Seasonal Employment Application Form

2025 Seasonal Employment Application

All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including childbirth, related medical condition, or lactation), age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, citizenship or immigration status (provided you are eligible to work in the United States) or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all qualified persons. Those applicants requiring accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process should contact a Human Resources representative.

Please check all positions you're interested in. Be sure you meet the qualifications listed in each job description - only applicants who meet the requirements will be considered. Thank you for your interest - if selected, we'll be in touch.

Please put me on the waiting list for these positions:

Admissions Gate Attendant - $9.00/hourGuest Services - Bilingual - $9.50/hourCIRCUS Usher - $7.50/hourVehicle Gate Attendant - $8.40/hour

Full Legal Name: *

First NameLast NameMiddle Name

Address:*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Phone Number:*

Area CodePhone Number

Alternate Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number

E-mail Address:*

On what date are you available to begin work? (Some positions begin in September, prior to the first day of the fair.)*

Date

Days/Hours available to work:*

	List your actual availability for each day (example: 7:30 AM – 9:00 PM, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, 5:30 PM – 11:00 PM). Please note: Most positions require availability all 12 days of the fair—October 8–19, 2025—including weekends.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Employment Experience

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Please list the names of your present or previous employers in chronological order with present or most recent employer listed first.

Employer 1

Name of Company/Employer*

Supervisor*

May we contact?*

YesNo

Employer Address*

Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number

Date Started*

Currently Employed?*

YesNo

Date Ended (Leave Blank if Currently Employed)

Job Title and Duties*

Reason for Leaving*

Employer 2

Name of Employer

Supervisor

May we contact?

YesNo

Employer Address

Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number

Date Started

Date Ended

Job Title and Duties

Reason for Leaving

Have you ever been involuntarily terminated or asked to resign from any job?*

YesNo

If yes, please explain:

Please list any other experience, job related skills, additional languages, or other qualifications that you believe should be considered in evaluating your qualifications for employment.*

Education

High School*

Did you graduate?*

YesNo

If not a high school graduate, have you obtained a GED:

YesNo

Business and Professional References
Please list two professional references—people who have worked with you in a job, school, or volunteer setting. Do not list relatives. We’re looking for individuals who can speak to your work ethic, reliability, or experience.

Reference 1

Name:*

First NameLast Name

Relationship*

Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number

Email

example@example.com

Years Known:*

Reference 2

Name:*

First NameLast Name

Relationship*

Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number

Email

example@example.com

Years Known:*

Reference 3

Name:

First NameLast Name

Relationship

Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number

Email

example@example.com

Years Known:

General Information

Have you ever used another name?*

YesNo

If yes please indicate name(s) used:

Is any additional information relative to name changes, use of an assumed name, or nickname necessary to enable a check on your work and educational record?*

YesNo

If yes, please explain:

Are you a registered sex offender?*

YesNo

Have you ever pleaded guilty to, or no contest, or been convicted, or had a sentence imposed for a crime other than a minor traffic violation?*

YesNo

If yes to either of the above, please explain

NOTE: Answering “yes” to this question does not constitute an automatic bar to employment. Factors such as age and time of offense, the seriousness and nature of the violation, rehabilitation, and the nature of the environment you will work in will be considered. Candidates for employment have their background checked. Failure to disclose accurate or responsive information may result in withdrawal of an offer of employment, or termination from employment if already employed.

Have you ever worked for this company before? Note: This does not include working for North American Midway (carnival), Concessions or Venue Smart (janitorial services).*

YesNo

If yes, please give dates and position:

Do you have friends and/or relatives working for this company?*

YesNo

If yes, name(s) and relationship(s):

If hired, would you have a reliable means of transportation to and from work?*

YesNo

Are you at least 18 years old? (Note: If under 18, hire is subject to verification that you are of minimum legal age.)*

YesNo

If hired, can you present evidence of your identity and legal right to work in this country?*

YesNo

Applicant Statement

Please read and initial each paragraph below. If there is anything that you do not understand, please ask.

I hereby authorize the South Carolina State Fair (the Company) to thoroughly investigate my references, work record, education and other matters related to my suitability for employment and, further, authorize the prior employers and references I have listed to disclose to the Company any and all work records, without giving me prior notice of such disclosure. In addition, I hereby release the Company, my former employers and all other persons, corporations, partnerships and associations from any and all claims, demands or liabilities arising out of or in any way related to such investigation or disclosure.

Initial*

Initial

In the event of my employment with the Company, I understand that I am required to comply with all rules and regulations of the Company.

Initial*

Initial

If hired, I understand and agree that my employment with the Company is at-will, and that neither I, nor the Company is required to continue the employment relationship for any specific term. I further understand that the Company or I may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice. I understand that the at-will status of my employment cannot be amended, modified, or altered in any way by any oral modifications.

Initial*

Initial

I understand that safety of employees is extremely important to the Company and that the Company is committed to ensuring a safe working environment. I understand that I, and every employee, have a responsibility to prevent accidents and injuries by observing all safety procedures and guidelines and following the directions of my site supervisor. I understand and agree to comply with federal, state, and local regulations related to on-the-job safety and health.

Initial*

Initial

I hereby certify that the information provided in this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any omission or misstatement of material fact on this application or on any document used to secure employment shall be grounds for rejection of this application or for immediate discharge if I am employed, regardless of the time elapsed before discovery.

Initial*

Initial

I understand that if I am selected for hire, it will be necessary for me to provide satisfactory evidence of my identity and legal authority to work in the United States, and that federal immigration laws require me to complete an I-9 Form in this regard.

Initial*

Initial

I understand that this position is subject to a criminal background check.

Initial*

Initial

MY SIGNATURE BELOW MEANS THAT I HAVE READ, UNDERSTAND, AND AGREE TO ALL OF THE ABOVE TERMS.

Signature*