The season is almost upon us for recruitment and career
fairs, these can be a priceless resource for your graduate job search and when
approached well can really rocket your job hunt forward.
Firstly, make sure you dress appropriately. Ensure you make
an impression by dressing smartly and appearing confident and professional.
Make sure you are prepared too, take copies of your CV with
you. Don’t hand them out aimlessly, but if you are really interested in a role
then ask if they are accepting CV’s currently. Be careful not to take too many free items, you don’t want to appear as if this is the main reason for your attendance, and if you do take the free merchandise make sure you have a bag to stash it in, that way you keep your hands free for handshakes and accepting company literature.
Finally, practice your sales speech beforehand. You will have only a couple minutes to make an impression and inform the employer about yourself, going with a short, snappy pitch helps make sure you leave a lasting impression.
Also, collect business cards of the people you have spoken to and follow up immediately thanking them for speaking with you and reiterating your interest in the role you spoke of. You may not receive a reply but it could help bring your CV to the company’s attention.
