How grad students can prepare for career fairs

Whether you attend an in-person or virtual fair this semester, there are steps you can take to help you make a great first impression.

Tips for career fair success for students - MIT CAPD

Prepare, prioritize, engage, and follow up · Possible questions to ask employers at a career fair.

10 tips to make the most of your college career fair | Handshake

1. Do your research · 2. Prepare some questions · 3. Practice introducing yourself · 4. Pick your outfit.

General Tips for Preparing and Navigating Career Fairs

Prepare Your Introduction (aka Elevator Pitch) ... Practice how you will spend the 1-2 minutes you will have alone with a recruiter. Let them know who you are and ...

Preparing for Career Fairs

Do your research: Even though a career fair is a good opportunity to learn about companies, employers appreciate students with prior knowledge about the company ...

Preparing for a Career Fair

In addition, both undergraduate and graduate students are likely to benefit from attending these events. Finally, alumni and community members are also welcome ...

Career Fair Preparation - MU Career Center - University of Missouri

Once you know what fairs you are attending, you need to research! Employers meet hundreds of students so it is important to leave your mark. Be ...

Prepare for a Career Fair - Center for Career Development

Career Fairs brings together students, alumni and employers for networking, recruiting and career conversations. You'll have the chance to meet with dozens of ...

Career Fair Preparation Success Tips for Students

During the Fair · Arrive early. · Arrive before the majority of other students get there. · Take time to target organizations that interest you. · Be patient and ...

Virtual Career Fair Tips - Graduate School - The Ohio State University

During your meetings with these companies, remember that sharing some knowledge about what you learned from researching the company will make you look good.

How grad students can make the most of career fairs

Before the fair, prepare two or three questions to ask each employer. These should be related to the company or positions you're interested in.

How To Prepare for a Job Fair (With Video) | Indeed.com

How to prepare for a job fair · 1. Pre-register for the job fair · 2. Keep reasonable expectations · 3. Understand what recruiters or employers are ...

How to be Successful at the Career Fair | Career Center | UMN Duluth

Use your interactions at career fairs to learn as much as you can about what employers look for in the people they hire, inquire about possible career ...

Career Fair Preparation - College of Education - UT Austin

Career Fair Preparation · Conduct yourself professionally at all times. Recruiters may be watching while you stand in line or move about the fair. · Orient ...

Prepare for In-Person Career Fairs: A Checklist for Students

Networking & Career Conversations. Show more Networking & Career Conversations. Join us for our Fall '24 Career Fair! ; Job Search. Show more Job Search.

Job Fair Preparation & Tips - Division of Student Success

Before · Research employers attending the fair on Handshake. · Create a list of questions you might want to ask employers · Have your resume reviewed and print ...

How to Prepare for a College Career Fair

How to prepare for a career fair · A résumé may get you an interview. It doesn't guarantee you'll be hired for the job. · An interview is a ...

How to Prepare for a Career Fair - University of Cincinnati

Add the career fair date and time to your calendar. You don't have to attend any fair the whole time. Fairs often span several hours to accommodate job seekers' ...

Tips for Career Fair Success | Penn State College of IST

Before · Have printed resumes · Make sure you have a professional outfit to wear · Wear comfortable shoes · Prepare your introduction ...

Career Fair Preparation and Tips - Career Centre - York University

Prioritize employers you want to target - Check out the attendee list · Make a check list of the employers you are interested to talk to and prepare for an ...