| It's Time to Prepare! - Several Career Fairs are Happening This Month! | Greetings Hawkeyes!
The Pomerantz Career Center is hosting several virtual and in-person career fairs and networking events this Fall for ALL STUDENTS regardless of major or class year! These events are fantastic ways to connect with employers, start your job or internship search, and learn more about career opportunities. 1
Mark your calendar and don't forget to update your profile in Handshake
MAPLA Law Expo
(Main Lounge, IMU): Wednesday, September 29, 11 am – 3 pm
Tuesday, October 11 am – 2 pm
Virtual Public Health Networking Event
Thursday, October 14, 3 – 5 pm
Virtual Exploring Careers in Arts, Media & Entertainment
Wednesday, October 20, 1 – 4 pm
Top 5 tips for students on preparing for
fairs and networking events
- Dress in business casual – no need for a full suit, but dress pants/skirt or khaki/twill, and a dress shirt are welcome – no jeans please – it’s important to dress your best even when attending virtual fairs!
- Research companies/organizations ahead of time using Handshake, LinkedIn and company web sites and think of questions you may want to ask
- Update your resume or create one – drop in to meet with a Peer Advisor to have yours reviewed beforehand!
- Practice interviewing before fairs – sign up for in-person or virtual Mock Interviews on Handshake or use Big Interview – interview software
- Download the Handshake app before the event to favorite companies, see where they are on fair maps and more!
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EXPLORE
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Attending a virtual fair?
Make sure to sign-up for an individual sessions or group sessions 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:
CandidCareer.com
Don't forget to check out our new CandidCareer.com uiowa portal, where you can hear from real people working real jobs that you could be interested in pursuing.
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PREPARE
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Get Professional Support.
Make an appointment in MyUI with a Career Coach or Peer Advisor.
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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 (at least on top!) by wearing a suit jacket, dressy top, or collared shirt.
- Bookmark our LIST OF UPCOMING EVENTS, and sign up for the ones you like!
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Attend Career Development & Fair Prep Sessions.
Log in to your Handshake account and select the Events tab to explore our virtual fairs and networking events.
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Dos, Don'ts, & Donuts
SEPTEMBER 20/21
2-3 pm | C310 Pomerantz Center
Join us in the Pomerantz Career Center to gain tips on how to interact with employers while attending career fairs. FREE DONUTS WILL BE SERVED!
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EXPERIENCE
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For Virtual Fairs, 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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WHAT TO WEAR
The reccommended dress code has changed this year to BUSINESS CASUAL. Say goodbye to the ties and hello to your own style.
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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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Practice Makes Professional
Once you snag those interviews, don't forget to PRACTICE. The Pomerantz Career Center has plenty of opportunities to help you shake out those gitters and finess your delivery when it comes to answering interview questions.
Participating in Virtual Mock Interviews at the Career Center gives you feedback and experience with an actual recruiter who is volunteering their time to help you prepare for interviews.
Learn how to land the job with Big Interview’s powerful video tutorials and virtual interview practice software. Big Interview also teaches you how to get inside the head of any interviewer and prove that you’re the candidate they’re looking for.
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