{"id":1366,"date":"2025-03-04T15:26:26","date_gmt":"2025-03-04T20:26:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.miamioh.edu\/miami-regionals-e-campus\/?p=1366"},"modified":"2026-01-20T15:51:49","modified_gmt":"2026-01-20T20:51:49","slug":"how-college-students-can-prepare-for-a-career-fair","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.miamioh.edu\/miami-regionals-e-campus\/2025\/03\/how-college-students-can-prepare-for-a-career-fair\/","title":{"rendered":"How College Students Can Prepare for a Career Fair"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p style=\"font-size:28px\"><em>In-person and virtual recommendations!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:22px\">It\u2019s almost spring \u2014 a time of new opportunities to conquer professional goals. First-year students and accomplished graduate students can benefit from networking with potential employers. Miami University offers resources and career fairs throughout the academic year to help students meet their professional goals after graduation. Let\u2019s talk about why you should visit a career fair, how to prepare, and where to find all the resources available.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9acf129c9c1bdb12ca671482eaf11cc7\" style=\"color:#c41230\">Do Career Fairs Help College Students?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\">Yes. It may seem intimidating to talk to potential employers via a virtual meeting or to walk into a room full of strangers, but you will gain confidence in your career search and improve your chances of getting the job you want. Use this opportunity to talk to multiple potential employers in a single event! <a href=\"https:\/\/miamioh.edu\/centers-institutes\/career-center\/prepare\/career-fairs\/index.html\">Read more on how career fairs can help students<\/a>. Review the following steps to make the most of attending a career fair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c9d7277851f90acf145dc87c510b5491\" style=\"color:#c41230\">Step 1 &#8211; Find Support and Resources with Campus Career Centers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\">Get to know your campus career center for job-related resources, a list of upcoming events, to schedule an appointment, resume help, and more. The centers have a knowledgeable and caring staff who want to help you succeed! Virtual appointments are available if you are online or can\u2019t get to campus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:9px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Undergraduate online students should visit <a href=\"https:\/\/miamioh.edu\/regionals\/student-resources\/career-services-professional-development\/index.html\">Regionals Career Services and Professional Development<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Graduate online students can find support with the <a href=\"https:\/\/miamioh.edu\/centers-institutes\/career-center\/prepare\/career-fairs\/index.html\">Center for Career Exploration and Success<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c43a04de12943e5bb51edfb6a34f084a\" style=\"color:#c41230\">Step 2 &#8211; Plan to Attend a Career Fair and Add it to your Calendar<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\">Miami University hosts Career and Internship Fairs every Fall and Spring semester. As a timely reminder, a few career fairs are happening this month. It\u2019s important to register so that employers know that you\u2019re coming, and you\u2019ll be more likely to follow through on your commitment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:9px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:auto 40%\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/app.joinhandshake.com\/career_fairs\/af3854b9-33d4-4810-8593-77ab76d6618f\/student_preview\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/app.joinhandshake.com\/career_fairs\/af3854b9-33d4-4810-8593-77ab76d6618f\/student_preview\">Regionals\u2019 Career and Internship Fair<br><\/a><\/strong>Thursday, March 6, 2025<br>12 to 3 p.m.<br>Hamilton Campus, Harry T. Wilks Conference Center<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:9px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/app.joinhandshake.com\/career_fairs\/7d9bec9d-8eee-4f60-99d0-15e60eed7c3e\/student_preview?token=CVOiWzDvirqRxu4kq8gE0YO6X2FaK_4L5cRZG-ibkRRY7MTVY0cOBA\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/app.joinhandshake.com\/career_fairs\/7d9bec9d-8eee-4f60-99d0-15e60eed7c3e\/student_preview?token=CVOiWzDvirqRxu4kq8gE0YO6X2FaK_4L5cRZG-ibkRRY7MTVY0cOBA\">Careers for the Common Good<br><\/a><\/strong>Tuesday, March 11, 2025<br>1 to 4 p.m.<br>Oxford Campus, Shriver Center JDOL Rooms<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:9px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/app.joinhandshake.com\/career_fairs\/052be0ad-bdb4-4f83-a7e1-60ba90f250aa\/student_preview?token=4lHuVy-rlYcFJk2SUMi_BOenNi-yuok0wLT1CDK2jrmftGxO1RQYfg\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/app.joinhandshake.com\/career_fairs\/052be0ad-bdb4-4f83-a7e1-60ba90f250aa\/student_preview?token=4lHuVy-rlYcFJk2SUMi_BOenNi-yuok0wLT1CDK2jrmftGxO1RQYfg\">Teacher Job Fair<br><\/a><\/strong>Friday, March 14, 2025, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.<br>Oxford Campus, Millett Hall<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:9px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/miamioh.joinhandshake.com\/edu\/career_fairs\/54683\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/miamioh.joinhandshake.com\/edu\/career_fairs\/54683\">Virtual Career and Internship Fair<br><\/a><\/strong>Wednesday, March 19, 2025<br>12 to 3 p.m.