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

2. 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

3. 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.

4. 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

5. 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

6. 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

7. 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

8. 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)

9. 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.

10. 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

11. 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 , LinkedIn, or Handshake.
Apply for professional opportunities you discussed.

12. 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, 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

13. Connect with Us ACADEMIC & CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER (402) 554-3672
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