The Destination Occupation Blog
Our blog’s mission is to educate students, job seekers, parents and educators about careers and relevant topics to help people make informed career decisions.
2020: A Year to Remember
2020 is coming to a close! As 2021 approaches, it’s time for another Destination Occupation yearly recap. Back in 2019, our year in review featured our efforts throughout the state and this year that work continued despite the pandemic. We want to start by thanking...
How Mainers Can Take Advantage of Nursing Job Growth
If you’ve looked into job growth in Maine in any of the last few years, you’ve likely seen the same profession listed at the top: nursing. In various forms, this profession has represented the single fastest-growing job market in the state, and there’s no reason to...
3 DO Companies with an International Presence
Many Maine businesses, both small and large, export Maine-made goods internationally or have international locations. From Jøtul to Modula to Hancock Lumber, read more about these three company’s international involvement, but also learn about working for them....
Part II: Maine Manufacturer Efforts to Pivot and Contribute in 2020
Part I featured Maine Manufacturers from Biddeford to Guilford that pivoted their production and resources in 2020’s COVID-19 context. Their actions collectively demonstrate Maine’s ability to innovate and collaborate! Part II highlights a few more Maine businesses...
Maine Manufacturer Efforts to Pivot & Contribute in 2020
Maine’s ability to adapt and to innovate are both extraordinary. Mainers know how to take care of each other and have a longstanding tradition of providing support in times of need. Spring 2020 has been no exception. Keep reading to learn about Maine companies from...
Immucell: One of Maine’s Growing Businesses
In 2019 Mainebiz published an article about seven noteworthy businesses in Maine, which included ImmuCell, who works with Destination Occupation! Have you ever heard of Immucell? The animal health company is a great example of innovation happening in Maine, that you...