Employment recruiters want to hire more college students and graduates this year, so be sure to plan for the Cardinal Job Fair on Wednesday, September 15 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m at Worthen Arena.
Here are some tips for when you attend the job fair:
1. Dress like you would for an interview. First impressions are important, so be thoughtful when selecting an outfit for the fair.
2. Have your résumé approved through VMock on Cardinal Career Link and uploaded prior to the fair. Bring your approved résumé to pass out to employers.
3. Introduce yourself and be prepared to give your “career pitch”.
4. Research the employers who will be attending prior to the career fair. Discover which employers are attending and learn about the fair on the Career Fair Plus app.
5. Collect employer contact information. The job fair is a great networking opportunity and this helps you follow up with your favorite employers 24-48 hours after the job fair.
6. Be enthusiastic. Everyone loves to meet someone who is excited about what they do.
7. Connect with a Career Coach. Setting up an appointment with a Career Coach is a great way to get additional advice before the fair. You can schedule an appointment on Cardinal Career Link.
Don’t forget to have your résumé reviewed at least two days before the fair! Upload your résumé to VMock, our 24/7 online résumé review tool that leverages technologies like data science, machine learning, and natural language processing to provide instant, personalized feedback on your résumé based on criteria gathered from employers and global best practices. Access VMock by logging in to Cardinal Career Link.
Please follow the university’s COVID-19 guidelines when at the job fair.
All participants are welcome. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations may call 765-285-1522 or email careercenter@bsu.edu in advance of the program.