logging in or signing up St. Joseph's College: Job Fair Prep. licareers Download Post to : URL : Related Presentations : Share Add to Flag Embed Email Send to Blogs and Networks Add to Channel Uploaded from authorPOINT lite Insert YouTube videos in PowerPont slides with aS Desktop Copy embed code: (To copy code, click on the text box) Embed: URL: Thumbnail: WordPress Embed Customize Embed The presentation is successfully added In Your Favorites. Views: 427 Category: Education License: All Rights Reserved Like it (0) Dislike it (0) Added: April 14, 2010 This Presentation is Public Favorites: 1 Presentation Description No description available. Comments Posting comment... Premium member Presentation Transcript How to Make a Job Fair Work for You : How to Make a Job Fair Work for You Office of Career Development, Wellness and Disability Services St. Joseph’s College, NY Key points to be covered : Key points to be covered Benefits of attending a job fair Preparation Presentation What is a job fair? : What is a job fair? A one day event A method of recruiting Employers host the tables Employers provide information Employers answer questions Benefits of attending a job fair : Benefits of attending a job fair Access to employers Learn about opportunities Present your qualifications Apply for jobs Networking Gain knowledge What should you expect? : What should you expect? Crowded venue Employer description Available positions Location of employers What do employers expect? : What do employers expect? Well prepared candidates Professional appearance Good eye contact Enthusiasm How to prepare? : How to prepare? Research the companies Visit each employer’s website Learn about products or services Become familiar with application process How to prepare? (cont.) : How to prepare? (cont.) Practice your handshake and greeting Develop an introduction Prepare questions What to take with you to the fair? : What to take with you to the fair? Folder, portfolio or briefcase A supply of resumes Pen and paper A list of the organizations What to wear? : What to wear? Business suit and polished shoes Neutral colors Keep jewelry to a minimum No perfume/cologne At the event : At the event Arrive early Obtain an employer directory Review the floor plan At the event (cont.) : At the event (cont.) Be confident Introduce yourself Ask appropriate questions No sensitive questions Offer your resume DOs and DON’Ts : DOs and DON’Ts Be well prepared 30 copies of your resume Dress appropriately Be organized DOs and DON’Ts : DOs and DON’Ts Don’t expect a job offer on the spot Pick up information Take business cards DOs and DON’Ts : DOs and DON’Ts Don’t go with friends Evaluate performance DOs and DON’Ts : DOs and DON’Ts You are being observed Be polite and positive You do not have the permission to view this presentation. In order to view it, please contact the author of the presentation.
St. Joseph's College: Job Fair Prep. licareers Download Post to : URL : Related Presentations : Share Add to Flag Embed Email Send to Blogs and Networks Add to Channel Uploaded from authorPOINT lite Insert YouTube videos in PowerPont slides with aS Desktop Copy embed code: (To copy code, click on the text box) Embed: URL: Thumbnail: WordPress Embed Customize Embed The presentation is successfully added In Your Favorites. Views: 427 Category: Education License: All Rights Reserved Like it (0) Dislike it (0) Added: April 14, 2010 This Presentation is Public Favorites: 1 Presentation Description No description available. Comments Posting comment... Premium member Presentation Transcript How to Make a Job Fair Work for You : How to Make a Job Fair Work for You Office of Career Development, Wellness and Disability Services St. Joseph’s College, NY Key points to be covered : Key points to be covered Benefits of attending a job fair Preparation Presentation What is a job fair? : What is a job fair? A one day event A method of recruiting Employers host the tables Employers provide information Employers answer questions Benefits of attending a job fair : Benefits of attending a job fair Access to employers Learn about opportunities Present your qualifications Apply for jobs Networking Gain knowledge What should you expect? : What should you expect? Crowded venue Employer description Available positions Location of employers What do employers expect? : What do employers expect? Well prepared candidates Professional appearance Good eye contact Enthusiasm How to prepare? : How to prepare? Research the companies Visit each employer’s website Learn about products or services Become familiar with application process How to prepare? (cont.) : How to prepare? (cont.) Practice your handshake and greeting Develop an introduction Prepare questions What to take with you to the fair? : What to take with you to the fair? Folder, portfolio or briefcase A supply of resumes Pen and paper A list of the organizations What to wear? : What to wear? Business suit and polished shoes Neutral colors Keep jewelry to a minimum No perfume/cologne At the event : At the event Arrive early Obtain an employer directory Review the floor plan At the event (cont.) : At the event (cont.) Be confident Introduce yourself Ask appropriate questions No sensitive questions Offer your resume DOs and DON’Ts : DOs and DON’Ts Be well prepared 30 copies of your resume Dress appropriately Be organized DOs and DON’Ts : DOs and DON’Ts Don’t expect a job offer on the spot Pick up information Take business cards DOs and DON’Ts : DOs and DON’Ts Don’t go with friends Evaluate performance DOs and DON’Ts : DOs and DON’Ts You are being observed Be polite and positive