1. 'How to do better than fair at the job fair ? ' March 13rd 2014 – Alice Gonneau & Marine Moncozet

2. 1.Connexion … unique chance 2.Before … preparation 3.Before … short script 4.Before … cover letter 5.Before … CV 6.During … communicate! 7.After … follow-up 8.After … the interview 9.After … networking Summary

3. Connexion... unique chance Looking for 1st experience when companies are looking for experienced people 100 companies, 1 location There to communicate & recruit Chance to discover sectors & jobs DON’T MISS YOUR CHANCE!!

4. Before … preparation Potential employers Contacts Questions

5. Before … short script Prepare a short professional introduction of yourself Be Clear Differentiate yourself Train yourself Max 1 minute Main education & experience Professional goals & aspirations Availability

6. Before … cover letter FORMAT Max 1 page Watch spelling and grammar mistakes Careful the typos Structure: logical order CONTENTS Structure: organize in a logical order Highlight important elements Point out strengths and key achievements for each role

7. Before … CV For a top CV, remember: CV = YOU!Mind the gapsBe honest Have documents/certificates to hand Achievements + Success Remember the cover letter Be clear + straight to the point: 6sec/CV

8. During … communicate! Maintain good eye contact / smile Keep notes, business cards Answer questions directly, politely and concisely Network with others students and ex-students Visit a few employers you did not target

9. During … communicate DO Listen Maintain eye contact Have a positive attitude Ask relevant questions Show interest Get a name & contact details DON’T Mumble Come across as stressed Be too intense Be aggressive Harass DON’T START ASKING ABOUT Holidays Work hours Salary and other benefits

10. After … follow up Always define a follow-up event or action Send a thank-you note to any representative you are interested in Give a phone call Complete an online application Send your resume and cover letter to the HR department or supervisor Propose an interview

11. After … the interview Researches about the company Match between your CV and the role Would your experience benefit with the company ? Note questions to ask PREPARE Presentation: first impressions last Firm handshake, smile, be alert and enthusiastic Demonstrate your knowledge about the company Ask questions: career perspectives, development of the company, culture, etc. DURING THE INTERVIEW

12. What is networking ? Optimization Implementation Tools

13. Questions ?