Where Ambition Meets Opportunity - Right Here in Duxbury.
Connecting motivated students with local employers who are ready to hire, mentor, and inspire.
Every spring, hundreds of Duxbury students take their first professional step through HIREDuxbury—meeting employers, discovering new paths, and learning what it means to show up, contribute, and grow. It’s more than a job fair; it’s a launchpad for future leaders.
In March 2025, over 200 students and 60 local employers filled the Duxbury High School gym with energy, curiosity, and possibility. Employers described the experience as “energizing, efficient, and rewarding.” Students called it “confidence-building” and “the best way to get a real job.”
“The kids were wonderful, polite, respectful, and genuinely interested. This was a top-notch event.”
When young people and local businesses work together, everyone wins. HIREDuxbury is powered by the Duxbury Student Union, with support from South Shore Bank, Eastern Bank Foundation, Roche Bros., and Brothers Marketplace.
About HIREDuxbury
Building Bridges Between Classrooms and Careers.
Now entering its seventh year, HIREDuxbury connects Duxbury High School students with local employers, nonprofits, and community partners across the South Shore.
The event opens doors to real-world experience—and to the confidence that comes from earning that first paycheck.
In 2025, students rated HIREDuxbury 4.8 out of 5, describing it as friendly, well-organized, and empowering.
Over 85% reported learning new career skills, from resume writing and interview etiquette to making a strong first impression.
For employers, it’s a chance to meet prepared, motivated teens who are eager to learn and contribute. For students, it’s an introduction to independence. For the community, it’s a powerful reminder that great towns invest in their young people.
Quick Stats:
- 200+ students participated in 2025
- 60+ employers from across the South Shore
- 85% of student attendees reported learning new career skills
“I learned how to talk to adults professionally, and realized I actually can make a great first impression.”
Why It Matters
Because Great Communities Invest in Their Young People.
HIREDuxbury is more than a connection point—it’s a collective investment in Duxbury’s future.
When students work where they live, they grow roots, and discover purpose and belonging right in their hometown. When businesses invest in young people, they help build a stronger, more resilient local economy, one confident, capable student at a time. Together, we’re creating a town where opportunity and pride go hand in hand.
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