Transcript Career and Employment Center

Career Development Center
How to Work a Career Fair
Nicole Green
Career Development Center
www.mtsu.edu/career
Career Fair Basics
What is your
goal?
DOs and DON’Ts
DO:
• Dress professional
• Speak clearly
• Maintain eye contact
• Ask intelligent questions, based on company
research
DON’T:
• Immediately grab giveaway items
• Tell the recruiter you’re there for extra credit
• Ask basic questions that could be answered from
the company’s home page
Work a Fair in 5 easy steps!
1. Prepare
2. Develop a Plan of Attack
3. Introduce Yourself
4. Ask Questions
5. Follow-up
Step 1: Prepare
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Company background
Jobs being recruited
Interview questions
Resume
Attire
Step 2: Plan of Attack
Identify companies
of interest
Prioritize your company list
Get company table locations
Map your route, start with
least important
Step 3: Introduction
Develop your script
Hi, my name is
I am a
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major and involved in
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I’m interested in the field of
and
understand your company is hiring _____.
What are you looking for in a successful
candidate?
Step 4: Ask Questions
Strategic:
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What are the characteristics of your most successful employees?
Which experiences do you suggest for a successful candidate?
How long does the hiring process take? What is involved?
What percent of applicants are hired? What is the retention rate?
Do you hire continually or just at certain times of the year?
Company Background:
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What is your organization's culture like?
How many years does the typical employee stay with the company?
Are there opportunities in your company for ongoing training?
Is relocation or travel required?
Step 5: Follow-up
• Get recruiter’s business card
• Send email thanking him/her
for attending the Fair
• Express interest and ask about
next steps
Workshop Series
How to Work a Career Fair
Feb. 2, 11:30 a.m.  Feb. 3, 3 p.m.
Interpreting your Focus Assessment
Feb. 2, 3:45 p.m.
Job Search
Feb. 9, 11:30 a.m.
Resume and Cover Letter
Feb. 17, 3 p.m.
Interviewing – Presented by Verizon Wireless
Feb. 24, 3 p.m.
Additional Assistance
Fall 2010
Drop off:
Pick up:
By noon on Mon.
After noon on Wed.
By noon on Wed.
After noon on Fri.
By noon on Fri.
After noon on Mon.
Fall 2010
Walk-In Advising
Program
From
To
Tuesday
9 a.m.
11 a.m.
Wednesday
10 a.m.
12 p.m.
Thursday
2 p.m.
4 p.m.