Navigating Career Fairs
Thursday, September 12 , 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm CDT
Get great tips from actual employers that will help you prepare for and be confident when participating in the spring career fairs. Employer representatives will be from a variety of industries and will discuss the following topics:
- Preparation – Learn the basics for how to: dress for a career fair and/or interview, create a great first impression, research employers, and follow up after a fair.
- Practice – Create a 30 second elevator speech to use at a career fair or to answer “tell me about yourself.”
- Pitch – Practice your handshake and pitch (elevator speech) to employers.
Expect to spend 35-40 minutes in this program.
Special accommodations
For special accommodations, contact Career Services at (309) 438-2200. Please allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
