It's Time to Prepare! - Virtual Job & Internship Fairs start this month!

EXPLORE

Registration is now open!

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: 

Signing Up for & Managing Virtual Fair Sessions

Unsure on your major or career field?

Read about education level, necessary skills, median salaries, remote job availability and much more:

LinkedIn's Jobs on the Rise: 15 opportunities that are in demand and hiring now.

PREPARE

Get Professional Support.

Make an appointment in MyUI with a Career Advisor.

Reserve a room in the Pomerantz Career Center in advance for the day of the fair if you need a quiet space and strong internet connection by calling or emailing us: (319) 335 - 1023 | careercenter@uiowa.edu. 

See a list of our virtual services.

Download and Review Student Tips:
Virtual Fairs & Networking Events.

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. 

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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EXPERIENCE

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:

Handshake Video Requirements & Troubleshooting

Virtual Fairs: Accessibility

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.

13 Questions you should ask to understand if a company cares about diversity, equity, and inclusion

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!

ACHIEVE

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.

Read "Networking using LinkedIn".

 
Already have an internship?

Join us on Thursday, February 4th for a mini info session discussing the Hawkeye Internship Grant. The grant awards stipends to undergraduate students who are interning at a non-profit or in a government office. Funds can cover food, housing, and other costs associated with participating in the internship.

RSVP to receive the Zoom link for the info session - or visit this link to learn more and apply!