- increase students' awareness about companies
- provide career information
- make contacts with prospective employees
- look for candidates to fill jobs or internships
- knowing which employers are going to attend
- clarifying your goals and determining the employers you want to seek out
- knowing what you have to offer and why you want to work for them
- preparing a list of questions
- making the most of your time
- preparing and practicing a 30 second introduction of yourself
- preparing answers to sample questions
- affirming your interest in the organization
- presenting a one page resume
- discussing your major, courses taken, GPA, activities, and outside interests
- relating your skills and interests to the employer
- What is the ideal profile of the person you would hire in the position of ___________________?
- Is your company hiring for internships or summer jobs?
- Have there been any recent changes that forced your company to re-focus its efforts?
- How does your company stay ahead of its competition?
- approach employers and don't hesitate to join a group already in discussion
- extend a solid handshake
- exhibit excellent interpersonal skills
- dress appropriately and be professional
- have a concise one page resume and make it readily available
- demonstrate confidence and show enthusiasm and interest
- establish good eye contact and avoid distracting mannerisms
- speak clearly and answer quesitons concisely
- ask knowledgeable questions
- avoid discussing salary and benefits
- get a business card
- ask when you might expect to hear from the recruiter
February 21, 2008
Make the Career Expo work for you!!
The Career Expo is an excellent opportunity to explore career fields in which you have an interest, to develop and make contacts with employers, and to secure leads on prospective job opportunities. BE ASSERTIVE!!!!
Employers attend the Career Expo to:
Preparation includes:
Send cover letters and a resume to all of the companies you remain interested in; note meeting the employer at the Career Expo in your letter.
FOLLOWING THESE TIPS WILL ASSIST YOU IN BEING SUCCESSFUL AT THE CAREER EXPO. GOOD LUCK!!!
The Expo is sponsored by Cameron University and the Fort Sill Army Post-Army Career and Alumni Program.
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