Career Conference, September 24
Pre-Conference Reception
6:30 - 9:00 pm on September 23, Plaza Hotel. Sponsored by the Student Accounting Society
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September 24, 10 AM - 3 PM in Zorn Arena
Students - Prepare for the Conference
Research Employers Attending
- View the list of organizations that have registered.
- What kind of positions does this organization have?
- Check Blugold CareerLink to identify the positions for which they will be recruiting
- Research their web sites to understand the types of departments and types of positions.
- Where are the positions?
Research Self
- What do you want to do?
- What kind organization do you want to work for?
- Where do you want to live?
Identify a list of potential employers
- List reasons you would like to work for them
- Prioritize these employers
Contact the employers before the conference
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Send a customized cover letter and resume to the recruiter
- Introduce yourself
- Tell them why you like their organization
- Tell them why you are a good fit
- Tell them you will be at the Conference
Prepare a mini presentation about self (sales pitch)
- Introduce yourself
- Explain why you are interested in their organization
- Explain why you would be a good fit (talk about skills, experience, etc.)
- Develop questions to ask (questions which demonstrate your knowledge of the organization)
Decide on a wardrobe
While at the Career Conference
Present yourself to the recruiter (Shake hands and make eye contact)
- Give them your best sales pitch
- Present your resume (with a customized career objective)
- Ask Questions
- Listen
- Ask if you can follow-up
- Ask for their card
- NOTE: If the recruiter is interviewing for a specific position, get on their interview schedule
- If the recruiter is not interviewing for your specific position - ask for their help (a contact name; how to approach, next steps, policies).
Find a quiet spot to make notes
After the Career Conference
Write thank you letters and/or emails
Follow-up