2. Whatâs your goal?
īŽ Are you interested
in finding out
about a particular
career field? Then
ask generalized
questions about
working in the
industry.
īŽ Are you seeking
career opportunities
with a specific
employer? Then
focus your questions
on the application
and interview
process, and ask for
specific information
about the employer.
3. Employers Expect you to:
īŽ Know what type of job
you are looking for
īŽ Dress professionally
īŽ Bring copies of your
resume
īŽ Know the company, that
youâve done your
âhomeworkâ
īŽ Be interested in their
company/opportunities
īŽ Ask questions
īŽ Not just grab the free
stuff
īŽ Shake hands and make
eye contact
īŽ Communicate well
īŽ Bring something to take
notes on
īŽ Treat the conversation
like a job interview
īŽ Apply online ahead of
time when possible
http://www.careerspots.com/vidplay_links_ext.aspx?aid
=473&partid=0&vidnum=-1&vidtitle=-1&
4. Top 3 Things Employers
Typically Discuss at Job Fairs
1. Company benefits
2. Information on
current job
openings
3. General
information about
the company
5. How to Prepare for a Job Fair
īŽ Create a list of employers youâd like to meet
with at the job fair.
īŽ Do your homework. Research the company.
īŽ Know why you want to work for the company
(if you donât know they wonât either)
īŽ Prepare a â30 Second Commercialâ as a way
to sell yourself to an employer.
â Preparation, Enthusiasm and Energy will get you
noticed!
6. What should be included in your
â30 Second Commercial?â
īŽ This is a great way to introduce yourself
â Your name
â Your career status (job searching/finishing training)
īŽ The goal is to connect your background to the
companyâs need
â What type of position you are seeking
â What field you would like to be employed in
â Why you chose their company
http://www.careerspots.com/vidplay_links_ext.aspx?aid=473&partid=0&vidnum=-1&vidtitle=-1&
7. 30 Second Commercial - Example
Hello, my name is SUSAN FISCHER.
I am looking for a full-time job as a PROGRAM MANAGER IN THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE FIELD.
I have OVER 10 YEARS experience WORKING IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND
MENTALHEALTH.
I am PASSIONATE ABOUT WORKING WITH OFFENDERS, and am STRONG WITH BOTH
PEOPLE AND PROCESSES.
I PRIDE MYSELF ON MY HOLISTIC APPROACH TO CASE MANAGEMENT, AND MY
ABILITY TO QUICKLY DEVELOP RAPPORT DUE TO THE GENUINE INTEREST I TAKE
IN PEOPLE. MY CLIENTS HAVE EXCEEDED THE EXPECTATIONS OF OTHERS.
ADDITIONALLY, I EXCEL IN LEADERHIP, CAN IDENTIFY AND SOLVE PROBLEMS, THINK
OUTSIDE THE BOX, AND MEET AND EXCEED EXPECTIONS AND GOALS.
How could this be an asset to XYZ Company?
8. Things to keep handyâĻ
īŽ Plenty of fresh
resumes
īŽ Pens or pencils
īŽ Folder or portfolio
īŽ Paper for taking
notes
īŽ Your planner to set
up a follow up
appointment
Be organized!
9. How should you dress?
īŽ Clean, ironed clothes
īŽ Business casual to dressy
īŽ Shirt tucked in
īŽ Conservative colors (keep attention on you, not your
clothes)
īŽ Be sure hair and nails are well groomed
īŽ Keep jewelry simple (if it makes noise, take it off)
īŽ Take a look at your shoes: should be clean and
polished
īŽ Perfume and cologne should be light or avoided
10. In order to
maximize your
job fair
experience, you
must be an
active
participant and
not just a
browser.
11. During the job fairâĻ
īŽ Make eye contact
immediately when introducing
yourself
īŽ Listen carefully to what the
HR reps have to say. Donât
interrupt
īŽ Show confidence in your
voice
īŽ Your resume should be easily
accessible
īŽ Donât just âdrop and runâ.
īŽ Keep you eyes and ears
open, you never know when
an opportunity will arise
īŽ Donât chew gum or smoke
īŽ Obtain a floor plan before
entering the room
īŽ Network alone, not in groups
īŽ Respect the privacy of
others who are networking
īŽ Ask questions about the
company to maximize your
time
īŽ Take a few minutes to jot
down notes about the HR
rep and companies to help
you remember later
12. During the job fair (cont)âĻ
īŽ Obtain a business card
from each HR rep that
you speak to
â This information can be
very useful for follow-up
īŽ Before leaving the fair,
revisit your top few
companies to make a
lasting impression
īŽ If you have a real
interest in an employer,
find out the procedures
to secure an interview
13. What to ask employers
īŽ What type of entry level positions exist within your
company?
īŽ What qualities are you looking for in a prospective
employee?
īŽ What do you feel are the future trends in this
industry?
īŽ Where do you see this company in 5 years? 10
years?
īŽ Do you have plans for expansion?
īŽ How would you describe the working environment
within the company?
14. What not to ask employers
īŽ What can you do for me?
īŽ How much do you pay?
īŽ What does your company do?
īŽ Do not ask questions that are clearly
answered on the employer's web site
and/or in any literature provided by the
employer to you in advance.
15. After the job fairâĻ
īŽ Show courtesy and follow up right away!
(within 24 hours)
īŽ Write a thank you (handwritten or email)
to each HR Representative with whom
you spoke.
16. What to Include in a Thank You
īŽ Confirm your interest and enthusiasm for the
company
īŽ Highlight your skills and abilities that meet the
companyâs needs
īŽ Inquire about the next step in the selection
process
īŽ Include your contact information
īŽ Follow up in 1-2 weeks by calling or emailing
to see if you can meet with them again
17. Final thoughtsâĻ
īŽ It is your
responsibility to
approach employers
and initiate a
conversation.
īŽ You will get out of a
job fair exactly what
you put into it.
īŽ Be assertive and
positive!
18. Autumn Recruitment Fair
Friday, October 29th, 2010
Waukesha County Technical College
(Service Building, Gymnasium)
12:00-3:00 p.m.
http://www.wfdc.org/job/jobfairs.htm