Preparing Your Resume for a Career Fair

To make the most out of and increase your confidence at a career fair, preparation is key. Part of this includes updating your resume to give to employers of interest during the event.

Make sure your contact info is accurate

By Beth Loell
Beth Loell Assistant Director, Career Services
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3 Steps to Writing the Perfect Career Fair Follow-Up Email

It’s time to refresh your first impression.

By Greg Denon
Greg Denon Associate Dean, Career Services & Cooperative Education
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How to Give a Great Elevator Pitch (With Examples)

Whether approaching an employer at a career fair or meeting them at an on-campus recruiting event, your elevator pitch (or introduction) is a great way to leave a fantastic first impression.

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Career Fair Myths & Realities

MYTH: Job offers are made at career and job fairs.
REALITY: Company representatives almost never make an offer at a fair. At best, they may tell you they’ll call at a later date to schedule an interview. Just in case …

By Beth Loell
Beth Loell Assistant Director, Career Services
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Making the Most of a Career Fair: Before, During, and After

The Handshake article below provides valuable tips for making the most of career fairs. Although there are no more career fairs this fall, you can always prepare for the next semester by reading articles like this one. The article covers …

By Greg Denon
Greg Denon Associate Dean, Career Services & Cooperative Education
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