Tuesday, March 26 th 11am-2pm Green Bay Campus Commons and Center for Business & Industry (CB 213) CAREER FAIR PREPARATION

What’s in it for you? Build confidence Learn about employment/internship opportunities Grow your professional network Learn about your industry Interview with an employer if opportunity presents itself Secure a position that meets your career goals

5 Steps to Prepare 1. Research the Employers 2. Prepare Your Professional Documents 3. Dress Appropriately 4. Create Your Elevator Speech 5. Expand Your Network

Research the Employers Find out what employers are attending Visit NWTC Career Fair EmployersNWTC Career Fair Employers Research individual employer websites to learn about the company and their needs Your preparation will impress employers and ease conversation

Prepare Your Professional Documents Bring critiqued Resumes -Career Services SC 235 Consider creating business cards Local Office Store Microsoft Word Templates

Dress Business Professional

What About Accessories? Backpacks Water bottles Soda Cell phones Gum Hats Padfolio: YES!

Create Your Elevator Speech Your name Your current program of study or career interest What are you looking to do in the field? What will you bring to the employer?

Elevator Speech Example Hi, my name is Jill Smith. I will graduate this May with an Associate Degree in Business Management. I am looking to secure a position with a local retail store as a store manager. I noticed you are looking for a department manager, what qualities do you look for in an employee? Wait for it... (employer response and DISCUSSION)

Follow Up and Expand your Network Thank you s or cards to employers Get connected using Social Media: LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook

Thank You NWTC Career Services SC 235 (920) Monday-Thursday 8:00am – 7:00pm Friday: 8:00am – 5:00pm