Virtual job fairs take place at a designated time and are similar to a webinar. Recruiters and job seekers meet in
a virtual space via chat rooms, teleconferencing, webcasts, and/or email to exchange information about job postings
.
How do you stand out at a virtual career fair?
- Update your profile and resume. Your resume and professional profiles, especially your LinkedIn profile, need to be up to date. …
- Do your research. …
- Prepare to ask questions. …
- Plan your day. …
- Draft an elevator pitch. …
- Be professional. …
- Be real. …
- Close thoughtfully.
How effective are virtual job fairs?
Virtual job fairs have higher participation rates than in-person recruiting events—
often around 70%
compared with a 50% average for in-person events. Virtual recruiting events also tend to attract higher quality candidates.
What should I ask at a virtual career fair?
- What career paths are available in your organization? …
- What is your hiring process like for college hires? …
- When will I know if I have a job offer at your company? …
- Do you offer training or mentoring to help me succeed in your company? …
- Who will I report to?
How do you do a virtual job fair?
- Choose a platform.
- Develop a strategy and a timeline.
- Prepare your budget.
- Set up virtual booths.
- Reach out to partners and hire staff.
- Advertise your event.
- Keep attendees well-informed.
- Encourage job seekers to upload their resumes.
What should I ask in a virtual career fair?
- What surprised you the most about [company/role]?
- On a typical day, what does someone in [role] do?
- Can you tell me about the different stages of the hiring process?
- What are the highlights and lowlights of this position/your role/company?
How do you get a job at a career fair?
The short answer is
YES
! Millions of people have found employment after visiting a career fair. … By attending a job fair, you have a chance to meet with recruiters face-to-face, have them get to know you, and make an impression.
What does a virtual job mean?
“Virtual work” implies
individuals work from home offices using modern technology to get things done
. Both traditional, office-based companies, and virtual companies—such as FlexJobs—hire individuals to work 100 percent of the time from home using the Internet. … A virtual job is a 100 percent telecommuting job.
How many companies should you talk to at a career fair?
To make prep work manageable, pick
three to five employers
you want to focus on and do your homework. Read up on company news, follow the organizations on social media, and see whether they’ve posted any entry-level jobs online.
What questions are asked at a career fair?
- Ask About a Particular Role. …
- Ask About the Hiring Process. …
- Ask About Their Experience. …
- Ask About Growth and Development. …
- Ask About the Company’s Products, Services, or Recent News. …
- Ask About Company Culture. …
- Ask How You Can Stay in Touch.
What do you wear to a virtual career fair?
Even at a virtual career fair there is the possibility of a video chat with an employer, so we recommend dressing the same way you would for an in-person fair. We encourage students to
dress in “smart” casual or business casual attire
.
How do you impress a recruiter at a career fair?
Be confident:
Give a firm handshake and make eye contact
. After introducing yourself (with first and last name), ask one or two of your prepared questions. Try to fit in your elevator pitch. Smile, be polite, engage in relevant conversation, and, if you have them, exchange business cards with the recruiter.
How do you start a conversation at a career fair?
Start
with a firm handshake and tell them your name
, what you are studying, and year in school. Tell them you are glad to have the opportunity to talk with them about your career interests, and how your experience might fit in with their companies.
Is it easy to get a job at a job fair?
It’s not easy to land a job at a career fair
, but it is also not impossible, and if you’re serious about getting hired, it’s worth it.
What does a virtual job fair look like?
Virtual job fairs take place at a designated time and are
similar to a webinar
. Recruiters and job seekers meet in a virtual space via chat rooms, teleconferencing, webcasts, and/or email to exchange information about job postings.
