Career Fair Prep

Career Fair Tips for Success

Do your homework!
- Find out who will be at the career fair and research the companies or school districts you are interested in
Prepare your resume
Take hard copies with you to give to employer
Consider distributing letters of introduction with your resume
Prepare your “elevator speech”
- This is a 30 second intro about yourself that should include your education, experience, and skills that will benefit the company/school district you are speaking with
Collect business cards while you are there
Hand out your own
Speak to as many employers as you can
Network with other job seekers too!
Look the part and dress your best
Follow up with employers
Send a quick email thanking them for their time
Ask other questions that may have come up