<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/sites.miamioh.edu\/miami-regionals-e-campus\/files\/2025\/03\/woman-networking-career-fair-reg.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1388 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sites.miamioh.edu\/miami-regionals-e-campus\/files\/2025\/03\/woman-networking-career-fair-reg.jpg 600w, https:\/\/sites.miamioh.edu\/miami-regionals-e-campus\/files\/2025\/03\/woman-networking-career-fair-reg-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sites.miamioh.edu\/miami-regionals-e-campus\/files\/2025\/03\/woman-networking-career-fair-reg-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3eff019938b01793a4b9358b1bfd393a\" style=\"color:#c41230\">Step 3 &#8211; Research the Companies in Attendance&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\">Once you register, the Handshake app should provide a list of the participating companies. If you need assistance, check with the career services staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Get an idea of what companies will be there.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Know some information about the companies to help start conversations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Plan out who you want to talk to.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9f51b29eb0f849d451294e2749ac83dc\" style=\"color:#c41230\">Step 4 &#8211; Create or Update your R\u00e9sum\u00e9&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/miamioh.edu\/centers-institutes\/career-center\/prepare\/resume.html\">R\u00e9sum\u00e9 tips<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Find dozens of free, editable r\u00e9sum\u00e9 templates with Google, Canva, or Microsoft Word.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Add work experience, volunteering, coursework, research if applicable, and internships.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Making the best impression on possible employers requires marketing all of your experience.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">You will also want to be sure your resume is error-free and formatted correctly.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Run spell check<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consider creating a free account with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.grammarly.com\/\">Grammarly<\/a> or another app to get basic feedback on your content.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Campus career centers will also review your r\u00e9sum\u00e9 and give you recommendations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-42d32326a2b1ea40e8e6241ac48d7bf5\" style=\"color:#c41230\">Step 5 &#8211; Create and Practice an \u201cElevator Pitch\u201d<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">An elevator pitch is an approximately 30-second summary of who you are, what you\u2019ve done up to this point, and the opportunities you seek.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Practice with friends, faculty, and career staff to get helpful feedback.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Check out this list of <a href=\"https:\/\/asana.com\/resources\/elevator-pitch-examples\">elevator pitch examples<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-54b910b5282d59f7b93458a43af9d477\" style=\"color:#c41230\">Step 6 &#8211; Dress for Success<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d40a54253ff2dd3e057d1790f3698984\" style=\"color:#ad102a\">Decide on what to wear; make sure it\u2019s clean and presentable.&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">First impressions matter!&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Avoid jeans, sweats\/workout gear, t-shirts, hats, flip-flops, and similar articles of clothing at a minimum \u2014 this is a good rule for virtual interviews, too.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Ask yourself, \u201cHow good of an impression can I make?\u201d vs. \u201cHow relaxed of an outfit can I get away with?\u201d&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Err on the side of overdressed vs. underdressed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Plan ahead \u2014 resources may be available to help obtain an outfit for free or at a discount.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Shop online with JC Penny with their <a href=\"https:\/\/miamioh.edu\/centers-institutes\/career-center\/prepare\/suit-up.html\">Suit-Up Event for Spring 2025 \u2013 Save with a discount code<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make an appointment to visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/miamioh.edu\/regionals\/student-resources\/career-services-professional-development\/job-internship-prep\/professional-clothing-closet.html\">Regionals\u2019 Professional Clothing Closet<\/a>, where you can \u201cshop\u201d for professional attire at no cost to you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:auto 25%\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ca6038c80cec5146397a503f25d34cfb\" style=\"color:#c41230\">Step 7 &#8211; What to do During the Career Fair<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b9fc8c8b04f4e23e9dc5f7d5bfb8807f\" style=\"color:#ad102a\">Arrive early \u2014 Give yourself plenty of time to make your rounds.&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:18px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You may have more time to talk to your top prospects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take a deep breath and settle yourself.