Winter Engineering Career Fair
February 5, 2009
10am - 3pm
The Duderstadt Center,
Pierpont Commons &
The Chrysler Center, North Campus
Cosponsored by:
the Engineering Career Resource Center
and The Career Center
What to Expect
The Winter Engineering Career Fair is a great way to connect with
employers right here on campus! Typically, 100+ organizations and
1000+ students participate in the Fair.
- Meet with employers to discuss a wide range
of positions
- Build networks for the future or expand
your job search efforts
- Connect with organizations who will be interviewing
later in the semester
Student Registration
- UM-Ann Arbor Students and Alumni/ae
- Registration for the fair will be on-site the day of the event
- There is no registration fee
- Bring your student ID
- UM-Ann Arbor declared Engineering and LS&A
Computer majors must register for HireMe, The Engineering Career Resource Center’s
(ECRC) on-line recruiting system to be eligible to interview with recruiting
organizations on North Campus. If you are not registered in HireMe visit the
office at 230 Chrysler Center or visit the ECRC website http://career.engin.umich.edu
- Non UM-Ann Arbor Students
- While this event targets UM-Ann Arbor students, non UM-Ann Arbor students may attend
- Registration for the fair will be on-site the day of the event
- There is a $20 registration fee (cash or check)
FAQs
Do I need to do anything before the fair?
Recruiters say research is the key to a successful job search. . So…stand
out from the crowd by taking their advice…research organizations before
the fair. Not a lot of spare time? Pick your top 5 organizations; do the research
then add more organizations as you can.
What do I wear?
Suits are always appropriate for Job Fair. Business casual is okay too. Keep
in mind, however, “business casual” doesn’t mean “classroom casual.” Organizations say first impressions count so give some thought to what you wear.
There’s so many organizations here...where do
I start?
Here are a couple of tips to make it more manageable:
- Before the Fair, develop your “two-minute commercial”: a brief overview of you—your background and career
interests (see example below).
- At the Fair, get familiar with the layout:
take a minute to review the Fair booklet and room maps.
- When you’re ready, head for your first organization,
introduce yourself with a smile and a handshake and begin your “commercial.”
Start your two-minute commercial with:
Hi, my name is _________ and I noticed you’re recruiting for __________
type of opportunities. I’m interested in this for these reasons...
I only have 30 minutes between classes...should
I still come?
Yes! but maximize your time by checking the list of organizations before the
fair and picking your top 3-5 organizations. On the day of the Fair, register
and head straight to your top choice organization. If there’s a long line move
on to the next one on your list. Thirty minutes should be enough time to connect with
1-3 organizations (depending on lines).
What do I bring to the Fair?
Bring copies of your resume, unofficial transcript, reference sheet, pen/pencil
and notebook. You’ll want your resume as you’re chatting with organizations
and the other items may come in handy. If you’re asked for them, you’ll present
yourself as a prepared job seeker!
Got more questions?
Visit The Engineering Career Resource Center at 230 Chrysler Center or email
us at ecrc-info@umich.edu
Chat with The Career Center during Walk-in Advising (click
here for hours) or email us at careercenter@umich.edu
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