Annual Networking & Job Fair
The Career Center’s annual Spring Career Fair will bring around 60 employers to the Bellevue College campus, who are looking to hire BC Students of all majors, Alumni, and Community Members.
Networking & Job Fair Tips
- Pre-register for the Job Fair to save time at check-in.
- Update your resume. Our Career Specialists can help with this.
- Research the organizations attending the Job Fair.
- For organizations that interest you, prepare to explain why you want to work there and any questions you have.
- Decide what you’re going to wear. Dress professionally such that the focus remains on you, not on what you’re wearing.
- Practice introducing yourself with your name, academic and career goals, and any examples of how you’re working toward those goals.
- Print hard copies of your resume to bring. If you have a professional portfolio, you can include its link on your resume or bring it with you.
- When you arrive, check in at the desk where you will receive a copy of the event map.
- Walk through the room and introduce yourself to representatives at organizations that interest you. Ask the representatives any questions you have and engage in conversation.
- Ask for a business card from each representative you speak with to collect their contact information.
- Avoid distractions when talking with the representatives. This includes turning your cell phone ringer off and not chewing gum.
- You can navigate the Job Fair at your own pace and step out of the main room to get your resume reviewed, take a professional headshot, or take a break.
- Send a follow-up email to each representative who you connected with. In this email, you can thank them for their time, attach a digital copy of your resume, and/or ask any additional questions you have.
- Consider your next career steps such as applying to a job or internship, or connecting with the representatives you met on LinkedIn. Feel free to meet with a Career Specialist for support.
