Upcoming Engineering Career Fair, Sept. 9, 2013

Are you ready for the Engineering Career Fair?

Hundreds of employers will be on campus starting September 9, 2013, for the Engineering Career Fair. Take advantage of this great networking opportunity by preparing with these 5 steps:

1. Prepare a list of organizations in which you are interested. An essential component of a successful career fair is knowledge of the companies and organizations who are attending. Learn how to research organizations effectively.

2. Compile your educational, professional, and internship experiences in a resume. Check out our resume information for ideas on how to highlight your skills and qualifications to best advantage, as well as choose the appropriate format and structure.

3. Learn the four principles of great applications in our short video tutorial. Based on the information you have gathered, tailor your resume to specific fields or employers.

4. Using your research to inform your message, craft a concise and descriptive 30 second introduction which speaks to your experience and interest in the employer.

5. Seek feedback on your resume.

The Graduate College Career Services Office can help.  Come by during drop-in hours on Thursday from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m., or schedule an appointment.