DRAFT DAY 2026
Draft Day, hosted by Be Pro Be Proud Arkansas, connects driven high school students with local companies and training providers eager to engage with the next generation of technical professionals
Educators: Why should your school attend?
- Career Expo: 9th-12th-grade students explore high-demand careers with local companies and training providers
- Interviews: Seniors are matched for real interviews with companies looking to hire skilled talent
- In 2025, 82% of interviews resulted in advancement opportunities for the Seniors
- Educators build lasting connections with industry partners
Make sure your students don't miss the chance to connect with their future careers!
Students: What's in it for me?
Career Expo: Discover high-paying, high-demand, high-skill jobs, test-drive new ideas, and find out just how many opportunities are out there waiting for youInterviews: They’re real interviews for real jobs to build a real future
Don’t just dream about your future: take the first step towards your career at Draft Day, all before you graduate. You don’t want to miss this.
Companies & Training Providers: What makes Draft Day different?
Pre-Matched Interviews: Seniors are paired with companies based on their needs and students' skills and interestsCareer Expo: All high school students get the chance to explore technical careers, allowing you to build excitement and recognition for your industry and brand
Future Talent Pipeline: At Draft Day, you're meeting not only this year’s up-and-coming workforce, but also students preparing to be the workforce of tomorrow
Draft Day is your chance to make meaningful hiring choices, engage with future talent, and position your company as a leader in building tomorrow’s workforce.
DRAFT DAY 2026 LOCATIONS & DATES
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DRAFT DAY 2026 STATEWIDE SPONSORS
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