This document provides tips for preparing for and attending a job fair. It recommends planning ahead by checking the list of attending companies, dressing professionally, having a positive mindset, and bringing multiple copies of your resume. At the fair, it suggests engaging with employers by greeting them, introducing yourself, asking questions to learn about opportunities, offering your resume, and following up appropriately. The overall message is to be organized and make the most of interactions with potential employers.

1. Monday April 5 th , 2010 2:00 PM-4:00 PM Melissa Suey & Don Verrill Info Ctr Sign –up Job Fair Wed April 7th How to be productive @ Job Fairs Prepare for workshop

2. Preparing/Attending Job Fairs April 2010 CareerCenter Consultants Melissa Suey & Don Verrill

3. Plan Ahead

9. Engage Be clear Be specific Be brief

11. “ Hi I’m Steve Jones” (wait for answer) “ What types of positions are you recruiting for today?” (wait for answer) “ I have [ telemarketing experience] ( or other skills, abilities, and experiences) which should be a good match for that position. I have my resume could I leave it. OR “ Would you like to see my resume?” Sample Q's

12. Ask about follow-up ex. What’s the next step? When will you hire? May I contact you? When is the best time?

13. Thank you always acceptable to say thanks

15. Preparing/Attending Job Fairs April 2010 CareerCenter Consultants Melissa Suey & Don Verrill