Internship Fair

January 21, 2009
2:00 pm - 6:00 pm / Michigan Union

Because… one day can make all the difference!

What to Expect
The Internship Fair is a great way to connect with employers right here on campus! Typically, 30-40 organizations and 1000 students participate in the Fair. The Internship Fair offers something for everyone:

• First & Second Year Students
• Explore career options and internship opportunities
• Build networks for the future
• Learn more about exciting organizations

• Juniors, Seniors, Graduate Students, Alumni/ae
• Meet with employers to discuss internship opportunities
• Build networks to expand your job search efforts
• Connect with organizations conducting initial screenings for interviews scheduled at The Career Center

Special Note: Our Multicultural Career Fair is the day before the Internship Fair and will include some organizations offering internship opportunities. Visit the Multicultural Career Fair Web page for details.

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

• 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)
• Interviews scheduled to be conducted at The Career Center are for UM-Ann Arbor students only

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 another organization as you can.

What do I wear?
Suits are always appropriate for the 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.”
• If you're feeling nervous or need a break, stop by The Career Center table...we can help you practice and give you a little “pep talk.”

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. 30 minutes is plenty of time to connect with 2-3 organizations.

It’s all business…isn’t there anything else?
You’re right… job fairs tend to be pretty corporate, but you will also see some not-for-profit and government organizations. Also… corporate organizations can offer a variety of opportunities—some that may fit your interests! So take a tip from recruiters: “Explore options you may not have considered…you never know what you might find.”

And…if you don’t find what you’re looking for at the Fair, come chat with us! The Career Center offers a variety of services/resources and we can help you map out a job search plan based on your specific interests.

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?
Come chat with us during Walk-in Advising (click here for hours) or email us at careercenter@umich.edu