Coming back to campus is all very exciting but it’s also very overwhelming: with fall recruitment, work overload, club meetings and most importantly the career fair. SJU is known to give the students plenty of opportunities for growth and career enhancement so utilizing the career fair on September 22nd is a great asset to our campus. If you have never gone before, it can be oh so terrifying but with these 10 tips you will be more than prepared!
In order to be a rock star at the career fair, you need to prepare!
1. Have a polished resume!
Resume can make you … or break you. One way to stand out is to have your resume on resume paper!
P.S. We all love and adore Elle Woods but it’s probably not the best idea to spray your resume with perfume!
2. Do your Research
Career Development will release a map of the different companies. In order to save yourself from getting lost or spending time chatting with an insurance company when you’re a Biology major, do you research to find companies that interest you!
3. Have a Killer Outfit
Business professional is a must! First impressions are everything and your outfit will be one of the first things a recruiter will notice. If you don’t know the difference between business casual and business professional then seek help from Pinterest!
4. Wear Comfortable Shoes
Nothing is worse than blisters and sore feet so wear shoes that you know you’re going to be able to walk in.
5. Arrive Early
Be sure to get there as early as your schedule allows. Recruiters are fresher and more likely to remember you…remember, the early bird catches the worm!
6. Have a Firm Handshake
When you approach a table and introduce yourself to the recruiter, make sure you put your hand out and shake their hand! It shows initiative and it’s even more memorable if the handshake is strong. Practice with your roommate.
7. Collect the Recruiter’s Business Card
Unfortunately, we don’t all have as great of a memory as Elle so, after your conversation with the company representative, make sure to ask for their business card. Having their card makes the next few tips easier!
8. Send Follow-up Email
Send an email after the career fair to the representative that you had a conversation with. It will set you a part and will help remind the recruiter that you are serious about a potential interview.
9. Connect on LinkedIn
After you send a follow up email, it is not a bad idea to connect with the recruiter on LinkedIn. If you choose to do so, send a message to the recruiter explaining that you met at the Saint Joe’s career fair.
10. Be Confident!!
You are amazing and a product of SJU so go out and SLAY!
HCXO,
Meg