BALINEWSID.COM, BADUNG – SMK TI Bali Global Badung reaffirmed its commitment to supporting vocational education and workforce absorption by organizing the Job & Education Fair 2026 on March 2–3, 2026. The event took place at the school’s campus on Jalan Tibungsari, Dalung, North Kuta, Badung.

Carrying the theme “Discover Career Acceleration and Be Job-Ready,” the two-day event brought together 15 companies from various sectors, six higher education institutions, and several Job Training Centers (LPK). A total of 86 job vacancies were made available for graduates and alumni.

Principal I Made Indra Aribawa said the Job Fair is part of the school’s strategic program to support government policies in vocational education and employment.

“This Job Fair is a concrete effort to increase the employability of vocational school graduates and to strengthen synergy between educational institutions and the business and industrial sectors,” he said during the opening ceremony, which was held alongside the launch of Toskafesti for the 2025/2026 academic year.

According to him, the event aims to facilitate graduates and alumni in accessing job opportunities, bridge the gap between industry labor needs and graduate competencies, reduce unemployment among vocational school graduates, and enhance the quality and competitiveness of graduates in line with market demands.

The Job Fair was held from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central Indonesia Time (WITA), while the Toskafesti series of student creativity and competition events will continue until March 6, 2026.

Chairman of the Bali Global Denpasar Education Foundation, Dr. Dadang Hermawan, described the Job Fair as a strategic platform to connect industry needs with job seekers.

“This is a medium to match labor demand and supply. Vocational schools carry the BMW slogan — Working, Continuing Education, and Entrepreneurship. All these opportunities are open to our graduates,” he said.

He added that job opportunities are not limited to the domestic market but are also widely available abroad, including in Japan, South Korea, Germany, and Taiwan, which require skilled young workers. He encouraged graduates to seize opportunities to work, pursue higher education, or start their own businesses.

Meanwhile, Head of the Manpower Placement and Job Opportunity Expansion Division of the Badung Regency Industry and Manpower Office, Dr. Ni Putu Widyanti, welcomed the implementation of the Job Fair and Toskafesti 2026.

“This Job Fair serves as a bridge between job seekers and employers. The theme ‘Discover Career Acceleration and Be Job-Ready’ aligns closely with our office’s mission,” she said.

She expressed hope that all alumni of SMK TI Bali Global Badung would be absorbed into both formal and informal employment sectors.

“This event becomes a window for alumni and students to broaden their perspectives and find careers that match their competencies and personalities. We fully support initiatives like this,” she emphasized.

As an information technology-based vocational school, SMK TI Bali Global Badung offers four areas of expertise: Visual Communication Design, Software and Game Development, Computer Network and Telecommunication Engineering, and Digital Business.

On the same occasion, the school officially opened new student admissions for the 2026/2027 academic year. Prospective students and parents can obtain further information by visiting the campus on Jalan Tibungsari, Dalung, North Kuta, Badung, or by contacting 0822 61 9000 70.

The event is open to the public and free of charge, providing a valuable opportunity for young people to expand their networks, access education and career information, and open doors to a brighter future. (FF)