Get Ready for the Career Fair
Career Fair Preparation
Want to start getting ready for the upcoming Career Fair?
Receive assistance to:
- Have your resume reviewed and receive suggestions on how to improve
- Learn how to build a resume and cover letter using the online system called Optimal Resume
- Find out who will be attending the Career Fair and begin researching companies
- Get helpful tips on how to make a great impression during the Career Fair
Events & Resources:
- Virtual Career Expo Prep Session with Office of Engaged Learning & Career Development Center – Sunday, February 28 at 7:00PM
- Virtual Expo Prep & Exclusive Employer Panel Discussion – Tuesday, March 2 at 4:00PM
- Learn more about how to get the most out of the event by reviewing this materials from CareerEco! Tutorials for Students/Jobseekers:
- Best Practices One Sheet
- Virtual Event Tutorial Video: https://player.vimeo.com/video/106122434
- Virtual Event Tutorial PDF: https://s3.amazonaws.com/celive/assets/93ddbda1-3c48-48f3-b0ce-cf16bffc813a.pdf
- Utilize Career Suite Drop-In/Call-In Hours to receive help with all aspects of career fair prep listed below
Career Suite – Spring 2021 Semester Hours
Regular Days/Times: Begin Jan. 25th
Career Zoom – link: https://go.uis.edu/CareerSuiteZoom
• Tuesday: 12 – 1 PM
• Wednesday: 5 – 6 PM
• Thursday & Friday: 3 – 4 PM
Call-In: (217) 206-6508 or email careerservices@uis.edu
Prefer to Chat online?
You now have the ability to Chat with a Career Advisor through your UIS Career Connect account.
Regular Days/Times: Begin Jan. 25th
• Monday: 3 – 4 PM
• Tuesday: 11 AM – 12 PM
• Wednesday: 4 – 5 PM
• Thursday & Friday: 2 – 3 PM
- Log into your Career Connect account and click on Chat with a Career Advisor to begin your chat session
- Students will have the opportunity to engage with staff from the Career Development Center and receive tips and information on supportive programming, resources, and opportunities.
Questions?
Contact our office via phone at (217) 206-6508 or email us at careerservices@uis.edu
More Career Fair Information
- General Career Fair Information
- Dress Code – BUSINESS CASUAL ATTIRE ENCOURAGED
- Fall Semester – Foot in the Door Fair
- Spring Semester – Career Connections Expo