Job Search Strategies - Career and Job Fairs
Workforce 2008, the 17th Annual Career and Internship Fair for Wisconsin's 20 Private and Independent
Colleges and Universities will be held at Marquette University's Union Ballroom on Thursday, February 21, 2008, 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.
At Workforce 2008 employers, students, and recent graduates will have the
opportunity to meet one on one for discussion of possible full-time positions as well as internships.
Transportation will be provided for Lawrence University students. Please call the Career Center
at x6561 for more information.
For a list of last year's participating employers,
please click Workforce 2007.
Sponsored by campus career centers and private companies to create multiple-connection opportunities
for employers and candidates to connect.
What you will need:
- A career fair (we can help you find these).
- Appropriate interview attire.
- Multiple copies of résumés
- Preferred: customized résumé (especially if you have a company with whom you want to apply in particular).
- Your introduction:
- Your name
- Your class
- Your major
- When you will be graduating
- Why you are talking to them
What you will do:
- Research the career fair and the organizations that interest you in particular. Most career fairs have on-line information
and have direct links to the organizations that will be attending.
- To gain confidence, start with a few employers who interest you but are not your top choices. Use a
firm handshake to introduce yourself.
- When you are feeling focused and articulate, go for your top choices.
- Ask recruiters for their business card - jot down key information on the back.
- One-two dates later, follow up with a thank-you letter. Include key points from your notes.
Here is a listing of Career Fair opportunities that were recently received at the Career Center. Please keep in mind that this is not an exhaustive collection of available fairs.
Convergys Career Open House
Date:
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Time:
4:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Location:
W6280 Aerotech Drive; Appleton, WI 54914 (Located directly across from the Outagamie COunty Airport.)
Description:
Come find out about great job opportunities and learn more about this growing company. Currently hiring Customer Service Representatives for all shifts. Pay rate is between $10.00 and $12.00 per hour based on experience.
Wake County Public School System Fall Teacher Job Fair
Date:
Saturday, December 6, 2008
Time:
7:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location:
Elementary Candidates: Forestville Elementary School; Secondary Candidates: Knightdale High School
Description:
If you are fully licensed, have completed your student teaching, or are eligible for a valid teaching license, join hundreds of other candidates at this job fair. School administrators will be on site to conduct interviews and to offer contracts to selected applicants. Pre-registration is required and can be completed online.
Website:
http://www.wcpss.net/signup/job-fair/
Wisconsin Broadcasters Association 2009 Winter Broadcast Job/Career Fair
Date:
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Time:
8:30 - 10:30 a.m.
Location:
Monona Terrace Convention Center - One John Nolen Drive; Madison, WI 53703
Description:
Bring your resume! Talk with working broadcasters about their jobs and the industry. Meet with Radio and TV station reps from around the state. There is no fee to attend and pre-registration is not required.
Website:
http://www.wi-broadcasters.org
University of Northern Iowa Overseas Recruiting Fair
Date:
January 30 - February 1, 2009
Location:
University of Northern Iowa - Cedar Falls, IA
Description:
Over 120 American international schools from over 70 countries are anticipated to attend the fair. This event gives your seniors and alumni the opportunity to meet and interview with American K-12 schools from around the globe. Candidates typically average six interviews each. Educators of all disciplines are needed. Pre-registration is required and the deadline to sign up is January 9, 2009.
Phone:
(319) 273-2083
Email:
overseas.placement@uni.edu
Website:
www.uni.edu/placement/overseas
