{"id":190,"date":"2016-03-22T15:12:10","date_gmt":"2016-03-22T20:12:10","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/careereducation\/?page_id=190"},"modified":"2026-06-16T15:31:42","modified_gmt":"2026-06-16T19:31:42","slug":"careerfair","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/careereducation\/careerfair\/","title":{"rendered":"Career Fair"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Career Fair Logo\" src=\"http:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/careereducation\/files\/Career-Fair-1024x671.png\"\/><\/p>\n<h2>Career Fair: September 23rd | 12pm-4pm | Rec Center<\/h2>\n<p>Students: Prepare for the Fair!<\/p>\n<h3>Create a Plan<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Plan your route through the career fair, taking note of the locations of the companies you want to visit.<\/li>\n<li>Allocate time wisely to ensure you can engage with multiple employers.<\/li>\n<li>Research each company&#8217;s values, culture, recent news, and job openings.<\/li>\n<li>Companies Attending and the majors they&#8217;re recruiting: Pending<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Update Your Resume<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Ensure your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/careereducation\/resume-examples-by-major\/\">resume is up-to-date<\/a>, highlighting relevant skills and experiences.<\/li>\n<li>Tailor your resume for specific companies or roles you are interested in.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Prepare an Elevator Pitch<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Craft a concise and compelling elevator pitch introducing yourself and expressing your career goals. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/careereducation\/files\/30-Second-Pitch-1-1.pdf\">Elevator Pitch Worksheet<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Practice it so you can confidently and succinctly present yourself to recruiters.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Dress Professionally<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Choose professional attire that aligns with the industry you are targeting.<\/li>\n<li>Ensure your outfit is clean, well-fitted, and appropriate for the occasion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Assemble Necessary Documents<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Pack multiple copies of your resume and any other relevant documents.<\/li>\n<li>Bring a notepad and pen for jotting down notes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Prepare Questions<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Develop thoughtful questions to ask recruiters about the company culture, opportunities, and application process.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid asking questions that can be easily answered through online research.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Practice Networking<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Practice your networking skills with friends or career advisors to build confidence.<\/li>\n<li>Be prepared to initiate conversations and express genuine interest.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Set Realistic Expectations<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Understand that you might not secure a job offer on the spot. The goal is to make connections, gather information, and leave a positive impression.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Follow-Up Strategy<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Prepare a follow-up strategy, such as sending thank-you emails within 24 hours.<\/li>\n<li>Collect business cards or contact information from recruiters for follow-up communication.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Get a Good Night&#8217;s Sleep<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Ensure you are well-rested the night before the career fair to be alert and energetic.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" role=\"presentation\" alt=\"\" src=\"http:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/careereducation\/files\/Mastering-the-Career-Expo-for-intsa-NEW-1024x1024.png\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Career Fair: September 23rd | 12pm-4pm | Rec Center Students: Prepare for the Fair! Create a Plan Plan your route through the career fair, taking note of the locations of the companies you want to visit. Allocate time wisely to ensure you can engage with multiple employers. 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