Job Fair

Description

In accordance with the WBA's Assistance Action Plan For EEO Compliance, your WBA will be holding a job/career fair on Wednesday Sept. 17 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Madison Marriott West. Set up begins at 9 a.m. One of the menu option initiatives under the FCC's Outreach Prong 3 is 'participation in at least four job fairs or career fairs by personnel who have substantial responsibility in the making of hiring decisions.' Full SEU participation in each job/career fair should earn the SEU a 1/4 credit. Accordingly, over a 2-year period of participating in these WBA sponsored job/career fairs, and SEU should earn a full credit. There will also be an EEO session held that afternoon at the Marriott. Details to come. There will be a separate registration. Booth registration deadline is Sept. 1. For job seekers: --Dress like it's your interview- business attire
--Bring plenty of resumes- we recommend 30 for the WBA Job Fair.
--Include a link to an online portfolio on your resume or bring samples of your work with you.
--Research participating stations you want to target for potential job openings.
--When you introduce yourself, offer a firm handshake and maintain eye contact.
--Come prepared with at least three questions.
--Have an idea of what your career path might look like and be prepared to discuss.
--Have what you need to take notes.
--Ask "What is the next step?" in pursuing job opportunities this is a great time to ask for their business card!
--Follow up with companies you are interested in working for with an e-mail or handwritten note- show initiative! 

Attendance is FREE! Pre-Registration is NOT required.