Job Fairs

For Candidates

Job Fair Preparation



Job Fair Preparation

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See and hear what previous WestPACS employers have to say about…
     * Job Fair Essentials
     * Making an Impression
     * Making the Most of Applying Online
     * Following Up
     * What Employers Want


Wondering how to make the most of a job fair? 

Here are the Top 10 Things Candidates Wish They Had Done Before Attending the Fair: (Based on surveys conducted after previous WestPACS fairs)

10. Worn a suit jacket
 9. Brought a portfolio with paper
 8. Worn comfortable shoes
 7. Looked up the location of employers
 6. Prepared a self introduction
 5. Improved their resume
 4. Brought a friend with them
 3. Taken more copies of their resume
 2. Researched the employers on their websites
 1. Had prepared questions for each employer


Additional Resources for Preparing for WestPACS (pdf files)   
Why Attend a Job Fair - an overview of the benefits.
Prepare for Job Fair Success - things you can do before, during and after WestPACS to make the most of the job fair.
Job Fair Checklist - are you ready?


Wondering What to Wear?
For men: http://www.quintcareers.com/dress_for_men.html
For women:
http://www.quintcareers.com/dress_for_women.html

 

 


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