Career Events
- Rowan University Fair
- Ask an Alum…(Career Exploration Night)
- Walt Disney World College Intern Program
- Federal Government & Non-Profit Agencies Job Fair
- Recruitment Week
- Education Expo
- Career Talk
- Peace Corps
- Off Campus Career Events
- Annual Rowan University - Camden Campus Career Exploration Fair
- Accounting Expo
CAREER EXPLORATION & GRADUATE SCHOOL FAIR
October 9, 2012 Chamberlain Student Center Ballroom
Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm
Employer registration click here
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CAREER FAIR TIPS
A career fair is an opportunity for you to meet with employer representatives on an informal basis to discuss career information and employment opportunities. It is another form of networking that can help you get your foot in the door of an employer through careful planning. A major part of planning process for a career fair is developing a list of questions to ask the employer representatives. Also, research the employers that plan to attend. This gives you a heads up on the employers you are interested in approaching.
APPROPRIATE DRESS
Pick out a professional outfit. Most career day fairs recommend that you dress as if you are going on an interview. It is better to be overdressed than underdressed at a career fair. Suits are appropriate for both men and women.
- Two-piece suit (solid colors vs. print or patterns). Stick to conservative colors such as black, navy blue, dark brown and dark gray. Avoid wearing single breasted suits with more than four buttons and suits with bold pinstripes.
- Wear a white shirt or a light color shirt
- Tie pattern should be simple.
- Wear polished shoes with knee-length socks that avoid exposing skin.
- Suit with knee-length skirt and tailored blouse.
- Pantsuits are more acceptable now, but save them for after you obtain the job.
- Keep accessories and make-up simple.
- Wear closed toe shoes without straps. Also, the heels should be no more than an inch and half.
Dressing For Success: How To Dress For An Interview
Proper Career / Job Fair Attire
SOME QUESTIONS TO ASK EMPLOYER REPRESENTATIVES
- What characteristics does a successful person have at your organization?
- Could you describe a typical day?
- What are the best and worst parts of your job?
- How important are professional degrees or credentials for entrance and promotion in this field?
- Is demand for your kind of work increasing, stabilizing, or decreasing?
- How could you utilize my skills?
- Are there internship possibilities with your organization?
- Is there anything I can do to make myself more qualified for this type of work?
SOME QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF
- Will I be seeking information only?
- Will I want to generate interviews?
- Should I dress in business attire?
- Is my resume ready to distribute?
- What questions should I ask?
- Should I bring a pad and pen?
- Will I need to think about follow-up?
- Where can I get further information?
TIPS FOR NAVIGATING A CAREER FAIR
- Turn your cell phone off.
- Be independent – you look more serious walking alone rather than with a group of friends.
- Make a good first impression – greet the employer and introduce yourself. Smile, make eye contact, and use a firm handshake. Use your one-minute script about yourself to start conversations with employers.
- It is important that you bring well written copies of your resume to disseminate to employer representatives.
- Make sure that you acquire the business cards from the employer representatives that you are interested in working for.
- Keep a record of your correspondences during the Career Fair to use in your follow-up.
- Always send a thank you card or email to the employer representative and reiterate your interest in working for them.
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Accounting Expo
September 20, 2012
Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm, Chamberlain Student Ballroom
The 2012 Accounting Expo is for students seeking professional careers and internships in the field of accounting. This event is free for students and no pre-registration is required, however, professional business attire is required. Make certain to bring along several copies of your resume and be prepared to network with company representatives.
Employer registration click here
Rowan University Career Fair
February 26, 2013
Time 10:00am - 3:00pm & Location Rec Center
Network with employers and collect information about full-time and internship opportunities.
Ask an Alum…(Career Exploration Night)
Spring 2013 Time & Location: TBA
Do you want to know what the work-force is really like?
Ever wonder what life will be like after graduation?
Want to know how you can apply your major to a future career?
You have questions and our alumni have answers.
Come network with alumni who are actively working in your field of interest. Engage in casual conversation with individuals who have been where you are and have “made it” in their career.
Walt Disney World College Intern Program Presentation
Fall 2012 Time & Location : TBA
Imagine an internship with one of the most exciting companies in the world. Where friendships grow, opportunities are made and where the future begins.
The Disney College Program gives students the chance to start building their résumé and preparing for their future career. This paid program is open to all majors and college levels. Roles are available at
Walt Disney World® Resort in Florida and Disneyland® Resort in California.
Apply online at disneycollegeprogram.com
Federal Government & Non-Profit Agencies Career Fair
Fall 2012 Time & Location: TBA
Explore career opportunities in government and in non-profit agencies by attending the Federal Government & Non-Profit Career Fair. Representatives from the federal government and non-profit organizations will be available to share information on employment opportunities within their agencies.
Recruitment Week
Fall 2012
TBA
Employers will be on campus to conduct interviews after the Career Fair in the Spring of 2012. For more information contact the Career Management Center.
Education Expo
Spring 2013 Time & Location: TBA
This event connects school district representatives with graduating seniors and alumni who are provisionally or fully certified to teach or will have a Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing.
PEACE CORPS
Fall 2012 Date & Time: TBA
Career Management Center - Savitz Hall
Learn about career opportunities with the Peace Corps.
Each semester a representative from the Peace Corps conducts a presentation on career opportunities with the agency.
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Annual Rowan University - Camden Campus Career Fair
Spring 2013 Camden Campus, Camden, NJ
Time & Location: TBA
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OFF-CAMPUS CAREER EVENTS
King of Prussia / Philadelphia Career Fair
Thursday - May 17, 2012, 10:30am - 2:00pm
Crowne Plaza Philadelphia - Valley Forge
260 Mall Boulevard
King of Prussia, PA 19406
Edison Career Fair
Tuesday - May 29, 2012, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Renaissance Woodbridge Hotel
515 US Highway One South
Iselin, NJ 08830
New Jersey Collegiate Career Day
Wednesday - May 30, 2012, 9:30am - 3:30pm
Rutgers Student Center & Brower Commons
New Brunswick, NJ
08901
New York Career Fair
Monday - June 11, 2012, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Holiday Inn Midtown 57 Street
440 West 57th Street
New York, NY 10019
Philadelphia Job Fair
Monday - June 18, 2012, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Crowne Plaza Philadelphia West
4010 City Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19131
Grand Slam Job Fair
Wednesday - July 18, 2011, 10:00am - 2:30pm
Citizens Bank Ball Park
One Citizens Bank Way
Philadelphia, PA 19148
Philadelphia Career Fair
Monday - August 6, 2012, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Crowne Plaza
4100 Presidential Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19131
