Wednesday October 24, 2012
10:00am - 3:00pm
John Paul Jones Arena
Charlottesville, VA

How to Prepare:

Before the Fair:

• Review the list of employers attending and research those you want to talk with the day of the event.
• Prepare multiple copies of your resume to bring to the event.
• Schedule a mock interview to be prepared for future interviews.
• Attend resume, interviewing and job fair workshops offered by the Academic & Career Advising Center.
  • DCD Orientation Sessions:
    • Wednesday October 17 @ 5pm in Lancaster G09
    • Monday October 22 @ 4pm in Blackwell Hall - Virginia Room
• Choose professional attire for the day. Remember you only have one chance to make a good first impression.

Day of the Fair:

• Sign in and get a name tag and any information provided at the Student Check In area.
• Introduce yourself to the recruiters and tell them about your career interests.
• Get business cards of the recruiters for thank you notes.
• Remember to complete and return any evaluations before you leave.

After the Fair:

• Send THANK YOU NOTES to employer you spoke with at the fair.

 

Contact the Academic & Career Advising Center with questions.
Lancaster G08A, career@longwood.edu, 434-395-2063