What is a Career Fair?
CareerOneStop explains career fairs and presents tips on what to expect.
Getting the Most out of Career Fairs
This in-depth article describes what to expect at a career fair, how to prepare, and many other useful tips!
Questions to Ask Recruiters at a Career Fair
This YouTube video covers questions you should ask company recruiters at the job fair.
Tips from a College Student
Check out this great video for tips from a college student on how to work a career fair.
Linked below are tips for how to reserach companies before a career fair.
Using Your 5 Minutes to Get An Interview
Check out this brief YouTube video explaining how to effectively introduce yourself and make an impression at the job fair!
Creating Your Elevator Pitch
This video describes, from a recruiter's perspective, how to answer the question "Tell me about yourself."
Linked below is a worksheet for crafting your own elevator pitch.
At least 15 copies of your résumé.
A professional portfolio or folder.
Your best professional attire.
Your best introduction / elevator pitch.
The list of employers you've researched ahead of time and want to meet.
A great handshake, a smile, and good eye contact!
What to Wear to a Career Fair
Career Fair Plus gives an overview of what to wear to a career fair.
Tie-Tying
Watch this YouTube video to learn how to tie a Windsor knot.
The Mountie Career Closet is available on the second floor of the Library for any student who needs professional attire for an interview, career fair, or starting a new job. The clothing is available at no cost & students are free to keep what they find! Email careerdevelopment@mtaloy.edu or schedule an appointment in Navigate to gain access to the career closet.