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/sites.miamioh.edu\/miami-regionals-e-campus\/files\/2025\/03\/woman-resume-job-fair.jpg\" alt=\"A woman talking with a prospective employer at a college career fair\" class=\"wp-image-1391 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sites.miamioh.edu\/miami-regionals-e-campus\/files\/2025\/03\/woman-resume-job-fair.jpg 600w, https:\/\/sites.miamioh.edu\/miami-regionals-e-campus\/files\/2025\/03\/woman-resume-job-fair-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sites.miamioh.edu\/miami-regionals-e-campus\/files\/2025\/03\/woman-resume-job-fair-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:9px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d165603a9f83a7f6316966317f9cd24c\" style=\"color:#ad102a\">Be attentive, courteous, and ask questions!&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Be present \u2014 avoid looking at your watch, phone, etc., when talking to employers.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Pay attention \u2014 ask follow-up questions; show you\u2019re invested in the discussion.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Don\u2019t interrupt \u2014 be courteous \u2014 even if you hear something you don\u2019t like.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:9px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c6ab0f7df63145f79088e408d344d557\" style=\"color:#ad102a\">Collect contact information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Get business cards, a LinkedIn profile, or other digital contact info.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pro tip \u2014 Always look at the card before stuffing it in your pocket!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Confidently offer a copy of your resume.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:9px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:25% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/sites.miamioh.edu\/miami-regionals-e-campus\/files\/2025\/03\/student-networking-jobs-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1400 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sites.miamioh.edu\/miami-regionals-e-campus\/files\/2025\/03\/student-networking-jobs-1.jpg 600w, https:\/\/sites.miamioh.edu\/miami-regionals-e-campus\/files\/2025\/03\/student-networking-jobs-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sites.miamioh.edu\/miami-regionals-e-campus\/files\/2025\/03\/student-networking-jobs-1-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5a16741602b6e17ef46b7351503d8728\" style=\"color:#ad102a\">Stay Positive!&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Career fairs should be positive experiences in most circumstances.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Discouraging moments can still take place for a variety of reasons.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Stay positive, make your rounds, and don\u2019t let disappointment take over.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:9px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-33e0de8b455642ece8b4074ecc3ae0f0\" style=\"color:#ad102a\">Stay on Track<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Carefully budget your time \u2014 allow enough time to talk to everyone you hope to.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Be careful not to monopolize an employer\u2019s time for too long!&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Make a positive impression.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:9px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8a4e8f3e61aa82d67950b97c7dd7545b\" style=\"color:#ad102a\">Get a Headshot Photo<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\">If there is an opportunity to get a free headshot at the career fair, please take a moment to do this for yourself and your digital profile. A professional photographer will be at the in-person career fair at Miami Regionals on March 6, 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">You will receive a digital file in the coming weeks after the event.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-783e66692d0089af5eec667df156b723\" style=\"color:#c41230\">Step 8 &#8211; What to do After the Career Fair<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-855050ee1900b0733f96a85c3a52ee1b\" style=\"color:#ad102a\">Follow up with prospective employers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">A follow-up email within 48 hours is a great way to clinch a good first impression.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Attach your r\u00e9sum\u00e9. (Remember, interviewers talked to dozens, if not hundreds, of students that day.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Try to point out one or two things from the conversation \u2014 this will help put a face to the name.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:9px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-74a2b114b8355633eb0de7a9f2dc2815\" style=\"color:#ad102a\">Debrief<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Text, type, or write some notes.<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">What did you do well?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">What do you need to work on?&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Plan to improve on at least one challenge before the next opportunity.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Go over your top strengths and areas for improvement (as objectively as possible).