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Career Fair Tips

Benefits of Attending Career & Internship Fair
To Prepare for Career & Internship Fair
"What kinds of entry-level jobs are available in your organization?"
"Can you describe some of the qualities that help employees succeed in your company?"
"What can I do now to prepare for a career in your organization or industry?"
-Purchase a box of blank thank-you note cards so you can send a handwritten thank-you
note to each employer you spoke with.
-Research the websites of the employers that interest you. Jot down key facts about
each one and review them before you approach each employer.
-Practice it. Include information such as student status/year of graduation, major
and minor areas of study, hopes for the future with the organization
Day of Career & Internship Fair
REMEMBER TO:
-Wear business attire to present a professional image.
-Bring several copies of your resume, which you have printed on good quality resume
paper.
-Be modest in taking giveaways from employers. These freebies are nice but are not
your reason for attending a career fair.
-Be enthusiastic, optimistic, professional, and confident. Smile and make eye contact
when you speak with someone.
-Request a business card from each employer you speak to so you have his or her contact
information.
-Request a business card from each employer you speak to so you have his or her contact
information.
-Go back to employers you were most interested in before you leave the fair and thank
them again for their time.
-Keep an open mind about employers and career opportunities you may never have thought
about. You may be surprised by companies that could be viable places of employment
for you.
-Bring a portfolio or sturdy folder to hold your resumes and the business cards that
you collect. Bring a pen for jotting down notes to help you recall your conversations
with recruiters.
-Leave your friend at home. If you must have your book bag with you, leave it in a
safe place outside of the fair. Turn off your cell phone. Avoid texting while inside
the fair.