...Job jungle that is. That's right, it's recruiting season. It's time for resume revamps, career cluttered calendars, and professional primping. I know that a lot of students have this deep fear or uneasiness about job fairs. It can be pretty intimidating, especially if it's your first one. Job fairs, at least for engineers, seem like they just get bigger and bigger. More companies, more people, more give-aways, more resumes, more jobs! It really is an exciting thing. The best piece of advice I can give you before you go into the jungle is - know what you're looking for and do your research. Companies want you to know about their business. Make sure you've looked at their website to see what they make or possibly what positions they are hiring for. If you approach them knowing more about their company than the last person they talked to, then you already look like a better candidate to them. Also, it wouldn't hurt to get your resume looked over by one of your career center counselors - but you are so on top of things that you've already done that, right? One last tip, don't be shy. Job fairs are noisy - you've got to speak up and make eye-contact. I would say that it's important for you to dress professionally: pressed shirt and pants, etc. However, the trend in the technology industry over the past few years has been going more and more casual. Many companies I know of, mine included, allow jeans every day of the week (even for management). So, I would say that khakis and a polo are good choices, as well as any button-up shirt and slacks. (A suit is probably over doing it.)
That's it! Those are the basics of a job fair. As long as you're prepared, there is nothing to be afraid of. Have fun at your next job fair - oh, and pick me up one of those mini-staplers while you're at it!
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