Career Fair Prep

Spring 2024 Career Events

Career Fair

Career Fair is on Tuesday, February 13, from 12 to 5 p.m. (Eastern), at the Student Development Complex (SDC).

CareerFEST!

CareerFEST! is an informal networking and recruiting opportunity held outside, under tents, on our campus mall, throughout the month of September, leading up to fall Career Fair. During spring semester, we offer a number of targeted recruiting events focused on various majors and industries. Watch for announcements after spring Career Fair.

Before Career Fair

Download the Career Fair Plus app on Google Play or the App Store

During Career Fair

  • Prioritize the companies you want to visit and schedule appointments with recruiters.
  • While you're waiting in a virtual room, study your notes and questions for the company.
  • Greet employers with a smile, and your personal introduction.
  • When talking to a company rep highlight key points on your resume.
  • Ask the representative for their contact information*.
  • Thank the recruiter for their time.
  • After your session, make notes about your conversation for a follow-up after the fair.

* Please note: Career Services does NOT have contact information for recruiters

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Career Fair is over. What’s next?

  • Send a thank you to any recruiters that you met with.
  • Apply to companies that you met with at the Career Fair.
  • Make connections on sites like LinkedIn.
  • Prepare for any follow-up interviews you may get.
  • Clear your voicemail inbox and check your spam folder for recruiters trying to contact you.
  • Don’t give up on the job search! Plenty of companies are hiring on sites like LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Indeed, Handshake, etc.
  • Attend our events! We have plenty of events that will help you with the job search after Career Fair.
  • Make an appointment with a Career Services coach or advisor for assistance with offer negotiations, follow-up emails and continuing your job search.

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"I remember my first year at Michigan Tech. I was debating if I wanted to go to the career fair. I decided to go and because of it, I have a large network of industry professionals.

Go to [CareerFEST!], go to Career Fair, get to as many events as possible. By going to these events, you will meet recruiters that will get to know you by name." 

— Matthew Rudy '17  


If you need additional help preparing for Career Fair, please contact Career Services or schedule an appointment.

Spring 2024 Career Events

Career Fair

Career Fair is on Tuesday, February 13, from 12 to 5 p.m. (Eastern), at the Student Development Complex (SDC).

CareerFEST!

CareerFEST! is an informal networking and recruiting opportunity held outside, under tents, on our campus mall, throughout the month of September, leading up to fall Career Fair. During spring semester, we offer a number of targeted recruiting events focused on various majors and industries. Watch for announcements after spring Career Fair.