Career Fair Advice

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Published on March 5, 2024

CandidCareer.com co-founder Neilye Garrity visits the Penn State Career Fair to get the latest scoop on what companies are looking for when students approach their booths. Check it out!

Career Fair Advice

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Which of the following would stand out and impress on a resume?

Academic accomplishments

Specific examples of leadership roles

A strong GPA

All of the above

Before you attend a career fair, you SHOULD:

Hit the gym and build up your physique

Think about what you are looking for in a career

Research companies that give the most vacation time

All of the above

How can you impress a company at a career fair?

Tell them you don't have a clear sense of what you want but that things always work out for you

Have some knowledge of their company and industry

Show them your desperation and say you'll do anything required

None of the above

At a career fair you can wear anything you want because companies are only focused on your qualifications:

True

False

Why do companies like to see an internship in their field on your resume?

So they can hire you without having to interview you

Because it may have prepared you well for the job description

Because internships are the only things that matter

All of the above

Before going to a career fair make sure your resume is up to date with any examples of leadership skills:

True

False

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