Tech Talent Connect — Powered by Miami Tech Works
Tech Talent Connect — Powered by Miami Tech Works is a two-part recruiting experience designed to prepare early-career talent for today’s workforce while connecting them with employers and community partners across South Florida hiring for tech and tech-related roles.
The experience begins with a Virtual Career Prep Day (Part 1) focused on interview readiness and professional development, followed by an in-person Talent Match & Networking Day (Part 2) featuring a fireside conversation with industry leaders, a Talent & Opportunity Showcase, networking opportunities, and structured Talent Match Sessions with employers and community partners.
Together, these experiences help participants strengthen career readiness, expand their professional networks, and access internship and employment opportunities across South Florida.
🔹 Registration Includes Both Experiences
Registration for Tech Talent Connect includes access to:
🗓️ September 10 | Virtual Career Prep Day (Part 1)
Designed exclusively for early-career talent, this interactive workshop series helps participants strengthen their interview, communication, and professional skills before meeting employers and community partners at Talent Match & Networking Day.
🗓️ September 15 | In-Person Talent Match & Networking Day (Part 2)
An opportunity to connect with employers, hear from industry leaders, participate in networking activities, and engage in Talent Match Sessions.
Registered participants will receive the Zoom link for the Virtual Career Prep Day via email prior to the session.
🔹 Program Agenda — September 10 | Virtual Career Prep Day
2:15 PM – 2:30 PM Welcome & Program Overview
2:30 PM – 3:00 PM Mastering Behavioral Interviews: Tell STAR Stories That Land Offers
3:00 PM – 3:30 PM Technical Interview Mastery: Talk Through Projects Like a Pro
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM Answering Culture Fit Questions: Techniques That Work
4:00 PM Closing & Next Steps
🔹 Program Agenda — September 15 | Talent Match & Networking Day
The day begins with a dedicated experience for early-career talent, featuring Opening Remarks and a Fireside Chat focused on what employers look for when evaluating job-ready candidates and how participants can effectively translate their skills, credentials, and academic experience into workforce opportunities.
Beginning at 11:00 AM, employers and community partners join the program for the Impact in Action: Talent & Opportunity Showcase, followed by Lunch & Networking and structured Talent Match Sessions designed to foster meaningful connections and career opportunities.
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM Registration & Networking
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM Opening Remarks
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM Impact in Action: Talent Showcase
11:00 AM – 11:55 AM Fireside Chat: From Credentials to Careers
11:55 AM – 12:30 PM Impact in Action: Opportunity Showcase
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM Lunch & Networking
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Talent Match Sessions
4:00 PM Closing & Final Networking
Suggested dress code: Business Professional
🔹Talent Match Sessions
Talent Match Sessions are intentional, interview-style conversations between employers and community partners who are hiring or recruiting talent and pre-identified job-ready talent. Through these one-on-one conversations, selected participants will have an opportunity to showcase their skills, learn more about current opportunities, and position themselves for potential roles.
Even if you are not selected for a Talent Match Session, you’ll leave the event with meaningful connections, a clearer understanding of hiring expectations, and practical preparation to support your next career step.
To help us make the right connections, we ask both early-career talent and community members interested in participating to complete a brief interest form.
FOR COMMUNITY MEMBERS
Interested in connecting with early-career talent or participating in a Talent Match Session? Please complete the brief Community Member Interest Form by Tuesday, September 1.
Your responses will help our team understand your interests and identify the strongest talent-to-opportunity matches for the event.
🔹Parking Information
Free Parking (requires a short walk)
MDC Parking Garage – Building 7
500 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33130
(Entrances on NE 5th St and NE 6th St)
When you arrive, let the parking attendant know you are attending the Tech Talent Connect event.