Career Fair: Wednesday, October 27, 2010

You are welcome to attend the Career Fair just to browse, and you will make the best impression if you prepare.

Fall 2010 Career Fair
Wednesday Oct. 27, 2010
4:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Wheelock Student Center, Marshall Hall

What is the purpose of the Career Fair?
There is no substitute for an old-fashioned handshake. The Career Fair provides an opportunity for Puget Sound students and recent alumni to meet employers face-to-face, and make contacts for the purpose of exploring career options and inquiring about available jobs and internships.

What types of opportunities are available?
Because every job is part of your career path, the Career Fair brings to campus employers with a variety of opportunities. Part-time, full-time, and seasonal jobs and internships are all available. Peruse the Participant List* to see which organizations are offering which specific types of opportunities. *The list is updated as organizations confirm attendance, so check back often!

Who should attend?
Whether it's your first or your final year on campus, and regardless of your major, you can benefit from attending the Career Fair!

Undecided students: Get ideas for careers you might pursue and find out what majors enter that field.

Anybody considering an internship or summer job: Many employers have internship programs or seasonal opportunities.
(A short-term experience with an employer can give you great insight into that field.)

Anyone not graduating this year: Since there is no pressure to land a job, you can get comfortable introducing yourself to employers and practice asking them questions.

Anyone graduating this year: Prepare ahead of time by researching the employers who are participating and by using the tips from the bulleted section below. Dress nicely, bring your resume and make a great first impression with your handshake and smile...you may walk away with an interview!

EVERYBODY! The more students who attend the Career Fair, the more attractive Puget Sound is to potential employers.

How can I make the most of the Career Fair?

• Use the Participant List* to research organizations.
  *The list is updated as organizations confirm attendance. (In between Fairs, the list is left up to give you an idea of the types of organizations who might attend.) So check back!
• Prepare for the Career Fair: Tips from Alumni
• Additional Tips for Preparing for the Career Fair
• Make sure your resume is up to date! (Schedule an appointment with CES for a resume review.)
• Brush up on your informational interviewing skills
• Dress for Success
• Follow up after the Career Fair!