Career Fair Kick-Off

Get ready for upcoming career fairs with employers from leading organizations. Stop by for hands-on preparation, practice, and career fair tips designed to help you feel confident before you meet recruiters.

At this preparatory event, the following employers may be in attendance to help you practice your skills:

· AdventHealth · City Wide · City Year · Deloitte · Eckerd Connects · Enterprise · General Dynamics Ordinance & Tactical Systems · Hilton · Jabil · J.B. Hunt · Northwestern Mutual · Stanley Martin Homes · TQL (Total Quality Logistics) · Watermelon Swim · Whataburger

*Please note employer availability is subject to change at this non-recruiting event.



What You Can Do:

Resume Review
Get a 5-minute resume review and make sure it is ready to share with employers.

Speed Networking & Elevator Pitch

Practice introducing yourself, starting conversations, and making strong first impressions. Refine your elevator pitch so you can confidently tell employers who you are and what you bring to the table.

Interviews & Branding

Develop your professional branding by practicing interview questions and looking at your LinkedIn profile.

Student Bag Check & Prep Room
Drop off your belongings and take a moment to get organized before participating in activities.

Before You Go
These steps, while optional, will help you get the most out of the event and prepare for upcoming career fairs.

Register in Handshake by clicking Join Event.
Bring a copy of your resume if you’d like it reviewed.
Consider practicing how to introduce yourself and talking about your experience with employers.
Need Help Preparing?
Visit the Center for Career & Professional Development for resume reviews, career fair prep, Career Express, and Suit-A-Bull professional attire.

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