The University of Bath, Autumn Careers Fair will be held on Thursday 16th October from 11am-4pm in the Sports Training Village.
For those of you who have never been to careers fair, you’re in for a treat: over 135 employers all interested in you and under one roof! We wanted to share some tips so you can make the most of the fair.
1. DO YOUR RESEARCH!
Check out the list of employers who are attending (available here ) and do a little bit of background research on each company to help you create a shortlist of companies you want to approach on the day.
2. PREPARE INTERESTING QUESTIONS
Don’t ask questions about information that can easily be found on a company’s website! Use the opportunity to glean information about the company that isn’t easily available. Remember you are talking to another human therefore show interest in what they have to say. Ask them about details of their work, career progression, company culture, the sector, routes in and areas of expansion for their business.
3. POSITIVE START
Introduce yourself, say you name and remember to smile! Give a quick personal summary (15 seconds) then go for the questions! Make sure you maintain eye contact and write down any useful snippets as they will help with applications and interviews. Remember to thank them for their time!
4. IMPRESSIONS COUNT
Get to the fair early and make sure you dress smart! If you are nervous, ‘warm up’ by approaching companies not on your target list. Approach each employer on your own. Nothing is less appealing (or less professional) than a group of friends arriving together and taking turns asking questions.
5. KNOW WHEN TO MOVE ON
If there is a queue forming behind you or if the employer is looking distracted, say your thank you’s and move on!
Good luck and enjoy the fair!
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