&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:auto 30%\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4299a759be28064d485ef5d5a3585921\" style=\"color:#c41230\">Going Virtual? Keep these Tips in Mind<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4e1966e0bcf2a2d63b27ddf5783c6d62\" style=\"color:#ad102a\">Have a great experience if you attend a virtual career fair or virtual interviews.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>We recommend using a desktop or laptop computer<\/strong>, but if you must use a mobile device, place it on a tripod or another gadget to be hands-free.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Power<\/strong> \u2014 Make sure your computer or device is plugged in or fully charged.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Check that you can log in<\/strong> to Zoom, Google Meet, Teams, etc. \u2014 don\u2019t get delayed during your scheduled meeting with software updates or other tech issues.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Use a ring light<\/strong> or lamp toward your face \u2014 test that your face will be well-lit so the interviewer(s) can see you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Use a non-distracting virtual background<\/strong> or blur your background in the app ahead of time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Have a digital list of links <\/strong>open that you can copy\/paste into the Chat if needed. These could be a link to your resume, website, and\/or LinkedIn profile.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Talking points<\/strong> \u2014 you may also consider keeping a list of talking points or your resume to quickly refer to \u2014 tape it to the wall so you\u2019re not looking away from the camera.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/sites.miamioh.edu\/miami-regionals-e-campus\/files\/2025\/03\/virtual-interview-resume.jpg\" alt=\"A graduate student participating in a virtual interview\" class=\"wp-image-1405 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sites.miamioh.edu\/miami-regionals-e-campus\/files\/2025\/03\/virtual-interview-resume.jpg 600w, https:\/\/sites.miamioh.edu\/miami-regionals-e-campus\/files\/2025\/03\/virtual-interview-resume-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sites.miamioh.edu\/miami-regionals-e-campus\/files\/2025\/03\/virtual-interview-resume-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e1ab4180ecf021ebd7ff7161504ad4e6\" style=\"color:#c41230\">What if I Can\u2019t Attend a Career Fair?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\">We encourage you to take advantage of these events, but other opportunities are available to network and enhance your job search.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:9px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Complete a free Miami Online <a href=\"https:\/\/professional.miamioh.edu\/browse\/microlearning\/courses\/developing-your-digital-professional-profile\">LinkedIn Course<\/a> to help develop your digital profile.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Talk to your professors \u2014 they are well-connected in their fields.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Make a list of family and friends you can connect with.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You may also have connections with people at volunteer organizations or your place of worship.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Ask the career center if they can help connect you to alumni of your program.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:18px\">Contact people you admire or who work in a field you\u2019re interested in for a 15-minute informational interview. Generally, most people enjoy talking about themselves and what they do. Many people are willing to help, but you have to ask. Thank them for their time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3ed9b6bc7f867bf4ee22359ed24b61af\" style=\"color:#c41230\">Ready to Get Started?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\">Attending career fairs, networking, and job searching can be stressful, but breaking down the tasks into small steps is helpful. Celebrate small wins if this is your first or fifth time. You will grow and feel more confident as you meet people and polish your skills. Good luck!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d852add84b355d3403f92b45426471af\" style=\"color:#c41230\">Do you still have questions?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\">Contact one of Miami University\u2019s career centers to talk to knowledgeable staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-261eb2ce218078ba6c6ef6ac72d3f5ad\" style=\"color:#ad102a\">Undergraduate students<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Career Services and Professional Development<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\"><a href=\"mailto:miamiregionalscareer@MiamiOH.edu\">miamiregionalscareer@MiamiOH.edu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\">513-727-3390<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:9px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-edc3d478779826445e7b6a23538050c0\" style=\"color:#ad102a\">Graduate students<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\">Center for Career Exploration and Success<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\"><a href=\"mailto:careercenter@MiamiOH.edu\">careercenter@MiamiOH.edu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\">513-529-3831<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#edece2;font-size:18px\"><em>Content compiled and written by Carrie Geygan, Digital Content Specialist, Miami Online. 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