Preparing for the Career & Internship Fair ACADEMIC & CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER Preparing for the Career & Internship Fair

Walk-In Professional Headshots ACADEMIC & CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER Our Services Walk-In Résumé Reviews Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 1:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. Walk-In Professional Headshots Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 10:00 A.M – 1:00 P.M. Eppley Administration Building Room 115 Academic Advising for Undecided Students Walk-In Résumé Reviews Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 1:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. Eppley Administration Building Room 115 Major & Career Exploration Résumé & Cover Letter Reviews Practice Interviews Job & Internship Search Strategies

Activating Your Account ACADEMIC & CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER Activating Your Account Updating Your Profile Go to unomaha.joinhandshake.com or download the Handshake app. Login with your NetID credentials. Select profile preferences. Upload a current résumé. Update your profile. Upload a professional headshot. Add relevant professional experiences and awards. Favorite jobs and/or employers. Connect with fellow students. Make career advising appointments.

Fall 2019 All Majors Career & Internship Fair ACADEMIC & CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER Fall 2019 All Majors Career & Internship Fair October 8th, 2019 11 AM – 3 PM Milo Bail Student Center

What is a Career Fair? ACADEMIC & CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER Your chance to speak with recruiters from a wide variety of industries Learn more about organizations Discuss possible job/internship opportunities Make a positive first impression Connect with area professionals Note: explain setup and process, so students know what to expect

Why Should You Go? 150 + Local Employers Learn about In-Demand Skills ACADEMIC & CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER Why Should You Go? 150 + Local Employers Learn about In-Demand Skills - Over 120 area employers attend Learn about in-demand skills that you need to be successful in the job market Connect with employers for part-time, internship, and full-time career opportunities Network with Omaha Professionals

Preparing for the Career & Internship Fair: ACADEMIC & CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER Preparing for the Career & Internship Fair: Create an Introduction Pitch “Nice to meet you, Jessica.” “Hello, I am Jessica Hill. I am an accounting student and will graduate this spring. I’m looking for opportunities in the Omaha area with insurance and finance companies.” Introduction Speech: Give your name Make eye contact Tell them who you are and what you are looking for (usually major/area of study and position) Practice introduction speech before event Know what to say- do not go to a company and ask what they do

Preparing for the Career & Internship Fair: ACADEMIC & CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER Preparing for the Career & Internship Fair: Research Attending Employers Which companies are you interested in? Do they have any postings on Handshake? Write down specific questions you have. Check out their website learn more. All registered companies are listed in Handshake Make a list of specific companies you want to speak with Check out any job postings they might have on Handshake Briefly look over their website, usually linked on their Handshake page, (mission, vision, etc)- familiarize yourself with the company and what they do If you have any specific questions, be sure to write them down and bring them with you to the fair We recommend you bring a Padfolio or notebook with all this information (you can purchase UNO padfolio in the bookstore) Try not to use your phone while speaking with employers (don’t store your notes in your phone)

Preparing for the Career & Internship Fair: ACADEMIC & CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER Preparing for the Career & Internship Fair: Update Your Résumé Update your résumé and print multiple copies. Make an appointment through Handshake to review your résumé with a career advisor. Check out our online resources at acdc.unomaha.edu.

Preparing for the Career & Internship Fair: ACADEMIC & CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER Preparing for the Career & Internship Fair: Dress For Success Western professional culture allows for: • dress pants or skirt • collared button-down dress shirt or blouse • tie and suit jacket • dress shoes • neutral colors • minimal jewelry and fragrances

Preparing for the Career & Internship Fair: ACADEMIC & CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER Preparing for the Career & Internship Fair: Following Up Gather business cards or contact information. Follow-up via email, LinkedIn, or Handshake. Apply for professional opportunities you discussed.

Preparation Events on Campus ACADEMIC & CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER Preparation Events on Campus Brand New You A workshop on personal branding and how to best promote yourself and your brand in the digital world! September 25th, 2019 @ 2PM – 4PM in CPACS 132 Resume Reviews Come to ACDC for a walk-in resume review or schedule an appointment with one of our advisors! Pop-up resume reviews will be held in individual colleges as well, dates and times to be announced. Walk-ins  Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 1 PM – 3PM in Eppley 115 Appointments can be schedule at unomaha.joinhandshake.com

Connect with Us ACADEMIC & CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER (402) 554-3672 facebook.com/uno.acdc unoacdc@unomaha.edu @unoacdc Eppley Administration Building, Room 115 @unoacdc