What To Do

Career Fair Tips (What to do and How to Dress):

1. Update your résumé and laser print multiple copies on high quality résumé paper.
2. Know which employers are attending the career fair ahead of time. Identify those with whom you would like to visit and research their organizations.
3. Research and speak with organizations you have not considered before to avoid missing out on potential opportunities.
4. Develop a list of questions you would like to ask employers and practice asking those questions.
5. Present a good image. Dress nicely and be well-groomed. Business professional dress is ideal, but business casual is acceptable, as employers realize you will be attending the career fair between classes.
   • Business Professional Options for Men
     • Suit
     • Sport Coat and Dress Pants
     • Dress Shirt and Tie
     • Polished Dress Shoes/Boots and Dress Socks
   • Business Professional Options for Women
     • Suit (skirt or pant)
     • Dress Blouse
     • Polished Dress Shoes and Hose
   • Business Casual Options for Men
     • Slacks or Dress Pants (no denim)
     • Dress Shirt (no denim)
     • Long- or Short-Sleeved Oxford Shirt (no denim)
     • Polo Shirt (no logos or smaller logos are best)
     Sweater
     • Clean, Closed-toed Shoes or Boots with Socks
   • Business Casual Options for Women
     • Slacks or Dress Pants (no denim) Skirt To Be Worn with Hose (no denim)
     • Blouse (no denim)
     Long- or Short-Sleeved Oxford Shirt (no denim)
     • Polo Shirt (no logos or smaller logos are best)
     Sweater
     • Clean, Closed-toed Shoes or Boots which Compliment Attire
6. Introduce yourself with confidence and give a firm handshake.
7. Listen to what the employer has to say.
8. Smile and be enthusiastic.
9. Be polite and appreciative.
10. Get a business card from every contact you make so that you can follow up after the career fair.