Getting the most out of recruitment fairs

We have all experienced visiting recruitment fairs and wondering around aimlessly for an hour and a half before leaving empty handed and still jobless. Without a plan and a list of objectives recruitment fairs can be overwhelming and unproductive and leave you feeling exhausted. By preparing beforehand you can make the most of visiting a fair and come away with more job hunting experience and maybe even a job:

- Research what companies are going to be there

Before you visit the fair browse through all the exhibiting companies. Make a note of what companies may interest you and research into current employment positions they are offering (i.e. check their company website for any availabilities and job requirements). Ensure you thoroughly understand their business and brain storm any questions you want to ask them when you meet them at the fair.

- Make an appointment before hand

It could pay dividends to think ahead and try and arrange an interview with the exhibiting company. Call up the business (try the human resource department first), explain your interest in working for them and then push to organise a meeting at the fair. Make sure that you have a set of planned questions to ask them during the meeting so you make the most of your individual time with them.

- Bring plenty of CVs

Always make sure that you have a pile of pristine CVs ready to give to prospective employers. It may also benefit you to print some business cards, and if you can bring a laptop so you can email the business then and there with all the relevant documents. By ensuring that they have both an electronic and paper copy of your CV ensures they are aware of your interest.

- Bring a notebook

Make sure that you have means to take notes about each company you approach. You can jot down contact details, reminders, or general thoughts you had about certain companies as well as anything new you have learnt that may help your job search in the future.

- Practice your interview skills

Use the fair to practice your interview skills. At recruitment fairs you have the chance to talk to an abundant of prospective employers about employment. This offers a great opportunity to gain interview experience. Don’t be afraid to approach recruiters and get talking to them. It will help to build confidence as well as knowledge and improve your chances of impressing future employers.

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