| It's Time to Prepare! - In-Person & Virtual Career Fairs start this month! | Hello Hawkeyes!
The Pomerantz Career Center is hosting a variety of career fairs and networking events this spring for ALL STUDENTS regardless of major or class year! These events will take place in-person or virtually through Handshake and will be fantastic ways to connect with employers, start your job or internship search, and learn more about career opportunities.
Mark your calendar and learn more about events on Handshake and our upcoming Career Fairs!
- Virtual Engineering Career Fair: Monday, February 21, 12-4 pm (Handshake)
- All Majors Career Fair: Wednesday, February 23, 12-4 pm (Main Lounge, IMU)
- Interview Day: Thursday, February 24 (PCC)
- Virtual Nursing Career Fair: Monday, February 28, 9:30 am – 12:30 pm (Handshake)
- PT Job Fair: Friday, March 4, 1-4 pm
- Virtual K-12 Statewide Educator Career Fair: Wednesday, March 23, 3-5 pm (Handshake)
- Virtual Tippie Tech Job & Internship Fair: Tuesday, March 29, 1-4 pm (Handshake)
- Virtual Careers in Environment & Sustainability Industry Panel: Tuesday, March 29 (zoom)
- Virtual All Majors Career Fair: Wednesday, March 30, 12-4 pm (Handshake)
- Virtual Creative Careers Job Fair: Friday, April 8, 12-2 pm (Handshake)
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EXPLORE
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Registrations open!
For in-person fairs, learn which companies will be there on Handshake and prepare for who you want to talk to.
For virtual fairs, make sure to sign-up for an individual session or group session in advance with employers of interest.
Read all about how to get started:
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Unsure on your major or career field?
Read about education level, necessary skills, median salaries, remote job availability and much more:
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PREPARE
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Make an appointment in MyUI with a Career Coach.
Reserve a room in the Pomerantz Career Center in advance for interviews and virtual fairs if you need a quiet space and strong internet connection by calling or emailing us: (319) 335 - 1023 | careercenter@uiowa.edu.
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There are several things that you can do to prepare so you can present your best self at the events you attend!
- Craft your “elevator pitch” so you are ready to introduce yourself to employers.
- Be sure to develop or update your resume and upload it to Handshake.
- Also, make sure you look the part by wearing a suit jacket, dressy top, or collared shirt.
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Attend Career Development & Fair Prep Sessions.
Log in to your Handshake account and select the Events tab to explore our networking events.
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Do's, Don'ts, & Donuts
FEBRUARY 21 or 22, 2022
2-3pm | C310 PC
Show up, eat a donut, and learn from Career Center leaders on what you need to do to prepare and be ready!
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EXPERIENCE
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Reserve a room ahead of time, if needed.
If you need a quiet space for networking, you can reserve a room at the Pomerantz Career Center by calling 319.335.1023. Earlier is better as space is limited.
Make sure your tech needs are prepped and ready to go!
We recommend utilizing Chrome as your web browser and using either desktop, web or native mobile apps for the best experience.
Check out the articles below:
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Ask Questions that Matter to You.
During the fair, be prepared for interview-type questions, and also have a list of questions you can ask about their company and culture.
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Stand Out to Employers at Virtual Recruiting Events.
Check out this article for all the great tips on how to stand out - or watch the video below!
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ACHIEVE
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Follow up Afterwards.
Email the employers you met, thank them for their time , and reiterate your interest. They meet dozens of students so your follow-up will remind them why you’re a great candidate!
Send them your resume & connect on LinkedIn.
Send your resume and add the recruiter as a LinkedIn connection. Hopefully, this all leads to the next step of interviewing for a position – use our Mock Interview and Big Interview programs to practice your interview skills.
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Already have an internship?
This grant awards stipends to undergraduate students who are gaining experience in their desired career fields. Funds can cover food, housing, and other expenses. Learn more and apply on the scholarship portal.
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