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https://career.engin.umich.edu/events/career-fairs/ By: Susanne Fluri Career fairs can be intimidating to many, especially for those who have not attended one before. If you are fully prepared, then you will have the confidence to talk to recruiters and show them your true personality and talents. Follow these steps below to make sure you are ready for the next career/job fair that comes to your school or city. 1. Make a list of all the possible companies you are interested in speaking to. This will make the fair seem smaller and much more manageable. Often several weeks before the fair the host will post which companies are coming and when. 2. Research background information of those companies you are interested in. You will feel much more confident approaching a company you are interested in if you have a little bit of knowledge about them and the positions they offer. You will also be able to devise valuable questions to ask to help you stand out. The website of the company and their LinkedIn profile are a great place to start. 3. Set a map for your route. Locating where your company will be positioned prior to entering the fair should help relieve any anxiety the day of. A map should most likely be available online. 4. Update your resume and print out multiple copies. Make sure you have enough copies and a few extra in case you talk to more people than expected or one gets damaged. 5. Practice an elevator pitch. While most the time the talking will come naturally, it is good to have an introductory pitch about yourself on hand. Focus on who you are, how you heard about the company and why you are interested in the company and position. 7. Don’t be afraid to talk to a random company that looks interesting! You never know who you might meet or what might surprise you. 8. Even if you feel you weren’t successful, just know that this was practice and it can never hurt to network so you are ready when the right time comes around.
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