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How to Attend a Career Fair
Today’s agenda:
• How to prepare for a career fair
• What to do when you get there
• How to follow up
Reasons to Go
Find a Job Explore Career Options
Explore Industries Practice Networking
Secure an Interview
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Time to Prepare!
Update your resumeRegister for KU Career ConnectionsCheck www.KUCareerHawk.com to see list of attending
organizationsResearch organizations of interestNarrow focus to 5-8 target organizationsPrioritize targeted organizations
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Get Dressed for Success
Business Neutral ColorsConservative or
minimal jewelryClean shoes and
socks/hoseClean, groomed hairDEI Professional
Clothing Closet
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What to Bring
Multiple ResumesFolder or PortfolioStudent Business Cards and
Business Card HolderPens and PaperComb, breath mints,
Kleenex/handkerchiefA smile and a positive
attitude!
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Avoid Bringing
BackpackGumiPodCell phone with ringer on
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When You ArriveCheck in at Kansas UnionGet a name tag/bagGet a career fair guide/mapTake time to find your
target organizations in the guide and on the map
Check appearance, take a deep breath, smile and walk in
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You’re In…Now What?
Physically locate your target organizations
Introduce yourselfOffer a handshakeSmileTell the recruiter about
yourselfBe ready to listen!
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30-Second Commercial
Major Year in schoolLeadership activitiesJob interestsWhy you are interested
in that organization
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Time to Practice!
Turn to your neighbor and take turns introducing yourselves
Tell your partner your name, major, year in school, and your job interests
Remember to offer a firm handshake and smile!
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Essentials
Ask relevant questionsOffer your resumeFind out whether the
organization will be interviewing (find out when and how to apply)
Request a business card or contact information
Thank the recruiter for his/her time!
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Follow Up
Write thank you notes and/or emailsApply for interviews/jobsOrganize the information you collectedVisit the University Career CenterPractice interviewingIf you are invited to interview…RESPOND
Employers’ Perspective
Video Clip
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We Can Help!
“You can do what you have to do, and sometimes you can do it even better than
you think you can.” – Jimmy Carter
University Career Center
1601 Irving Hill Road110 Burge Union(785) 864-3624