Spring Career Fair

Wednesday, March 14, 2012

3 - 5 pm
Michele M. Rollins Atrium

• What companies will be in attendance?
  
  

• Why attend the Career Fair?

  • It’s a great networking opportunity to meet with the employers and find out more about the employment opportunities within their companies.




• Who should attend the Career Fair?

  • EVERYONE! The Career Fair should benefit all students and alumni, whether you are looking for an internship, full time, or part time work.  The wide variety of employers are looking for college students and alumni with degrees.




• How do I prepare for the Career Fair?

  • Bring plenty of resumes. You should have at least 40 to 50 on resume paper, (light ivory or off white).  Before making several copies, have another set of eyes view for any misspellings or typos. Contact Career Services Center for a Resume Critique (225-6256)
  • Research the employers prior to attending.  (See list of employers on www.gbc.edu/career)  Recruiters will be impressed if you know something about their company prior to visiting their tables.
  • Be Professional. First impressions count. Make excellent eye contact and give a firm handshake to every employer.
  • Dress in professional attire. A dark solid color suit, or nice pressed pants and/or skirt and a button down collared shirt, with matching blazer.  NO JEANS OR SWEATS PLEASE!
  • Prepare a one minute presentation about yourself. Introduce yourself and the degree you will receive, inquire about the open positions they have and explain your career goals.  Ask the employers if they have a training program for College grads. 
  • Supply your resume to the employer and get a business card. If you are interested in the company. Get information on the follow-up process, ask the employer, when you will hear from him/her. Within a week, send a follow up letter reiterating your interest and resend a new resume.
  • Smile, relax and have fun…