Making the Most of a Job Fair

ADVANTAGES

• way to reach many employers in a short time
• way to connect with an individual when mailed resumes fail
• no cover letters required

USING THE GUIDE BOOK

• review the summaries of employers before approaching any of them
• target employers interested in your preparation
• review company literature and/or web sites

• interviews may last only 5-10 minutes
• interviews will NOT result in a job offer the day of the job fair
• be ready with a good handshake
• prepare a one minute "infomercial" about yourself to use as your introduction along with your RESUME
• arrive early; stay late

REMEMBER…

• make note of the name of the person you spoke with
• make note of anything else you need to do to apply or be considered
• ask about follow-up; what will happen next, timing
• dress for success, as though you were interviewing on-site
• approach the table alone; no place for parents, children, or partners
• be prepared to articulate your career goals
• smile; make eye contact
• follow up with thank you note or requested materials
• CONTINUE TO USE OTHER JOB SEEKING RESOURCES

Schedule of Job Fairs
Preparing the "Info-mercial" - your one minute commercial
Five Things to Take Away from a Job Fair
Job Fair No-Nos for Candidates