{"id":551,"date":"2023-02-07T11:08:24","date_gmt":"2023-02-07T17:08:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/set\/?page_id=551"},"modified":"2026-03-26T12:19:35","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T17:19:35","slug":"career-fairs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/set\/career-communities-services\/career-fairs\/","title":{"rendered":"Career Fairs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class=\"uwm-u-pb-80 uwm-u-pt-0\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"lead-in\">Connect with your future at 51ÁÔÆæ&#8217;s career fairs &#8211; the first step towards a successful career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Career fairs provide an excellent opportunity to connect with potential employers, learn about different industries, and explore potential career paths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Center for Student Experience and Talent hosts several career fairs throughout the year to facilitate 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class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--8\">\n<p>Attending a career fair at 51ÁÔÆæ is an excellent way to jumpstart your career, but it&#8217;s important to come prepared. Research the companies attending the fair and tailor your resume and cover letter to the specific job positions you&#8217;re interested in. Dress professionally and bring copies of your resume to hand out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-tabs\" data-tabs-prefix-class=\"uwm-p-tabs\"><ul class=\"uwm-p-tablist\" data-hx=\"h2\"><li class=\"uwm-p-tablist--item\"><a href=\"#tab-8ule-in-person-career-fair\" class=\"uwm-p-tablist--link\">In-Person Career Fair<\/a><\/li><li class=\"uwm-p-tablist--item\"><a href=\"#tab-8ule-virtual-career-fair\" class=\"uwm-p-tablist--link\">Virtual Career Fair<\/a><\/li><\/ul><div class=\"uwm-p-tabcontent\">\n<div id=\"tab-8ule-in-person-career-fair\" class=\"uwm-p-tabcontent--pane\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion\" data-accordion-prefix-classes=\"uwm\" data-accordion-cool-selectors=\"1\"><button class=\"uwm-p-accordion--toggle-button size-p-md\">Expand All<\/button>\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Step 1 &#8211; Before the Fair<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identify and research attending organizations. Visit&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.joinhandshake.com\/login\">Handshake<\/a>&nbsp;for a list.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have a well-written resume and bring multiple copies. Visit drop-in hours or request an appointment for a resume review.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plan what you will wear. Visit the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/set\/career-communities-services\/career-closet\/\">Career Closet<\/a>&nbsp;for free professional attire.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create and practice your elevator pitch. Include name, major, experiences, and information you are seeking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practice and strengthen your interviewing skills with&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.biginterview.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Big Interview<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Step 2 &#8211; During the Fair<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pick up a career fair packet and name tag at the registration table.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seek out 51ÁÔÆæ staff for questions or if you are nervous.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Introduce yourself with your elevator pitch and a handshake.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ask questions to gather information.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Step 3 &#8211; After the Fair<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Send emails to employers you want to follow up with. Thank them for their time, remind them of your conversation and express your interest.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meet with a Career Advisor during drop-in hours for assistance with your internship\/job search.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"tab-8ule-virtual-career-fair\" class=\"uwm-p-tabcontent--pane\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion\" data-accordion-prefix-classes=\"uwm\" data-accordion-cool-selectors=\"1\"><button class=\"uwm-p-accordion--toggle-button size-p-md\">Expand All<\/button>\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Step 1 &#8211; Complete your Handshake Profile<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>We highly recommend you complete your Handshake profile. Employers view profiles of students who register for their sessions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be sure to set your profile visibility to&nbsp;<strong>Community<\/strong>&nbsp;in the Settings and Privacy Section so employers can engage with you during the fair.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/set\/career-communities-services\/handshake\/\">How to Complete your Handshake Profile<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Step 2 &#8211; Register and Sign-Up for Employer Sessions<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p><strong>Register for the Fair<\/strong><br>Access the specific registration link for a fair by clicking the name of the fair in the event listing above.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sign-Up for Employer Sessions<\/strong><br>Sign-up as soon as possible, however, check back regularly as employers may add sessions closer to the day of the fair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Two types of employer sessions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>10-minute one-on-one sessions:<\/em>&nbsp;Only you and the employer. Be prepared for your session \u2013 research the company, craft an elevator pitch, reflect on skills to talk about, and have questions to ask the employer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>30-minute group sessions:<\/em>&nbsp;Employers present on their organization and career opportunities. You can ask questions during these sessions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/support.joinhandshake.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/360051394454-Signing-Up-for-Managing-Virtual-Fair-Sessions\">Step-by-Step Guide: Register and Sign Up for Employer Sessions<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Step 3 &#8211; Test your Technology Before the Fair<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Handshake uses Twilio software to support audio and visual capabilities for the virtual fair. 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