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Career Fair Workshop K 2 BCP

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Career Fair Workshop K 2 BCP

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  1. http://www.towson.edu/careercenter/medialibrary/engine/swf/player.swf?url=../../data/video/towsoncareer.flv&volume=100http://www.towson.edu/careercenter/medialibrary/engine/swf/player.swf?url=../../data/video/towsoncareer.flv&volume=100

  2. Career Fair WorkshopK2BCP

  3. Resume

  4. Heading

  5. Uniformity

  6. Anything Else?

  7. Preparing: The Night Before the Career Fair

  8. Go Over Your Checklist • Key employers • Prepare resume • Rehearse elevator speech • Practice possible interview questions • Develop your own list of questions • Dress appropriately • Gather all needed materials

  9. Key Employers • Know who will be there • Know the company facts • Ask the appropriate questions • Showcase your knowledge

  10. Prepare Your Resume • Polish resume and correct any errors • Prepare several copies of your resume • Place resume in professional folder

  11. 30 second Elevator Speech • Very limited time to make an impression so you need to rehearse your “elevator speech” • Usually from 30 sec to 1 min long • It is great if interviewer asks you the famous question “Tell me about yourself?”

  12. Sample Questions to Ask! • Why did you choose this career? • Can you describe a typical day for someone in the entry-level or internship position? • What are the steps involved in your company’s hiring process? What are the timelines?

  13. Job Interview Questions • How would you describe yourself? • What's more important to you-the work itself or how much you’re paid for doing it? • What do you consider to be your greatest strengths and weaknesses? • What motivates you to go the extra mile on a project or job? • Why should I hire you?

  14. Dress the Part • Know the expected attire • Be conservative and well-groomed • Wear minimal accessories

  15. The Night Before • Resume • Portfolio (to hold everything) • Pens • Notepads • List of pre-typed questions to ask • Quick info on company background • Bring breath mints NEVER GUM!

  16. At and After Career Fair

  17. Arrive early and ready to stay late

  18. Be Confident • As you approach Recruiter • Make a eye contact • Smile • Offer a firm handshake • Introduce yourself confidently

  19. Meaningful Conversation • Be professional and courteous all the time • Have conversation related to company • Question reflecting your interest and research

  20. Take Notes • Key words • Example: the specific skills they are looking for

  21. Close the Conversation • Thank the employer for his time • Ask question that will help you to follow up • Request a business card

  22. After the Fair • Follow up with thank you note • In the note: • Thank the employer for his time • Mention the name of the fair • Reiterate your strength and interest in the company • Ask for the interview

  23. Example of Thank You Note February 21, 2011 Dear Mr. Keith: Thank you for speaking with me at the Career Fair held at Towson University on April 5, 2013. I found our conversation about the opportunities at the T.ROWE Price quite interesting and informative. I would be very excited to have an opportunity for a personal interview to further discuss my qualifications. I look forward to hearing from you. You may contact me at (410) 000-000 Keith_Latecommer@gmail.com Sincerely, Keith

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