You can be!
1. Register for the event.
2. Research participating organizations.
Take some time to review the employers and organizations that are attending the fair. Read about their organization and any open positions they are actively recruiting to fill, or research details about their programs of study.ÌýÌýLook to see if they are offering individual or group sessions at an upcoming virtual fair & then sign up!
3. Update your Handshake & LinkedIn profiles.
Some employers will be researching candidates ahead of time by browsing Handshake profiles. Based on that information, they will invite students and alums to attend individual sessions. Make sure that your profile is up to date and that your profile visibility is set to Community or Public so that employers can discover you and have an accurate sense of who you are. Include relevant experiences and update your Career Interests survey so that employers know what your goals and interests are.
4. Create / updateÌýyour resume.
Including a resume on your profile or offering to share your resume with a recruiter is another great way to stand out during an event. Make an appointment to speak with a Career Counselor or request an online document review for help drafting and revising your resume. Click here for Your Guide to Resumes - tips on how to get started with your resume and some examples.Ìý
5. Practice your pitch.
When it comes time to meet with a recruiter, how will you introduce yourself? Be ready to answer questions like: Why are you interested in the company? What types of positions are you seeking? How is your previous work experience relevant?Ìý Also think about what questions you plan on asking the representatives.Ìý Practing ahead will help you be more comfortable and confident. Drop-by to speak with a peer leader for help in crafting & practicing your personal pitch.Ìý And check out .
Other helpful tips:
Dress to impress, be distraction-free, ask if the employers would like to connect via LinkedIn, and always follow up with the recruiters you spoke with to say thanks and let them know if you are applying.