See results from past Career Forum participants and how they prepared for the event. Learn from their experience on how you can get ready for the upcoming event. |
Did you attend the Career Forum intending to seek a full-time or an internship position? |
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Although most of the companies are hiring candidates for full-time positions, increasing number of companies are also seeking interns. Even if you are a year or two away from beginning your job search, you can still attend to see what opportunities are available. Some companies hold seminars and information sessions during the event which are great resources to learn more about companies and their products/services. You also have the opportunity to talk one-on-one with company representatives, allowing you to hear the current market trends in the industry/positions.
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When did you start preparing for the Career Forum? |
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With companies conducting multiple rounds of interviews during the Career Forum, preparation prior to the event is key. Creating resumes, applying to companies online and practicing for interviews are some of the things that need to be done. Many of the candidates start their preparation over a month before the Career Forum.
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How many companies did you apply to online prior to the Career Forum? |
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Because some companies set up appointments prior to the Career Forum and others only meet with candidates who have previously applied online, applying to companies online is a must. Instead of waiting until the event, utilize the application as your first contact to the company to let them know your interest in their company.
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How many appointments were you able to set up prior to the Career Forum? |
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Did you go ahead and visit the booth even if you did not receive a response from the company after applying online? |
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Not hearing back from a company you applied to, does NOT mean you are not qualified for the position. Companies utilize the online application in different ways, and it is not unlikely that some do not reply back to any of the applicants. As you can see, more than half the participants still visited the company's booth even if they did not have an appointment. Many of the companies do set aside time to interview candidates who visit their booths on the day of the event, so do not hesitate! You should actively visit the companies of your interest.
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