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A Guide to Preparing for the
Career & Internship Fair
Before The Fair
Attire & Presentation of Self
Attend the fair in business professional attire, to show your high level of preparation and professionalism. You want to stand out to
employers and make a solid first impression. The person you meet may participate in selecting candidates for the interview process
or provide feedback to the hiring manager/committee at the organization.
Women’s Interview Attire Men’s Interview Attire
□
Solid color, conservative suit □ Solid color, conservative suit
□ Coordinated blouse □ White long sleeve shirt
□ Moderate shoes □ Conservative tie
□ Limited jewelry □ Dark socks, professional shoes
□ Neat, professional hairstyle □ Limited jewelry
□ Tan or light hosiery □ Neat, professional hairstyle
□ Sparse make-up & perfume □ Go easy on the aftershave
□ Manicured nails □ Manicured nails
Materials to Bring:
□ 5-10 copies of a tailored and edited resume □ Folder to collect materials in
□ A portfolio/notebook to write down notes □ Questions for the representatives
□ Pen/pencil □ Business cards
Research Employers:
Perform a preliminary review to determine which employers and their position(s) interest you. Think about the organization’s
mission, company culture and how you can utilize your skills and experience to support the organization reach its goals. Use this
space to note possible organizations and the position(s) of interest:
Organizatio
n:
Positions:
Pr
actice to Prepare for the Fair:
□ 60 Second Elevator Speech – Your response to why you □ Eye Contact – Practice keeping eye contact with a
believe you are an excellent candidate for person you speak to and avoid looking down, away or
company/position. fidgeting with your hands or an item in your hand.
□ Handshake – Have a firm and confident handshake. □ CAR Method (Context, Action & Results) – Make sure
you answer questions with this method.
Self-Reflection
To help you prepare for the event and possible questions from employers, consider your responses to the following questions, think
of 2-3 talking points per question:
1. Top 3 Career(s) or Job Type(s):
2. Why do you want to work at (insert organization)?
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3. What skills do you have that make you unique for this position/organization?
4. How does your current education align with our organization’s/this position’s needs?
5. What would your previous supervisor say about you?
During The Fair
General Tips and Advice:
□ Attend the fair to learn more about employers and potential employment opportunities. The sooner you know what employers
are looking for the more prepared you will be to submit a resume and cover letter that reflects the skills and qualifications
employers are seeking.
□ Network with employers and establish contacts with professionals in your field of interest. Fairs offer a rare opportunity to talk
with lots of people and develop connections that could potentially lead to employment opportunities in the future.
o Note - attending the career fair does not require you to be ready for an immediate full-time position. A goal for the fair
could be simply learning about local employers and potential future employment opportunities.
□ Eavesdrop. Listen to the conversations of other students and employers to gain insight on networking.
□ Volunteer to help with the fair. Student volunteers help employers during the event, which can provide a different perspective and
allow you to observe and learn more about the needs of employers.
Questions to ask Employers:
□ What entry-level position(s) in (mention your career □ What is the company culture like?
interest) are available at your organization?
□ What do you like most about working for (insert
□ What types of skills and/or work experience are critical organization)?
for this position?
□ What advice would you give for someone looking to
□ What is the projected growth you anticipate at your work for your organization?
organization?
□ May I contact you with further questions?
□ What type of training is provided for new employees?
After The Fair
□ Organize & Reflect - Review brochures and business cards gathered and make additional notes on the employers visited to
decide which position(s) you would like to apply to.
□ Thank You Notes: Sending thank you notes is an excellent way to show your appreciation and express interest in a particular
organization. If you need sample thank you notes, please review the Resume Handbook for samples and visit the Career
Development Center for assistance. Thank the business representative for his/her time and mention you hope to hear from
them soon.
□ Social Media - Be aware that some business representatives may look at your social networking pages after the event. Make
sure your page is appropriate. LinkedIn is a professional social networking site that may be appropriate for you connect with
professionals in your field. If you are interested in connecting with them, be sure to ask if you can send them a request to
connect.
□ Follow-Up - Stay in touch with the employers that interest you most. It's extremely important to keep the lines of
communication open by putting time on your calendar to remind yourself to send follow-up inquiries. Review key points that
were discussed during your conversation at the fair and send a resume that reflects the skills you have that meet the needs of
the employer. Immediately send thank you notes and submit LinkedIn add requests of all the contacts and employers you
connected with within 24-48 hours after the event.
Career & Internship Fair Information:
For a list of participating employers or to register as a volunteer at Career & Internship Fair visit: go.csuci.edu/cdsnews
California State University Channel Islands
Career Development Services
One University Drive, Bell Tower 1548 | Camarillo, CA 93012
(805) 437-3270 (office) | (805) 437-8899 (fax) | career.services@csuci.edu
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