During the Career Fair
Make eye contact immediately when introducing yourself. SMILE...even if you're nervous…
Give a firm handshake to get you off to a good start…
Remember the representative's name…
Be polite and enthusiastic…
Do not look around when talking or being spoken to…
Do not chew gum…
Avoid using filler words such as, “um,” “like,” “ya know…”
Offer a resume if you have a professional looking one. If you don't, offer to send it…
Ask for a business card or write down the representative's name…
Gather information and materials from each organization’s booth…
Ask about the organization’s recruiting timetable. Solicit information about the next step in the process…
Ask what the hiring procedure is…
Explore all your options…
… WHY? Collectively, all the aforementioned efforts will help you make a positive and memorable impression on employers and will hopefully bring you to the next level of their hiring process!
