Career Fair Tips

Use the details in the Profile Guide to develop a list of companies you want to target and know specific information about each.

Develop a couple of good questions to ask each recruiter/representative. Questions can include: asking for clarification on something in particular you read on their website, asking for specific details of their opportunities, what it’s like to work at the organization, skills/qualities they seek in candidates, etc.

Visit all the tables at the in-person fair and allot time to have conversations with each, especially the ones you looked at ahead of time.

Connecting with as many employers as possible also allows you to get comfortable talking about yourself and builds your network with various contacts.

First impressions are lasting impressions. Examples of professional dress include: suit, tie, button-down shirt, dress shoes, skirts/nice tops, dresses with a blazer.

For the fair, have your list of questions ready and take notes. Have your resume, link to your LinkedIn profile, etc. ready for easy sharing.

Ensure you have contact information for the representative and send a thank-you note/email within 48 hours of the fair.

Send LinkedIn connection requests to the representatives you meet and apply to open positions on Handshake.

Practice introducing yourself by saying your name, major, and class year. Also identify what type of job/internship you are interested in pursuing and why.

When it comes to describing your skills and experiences, you can pull from jobs, internships, courses/projects, club/organization involvement, volunteering, etc.