Career Fair Info for Students

‍‍Event Details

Thursday, September 30, 2021
Between 2pm - 6pm ET
(powered by HANDSHAKE!)

‍Open to all students and alumni with a Handshake account and interested in engineering and tech opportunities.

*Student Registration is now open; REGISTER NOW!

Handshake Tips & Advice on Career Fairs
Not on Handshake? Thayer students can Create an account here; find our career center on Handshake: "Dartmouth Engineering (Thayer Career Services)".
Step-by-step: How to Sign up & Manage the career fair
Video: Getting the Most out of the Virtual Career Fair
Tips for developing questions that will help you learn more about employers.
Know your job interests and qualifications:
‍Practice a 30 second elevator pitch highlighting your strengths, academic preparation, and related experiences. Focus on how you can contribute to the company, NOT what the employer can do for you.
Have your resume reviewed by Thayer Career Services.
There is nothing like a fresh pair of eyes to proofread it one last time! Make an appointment with us!
Know who is attending:
‍Peruse the attending employers on Handshake; make a list of companies you want to meet with beforehand. Sign up for 1:1s and group sessions!
Research companies in advance:
Visit company websites that pique your interest; read their featured articles; show their representatives that you have prepared ahead of time.
Prepare questions, such as:
What specific skills/qualifications does your organization look for in its candidates?
Where does your company have branches or offices?
What's the company culture like?
How does your organization train its new employees?
What are typical entry-level (or internship) positions?

Dress appropriately, even virtually!
Wear professional, business casual attire. Long-sleeved, buttoned, solid shirt are safe for both men and women. Avoid tight or baggy clothing, such as hooded sweatshirts. VAULT.COM shares tips on How to Dress for Video Interview
Ask questions, and speak clearly and concisely.
Refer to the questions you prepared in advance and never underestimate the power of eye contact or keeping your camera on where you are seen clearly.
Network:
Use the career fair to make connections with employers, alumni, and fellow students.
Say: "Thank you".
Thank the representatives for their time, and that you look forward to being in touch.

Follow-up with employers within 48 hours.
Email or (if possible send message via Handshake) with a thank you note to the recruiters you met with.
Another idea, if you engaged with more than one employer:
Send each a personalized message and state your interest in the company. Add something specific that you talked about, and use this opportunity to ask additional questions.

‍