Released on September 11, 2023
Unsure of how to prepare yourself for a profession fair? Look no more, the Center for Profession Advancement is here to assist! Here are a couple of pointers to assist you prepare yourself to participate in the Profession Fairs and feel more positive when engaging with companies.
This term the All-University Fair will be on Tuesday, September 19 from 11am-3pm and the STEM Fair will be on Wednesday, September 20 from 11am-3pm, and both fairs will be held in Gampel Structure
Research Study Business Participating In the Fair through Handshake
Handshake is a task and internship search platform that links companies with UConn trainees like you! All you require to do to start is log into Handshake with your NetID and password. As soon as you’re checked in, you can utilize this link to see the Profession Fair information and going to companies. Having background details on the business going to the reasonable ways that you can prepare some concerns to ask and make an impression by revealing that you have actually done your research study.
- Under the “All Companies” tabs, you can see the complete list of companies and utilize filters on the left side of the screen to limit your search. You can filter by business name, task type and a lot more.
- You can see which fair( s) each company is going to in the company information.
- Research study task openings for each company by clicking their name.
Choose Who You Wish To Consult With
We have more than 200 companies going to the fairs this term, so preparing who you wish to consult with will assist you take advantage of the chances. Choose a couple of top priority business that you wish to get in touch with in case time runs short, or there are other trainees in line to fulfill them.
Update & & Print Your Résumé
Make certain that your résumé is current and look for any proof-reading mistakes. Print out enough copies for the companies you prepare to fulfill, plus 3-5 additionals. For concepts on how to upgrade your résumé, take a look at our Résumé and Cover Letter Guide or set up an Undergraduate Résumé Review consultation on Handshake
Produce & & Practice Your Elevator Pitch
Your elevator pitch is a fast method to get your foot in the door! Having the ability to share about 30-45 seconds of details about yourself to a company or employer is an excellent addition providing your résumé. Your elevator pitch must consist of an easy intro of your name, significant and year, for instance: Hi my name is Jonathan Husky, I am a sophomore interactions significant here at UConn Next you can include your profession objectives, experiences that have actually assisted you work towards it, and coursework or extracurriculars that have actually assisted you establish abilities that line up with that objective. Take a look at this blog site to learn more on developing an elevator pitch!
Think Of Your Clothing
Selecting what to use can be challenging, particularly if you’re visiting the reasonable prior to or after class, so here are some things to think of!
- Your clothing needs to represent the environment you remain in, however likewise you as an individual!
- Use something that will make you feel comfy when engaging with a company.
- Depending upon your market, office clothing can vary from clever casual to service expert and throughout between. Keep in mind: There is nobody ideal method to gown, as long as you feel great in your choice.
- For clothing motivation, take a look at our Office Clothing Gallery!
If you have any concerns or are trying to find more assistance, go to career.uconn.edu where we have on-demand resources for almost every subject.
