Should I bring my resume to a career fair?
When you attend the career fair, one of the most important items you should have with you is your resume. This can be a general resume that outlines your work experience, educational background and your skills.
Do people actually get hired at career fairs?
The short answer is YES! Millions of people have found employment after visiting a career fair. As mentioned before, technology makes life easier – but also less personal. By attending a job fair, you have a chance to meet with recruiters face-to-face, have them get to know you, and make an impression.
How likely is it to get a job from a career fair?
Job fairs can be exciting. They’re a perfect opportunity to impress recruiters from the top companies across the world. According to Glassdoor, 90 percent of colleges and universities host these fairs year-round, and 75 percent of U.S. employers report recruiting from them. And they aren’t just for college students.
How many companies should you talk to at a career fair?
To make prep work manageable, pick three to five employers you want to focus on and do your homework. Read up on company news, follow the organizations on social media, and see whether they’ve posted any entry-level jobs online.
How many copies of my resume should I bring to a job fair?
20-40 copies
Depending on the size of the recruiting fair, you will need 20-40 copies of your resume. A good rule of thumb is to research the fair on your Career Fair Plus app to estimate how many recruiters you want to visit, then double that number. It’s better to have a few too many copies of your resume than not enough.
What do recruiters ask at a career fair?
The absolute worst way to greet a recruiter is to ask, “So what does your company do?” or, “What jobs do you have open?” Just like with dating you wouldn’t ask a prospective date, “So do you want to go home with me tonight?” before you’ve even said your name, you need to have an introductory conversation with the …
Do they interview you at a job fair?
Many job-seekers go to career fairs to “see the sights” and are not prepared to interview. While all of the recruiters will have company literature at their booths at the fair, you often can’t access those until after the interview.
How do I get the most out of my career fair?
Before the Event
- Find Out Who Will Be There. Look—or ask—for a list of all the companies who will be attending prior to the event, and prioritize the ones you want to approach.
- Pack Your (Small) Bag.
- Dress for Success (and Comfort)
- Don’t Be Shy.
- Get Your Resume in Their Hands.
- Give a Memorable Goodbye.
- Follow Up.
- Take Action.
Why do recruiters not tell you the company?
Job recruiters have many reasons for not disclosing the name of a company, either to protect them, the company, or you. If you want to work with a job recruiter, you must trust them. After all, they would lose business if they didn’t find the right people for the right jobs.
How do you start a conversation with a recruiter at a career fair?
Start with a firm handshake and tell them your name, what you are studying, and year in school. Tell them you are glad to have the opportunity to talk with them about your career interests, and how your experience might fit in with their companies.
What is job fair recruitment?
Job fair recruitment: A planning guide for employers. Job fairs are like speed dating for recruiting. At a set time and place, companies and job seekers meet and try to find out if they’ll match. To make sure you promote yourself at a job fair and attract the most qualified candidates, take some time to plan your job fair recruitment strategy.
How do you remember candidates after a job fair?
Write down notes during interviews. It’s difficult to remember candidates after job fairs unless you take brief notes as you talk to them. Gather candidates’ resumes and contact details. You could also prompt them to apply for the job on your careers page, and ask them to mention that you met at the XYZ job fair.
How to prevent recruiters from submitting resume without permission?
That’s how they work. You should try to reach out to reputable recruiting companies only. Beyond that there is not much you can do to prevent unauthorized resume submissions. The recruiting company may not have even a direct contact with the prospective employer and will go through another party.
Can you contact a recruiter without your resume?
You contacted them – they will not go further without your resume. That’s how they work. You should try to reach out to reputable recruiting companies only. Beyond that there is not much you can do to prevent unauthorized resume submissions.