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Job fair 2012

How to Prepare

Thursday March 7, 2013
10 am - 3 pm
Campus Activity Centre - TRU

 
Why should I attend the Job Fair? PDF Document  

Employer List  PDF Document

Job Fair Tips PDF Document  (How to maximize your visit to the TRU Job Fair. )


What to Expect
The environment of a Job Fair is usually relaxed and friendly. This "open house" concept makes it very easy to approach employers. Network, identify job openings, explore career options and set up interviews. Employers promote their organization and want to identify potential candidates for employment.

The TRU Job Fair is held in the Campus Activity Centre, 2nd floor, in the Rotunda and Grand Hall. Employers set up individual booths - booths that they pay for. These booths are staffed by representatives from the participating organizations.

Student registration tables are usually located at the entrance to the job fair. Here you might be asked to sign in, create a name tag and complete a brief questionnaire. Lists of attending organizations and maps identifying their locations are also available.

To maximize your success at the job fair there are a number of steps you should follow:

 

Before the Job Fair

 

  • Do your homework - Research the companies in advance. You will make a much better impression if you can demonstrate that you've done your research on the company.
  • If you are looking for a summer job - know what date you will be available, and have a resume ready.
  • Prepare your resume. Print on quality paper. Have enough to give to organizations you are targeting.
  • Bring a portfolio to carry your materials
  • Anticipate questions they might ask you and put a list of questions together that you want to ask
  • Practice how to present yourself! First impressions are lasting impressions - you should look and act professionally when meeting recruiters. If possible, dress in business attire. At the very least, good grooming is essential. Offer a firm, friendly handshake and be sure to make eye contact to establish rapport.

During the Job Fair

 

  • DO convey interest, enthusiasm and confidence.
  • Offer a firm handshake, your name, major and grad date.
  • Offer your resume.
  • Convey the knowledge you have of the organization.
  • Be able to summarize your experiences and skills.
  • Ask about the application process.
  • Ask for a business card (and after the Job Fair, follow up with a thank-you card).
  • Listen to what they are saying.
  • DON'T ask about salary or benefits.
  • Be aware if there are others waiting behind you.
  • DO keep an open mind and consider all organizations as potential employers.
  • Ask questions and increase your knowledge.
  • Save your questions on salary and benefits until the company has expressed a clear interest in you.
  • Sample Questions for Job Fair.