Great Tips for Employers at Careers Fairs

Not sure how to have a great careers fair season?  See the below for some top tips on how to make it happen:

Tip 1 – Be approachable

Do not sit down behind the desk – make your stand as approachable as possible by standing alongside your table and banners. Remember students can be intimidated and nervous speaking to employers, so make every effort to seem relaxed and as easily approachable as possible.

Tip 2 – Have enough material

Ensure you have enough brochures and merchandise to giveaway to students as well as highlighting your website for more information & how students can apply.

Tip 3 - Drink lots of water

Talking non-stop for 3-4 hours can really add to dehydration, especially in the warmer months!

Tip 4 – Clearly label your supplies

There are often hundreds of exhibitors all with similar boxes and banners – take the time to label them clearly and by university, and include a contact name and number and return postal address. This will help ensure your boxes and banners are not misplaced.

Tip 5 - Make the right impression

Remember this event is to raise your profile on campus and interact with students – Choose outgoing, confident and passionate employees to attend the event – this is a first and valuable impression to make to students!

Tip 6 – Be positive

Ensure you/ your fair staff are enthusiastic about your working environment! And make sure your staff are equipped and confident to sell and be positive about your company’s opportunities.

Tip 7 - Take name tags for your employees

This gives your people identity and helps make the initial introduction a little less daunting! Students will introduce themselves and may even remember an employee name.

Tip 8 – Consider your post fair transport

It may be difficult to locate a taxi at the completion of the fair – be mindful that there are likely to be numerous other people trying to get away as well.

Tip 9 – Wear comfortable shoes

Being on your feet all day can be very tiring especially for office based staff. Do not wear stilettos or heels.

Tip 10 – Be rested

We suggest at least 8 hours sleep – you are interacting with hundreds of people – A good night’s sleep and substantial food in the body is a good idea!

Tip 11 – Set your goals & objectives

Ensure your team are aware of the goals and objectives of the day and the info they need to know.

Tip 12 – Network

Use this opportunity to network and make new contacts.

Tip 13 - Smile and have fun!