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Career WeekBuilding your ProfessionalExperience & NetworkBAIS/BBA 2016, 2017BA 2018Todays TopicsOverview of AgendaFebruary 26 27Thursday, February 26Friday, February 27Leadership Panel Distinguished panelists representing diverse backgrounds and career paths

It is important to: Ask career-related questionsInquire about their leadership pathPay attention to the content of questions

Benefits of Career FairFor you

Collect information and evaluate options

Engage with potential employers For employers

Gauge the talent pool and gain visibility

Refer suitable student candidates to their hiring managers BEFORE the FairGet organized:Register on CAREERlink before the deadlineReview the list of attending companiesPrepare or update your resume(s)Decide on proper career fair attire

Think about the following:Have a clear career focusMap out fair strategyRehearse your elevator pitchPractice typical interview question responsesDevelop list of questions to ask recruiters

ADA International ResumeYou do not need a resume, but if you do . . . Keep the format simpleUse experience from clubs, classes and activitiesMake it look goodResearching EmployersCollect basic information:Which companies will be at the fair?What job opportunities do these companies offer?Do they have any requirements ?

Focus on employers that interest you:Mission/visionProducts/servicesQualities they seek in potential new hires

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DURING the FairLogistics:Arrive early, be on timeRegister at ADA table (s) and get your badge and floor mapReview list of employers for last-minute additions

Implement your career fair strategy:Make a good first impression by good introductionAsk questions you have prepared and answer questionsJot down notes after you walk away from recruiterDon't leave without contact informationNetwork with other job-seekers, professionals

Acting ProfessionalYour Elevator PitchElevator Pitch SampleNice to meet you,Hi, my name is Samir Aliyev. I am currently a sophomore student attending ADA University. In college I plan on majoring in business, specifically in the area of finance. Ever since I can remember I have always had an interest in numbers and I feel certain that this is something I want to do in my future career. Next summer Im hoping to get an internship learning more about how the international financial market operates. I also want a career working with people since I enjoy assisting others with their finances and I had a blast this year preparing a presentation as a team with a group of other students for my business management introductory course.

Elevator Pitch Template Hello, my name is__________ and I am completing a __________ degree in ___________ .

I am interested in a career in (or position as a)__________ in the___________ field (industry).I have been involved (during my studies) in __________and developed skills in __________. I have also had an internship position (employment) as a ___________ with __________ and discovered that I really enjoy__________.Could you tell me more about __________?ActivityGet into pairsShake hands and introduce yourself in English.Hello, Im . . . Take about 3 minutes each to Tell me about yourselfI am interested in . . . Tell how you learn about this.I enjoy . . . Tell when and where you do this. My friends and family say I am good at . . . Give an exampleGo until I say STOP.19Questions To Ask EmployersResearch about the employers Prepare questions for each employer

Good examples:Which skills and experiences do successful candidates have?What qualities are required of a potential new hire?

Bad examples:What does your company do?Do you have vacancies?Do you hire people like me?

DOs Be confident and positive.Dress professionally.Think about good questions.Attend all events.Be a good listener.Prioritize.Learn about new employers.Think about your future.Smile. Be a friendly host.

DONTsAsk for a job.Wear jeans and a t-shirt.Eat food while talking to employers.Talk about your crazy weekend.Wear too much perfume.Ask What does your employer do?Walk around reading your smart phone.Interrogate representatives.Ask embarrassing questionsAFTER the Fair To register on CAREERlink To register for all events of Career Days:

RSVP on CAREERlinkGo to Events -Workshops-3rd ADAU Career Week Bachelor Registration

Click on the RSVP button

Deadline: February 22

Additional sourcesFor extra information on Career Days Preparation view:

10 Top Tips For Career Week PreparationStudent Career Planning GuideJob Fair Success, https://collegegrad.com/jobsearch/Job-Fair-Success/Preparing for a Career Fairhttps://studentaffairs.stanford.edu/cdc/services/career-fair-prepare, http://www.udel.edu/CSC/pdf/PrepareforFair.pdfVideoCareer Fair Successhttp://www.careerspots.com/newplayer/default.aspx?key=5Lveo1_ZlKhTZXbkIWdGog2&pref=https://www.careercenter.illinois.edu/students/strategies/career-fair&src=IndividualVideo&Career Fair Tips Videos from Recruiters, Career Fair Planners, Studentshttps://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=career+fair+tipsMastering the skill of elevator pitchhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ghwgi5CsDyMElevator speech Texas Tech Universityhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LDpe9StfGTA