, 333 S Franklin Street, Tampa, Florida, 33602

The Future Career Academy: East Tampa
2024-04-04 08:00 - 14:00 | TPepin’s Hospitality Centre, 4121 N 50th Street, Town & Country, Florida, 33610, United States

Florida Construction Career Days - Tampa Bay
2024-03-21 09:00 - 15:00

Transportation Industry Hiring Event
2024-03-20 14:00 - 19:00 | Hillsborough County Fairgrounds, 215 Sydney Washer Road, Dover, Florida, 33527, United States
At the Road To Your Future Transportation Hiring Event, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and other employers are hiring on the spot for a variety of jobs in the transportation industry. These jobs include Equipment Operators, Maintenance Technicians, Traffic Engineers, Project Managers, Administrative support, and much more. Job seekers who are interested in a career in the transportation industry are encouraged to register to attend.

Idlewild Baptist Church at the Springs Community Block Party
2024-03-09 12:00 - 15:00 | Idlewild Baptist Church at the Springs, 8209 N. 19th Street, Tampa, Florida, 33604, United States

Future Career Academy Business Tour
2024-02-07 09:30 - 14:30
FDOT is excited to participate in the 2024 Business Tours with Future Career Academy!

February 7, 2024 – East Tampa

FDOT D7 Tampa Operations Field Office-Motor Pool Pavilion

2822 Leslie RoadTampa, Florida 33619

Career Focus: Highway and Bridge Maintenance – Heavy Equipment and Trucking Operations

Future Career Academy Business Tour
2024-02-01 09:30 - 14:30 | FDOT D7 Headquarters Building, 11201 N. McKinley Blvd., Tampa, Florida, 33612, United States
Career Focus: Transportation Design, Planning, Scientists, Survey, GIS, Admin, Right of Way, Maintenance, Construction, etc.

Disadvantaged and Small Business Enterprises (DBEs & SBEs) Networking Symposium
2023-10-25 07:30 - 14:00
This events was organized for Disadvantaged and Small Business Enterprises (DBEs & SBEs), Subcontractors and Prospective Businesses seeking to do business with the Florida Department of Transpiration. RSVP To Attend Today!

What to Expect:

DBEs & SBE Meet & Greet.

Connect, Learn, & Grow with Best Practices!

Workshops with Industry Experts.

Prime Contractor & DBE/SBE Networking.

Business development is essential for growth and success in the Road, Bridge, and Maintenance Industry. Whether you’re starting a new business or looking to expand your network and/or contract opportunities this is the event for you. Get registered today!

Transportation Career Expo
2023-10-16 10:00 - 15:00 | Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF Near Busch Gardens, 3705 Spectrum Boulevard, Tampa, Florida, 33612, United States
Learn more about a career in the Transportation Industry: engineering, planning, science, geomatics, marketing, graphic design, and more!

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and its consultant partners will be hosting a Transportation Career Expo on Monday, October 16, 2023 at the Embassy Suites on the University of South Florida’s campus. You will have an opportunity to meet with employers and learn more about the vast opportunities available in the Transportation Industry! We will have a variety of interactive exhibits so that you can experience the industry and visualize some of the most interesting careers in the Tampa Bay region. There will be food, giveaways, and free headshot photos too! There is no cost to register, so sign up today!

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Second Chance Job Fair
2023-09-28 10:00 - 14:00
This event is a community resource and job fair for individuals seeking to re-enter the workforce.

Florida Department of Corrections and Tampa Housing Authority Re-Entry Job and Resource Fair
2023-08-23 10:00 - 14:00 | Tampa Housing Authority, 5301 W Cypress Street, Tampa, Florida, 33607, United States
The Florida Department of Corrections, Circuit 13, in partnership with the Tampa Housing Authority, invites you to participate in our Re-Entry Job and Resource Fair to be held from 10am to 2pm on August 23, 2023, at the Tampa Housing Authority located at 5301 W Cypress St, Tampa, FL 33607. Please join us for this great opportunity to connect your business with motivated individuals and offer them a second chance opportunity though employment.

Future Career Academy Event Series (East Hillsborough)
2023-04-20 08:00 - 14:00 | The Regent, 6437 Watson Road, Riverview, Florida, 33578, United States
Job Fair | The morning session from 9-12 is for teenagers and the 12-2 session is for adults.

Future Career Academy Event Series (Northwest & Northeast Hillsborough)
2023-04-12 08:00 - 14:00 | Tampa Convention Center, 333 S Franklin St., Tampa, Florida, 33602, United States

Future Career Academy Event Series (Central & South Tampa)
2023-04-11 08:00 - 14:00 | Tampa Convention Center, 333 S Franklin St., Tampa, Florida, 33602, United States

Future Career Academy Event Series (East Tampa)
2023-04-06 08:00 - 14:00 | Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF, 3705 Spectrum Blvd, Tampa, Florida, 33612, United States

Job Fair and Business Expo
2023-02-21 09:00 - 17:00 | Tampa River Center at Julian B. Lane Park, 402 W Laurel Street, Tampa, Florida, 33607, United States
The OnBoard Tampa Bay Job Fair and Business Expo is on February 21, 2023, at the Julian B. Lane Park. This event will feature FDOT’s contractors and construction projects from Tampa Bay and surrounding areas (District 7). Welcoming job seekers ready to work and build a career with FDOT’s road and bridge construction projects and more. Meet with community partners and benefit from community-based programs and services such as transportation, training, certification, and more. Doors open from 9:00 AM until 12:00 PM.

The event also features a Business Expo from 2:00 PM until 5:00 PM for contractors to learn about new opportunities, meet community partners, access financial and bonding support, and gain best practices within the construction industry.

Job Fair: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Business Expo: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM

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