Career Fair

February 20, 2019, 11:00 AM to February 21, 2019, 4:00 PM EST
Johnson Center, Dewberry Hall (Basement of JC)

The Mason Career Fair is a two-day, campus-wide event attracting more than 200 local, regional, and national employers offering internships, co-ops, full-time jobs, and part-time positions. Open to all Mason students and alumni the career fair is an excellent opportunity to connect with both peers and employers!

LINKS:

• FEB 18: Spring 2019 Prepare for the Fair:

• https://gmu.joinhandshake.com/events/244035/share_preview

• FEB 18-19: Spring 2019 Resume Clinic:

• Day 1: https://gmu.joinhandshake.com/events/235562/share_preview
• Day 2: https://gmu.joinhandshake.com/events/235564/share_preview

• FEB 20-21: Spring 2019 Career Fair:

• https://gmu.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/7934/student_preview
• https://gmu.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/7934/employers_list

KEY MESSAGING:

1. Preparation is crucial. To get the most out of the fair, do your homework:
1. Research participating employers
2. Market your skills by perfecting your personal pitch at the Prepare for the Fair Workshop
3. Make sure your resume is well-written, concise, and free of typos (Resume Clinic)
4. Dress to impress (UCS Pinterest: pinterest.com/masoncareer/ )
2. Bring multiple copies of your resume
3. Leave your book bag, coffee, and headphones behind
4. Don’t leave the fair before getting a free headshot at the Mason Career Services LinkedIn photo booth
5. If possible, attend both days, as each day features a variety of employers and opportunities