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Chicago West Career Fair
Event Date & Time:
September 24, 2012 - 11:00am - 2:00pm
Location of Event:
Marriott Chicago - Oak Brook
1401 West 22nd Street
Oak Brook, IL 60523Phone:
630.573.8555
First Impressions, Lasting Impact!
Career Fairs are the best opportunity you can find to make connections face to face with recruiters who make hiring decisions. In order to make the most of those connections your first impressions needs to make a memorable impact on the recruiter. You want to stand out in positive ways when recruiters review all of the people they met during the event. Check the above link for some important things to remember as you prepare for the event and any meeting you have during your job search process.
Making Conversations Count at a Career Fair
Career Fairs provide the opportunity to connect face-to-face with recruiters who make hiring decisions and can help you network for other positions within a company. A bit of preparation for your recruiter conversations will help you maximize your time, feel confident, and make a good impression at the event. The link above will bring you tips on how to prepare, communicate clearly, and close your conversation.
Focus on Follow-up
You’ve attended the career fair, made connections, left behind your resume and made a great first impression- now what do you do? Now is the time to show the employer just how interested you are in that position. Follow some helpful tips and suggestions on the link above on what to do after the career fair is over.
Location
Marriott Chicago - Oak Brook
1401 West 22nd Street
Oak Brook, IL 60523
