Attending job fairs is an excellent strategy for landing a job or internship, have the opportunity to connect with 70 to over 100 employers and recruiters in just a few hours. These events are valuable because they offer:
- Employers that are actively seeking candidates to interview and hire.
- Network with professionals and learn about companies and roles.
- Practice and improve your presentation skills.
- Impress recruiters and learn about opportunities including full-time, part-time, temporary, summer jobs, internships, and co-ops
The Magner Career Center hosts its own on-campus Job Fair, once every semester (twice a year). Check out our page on the Upcoming Job Fair for more information.
What is a Job Fair/What Can You Expect?
Job fairs are a common recruiting method used by many employers. They can be general or industry-specific, welcoming various types of applicants and positions. Typically, employers send one or two representatives to staff a table. Most representatives are hiring managers. Watch this 2-minute video can help you get a sense of what to expect.
Representatives attending will mainly be hiring managers. At the fair they may:
- Share information and materials about their company and job openings.
- Collect resumes (some direct applicants to upload resumes online instead).
- Answer questions.
- Provide important follow-up contact details.
- Meet briefly with candidates to quickly assess and decide whom to follow up with.
- Recruit for current or future openings.
- Handle large crowds and long lines of applicants.