With the various career fairs coming up next week and in early October, we thought the following blog post was worth repeating.
Do you have the perfect elevator pitch at the ready? A recent University of Georgia Career Center Survey found only 15% of employers thought students were ready to make a great first impression through their 30-second story.
Check out these 5 easy steps from the University of Georgia Career Center that detail how to impress an employer:
1. INTRODUCE YOURSELF. Give your name, major, year in school or when you are completing your degree. Keep it simple and to the point.
2. WHAT MAKES YOU UNIQUE? Describe some work/internship/ volunteer experience as it relates to your industry and how it might benefit the employer.
3. WHAT IS YOUR GOAL? State your career goal or the types of positions you are interested in and the skills you would like to apply.
4. WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT THE COMPANY? Do company research ahead of time and show the employer your interest by telling them what you know.
5. MAKE A STRONG CONCLUSION. Provide the employer with your resume and ask for a business card so you can follow up with a thank-you note.
Our next Prepare for the Career Fair workshop will be on Sept. 29 at 11:30 am in room 102 EAB. Sign up to attend by emailing us at: ask4careeradvice@psu.edu
For other tips and advice on preparing for fairs, especially our Capital Region Intern Fair on Tuesday, Oct. 4, 10 am – 3 pm in the CUB GYM, check out our website’s tips at http://harrisburg.psu.edu/career-services/job-intern-fairs
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