Prepare for theIndustry/Career Expo

EXPO 101

Expo 101 Topics

Part I: Research• Focus the Search

• Evaluate Your Skills

• Learn What to Research

• Use EagleHire

Part II: Prepare• What to Expect

• Resumes

• Dressing Professionally

• Name Tags

• Preparing LinkedIn Profile

Part I: Research

Focus the search by …• Develop goals for the event/search/interaction

• Create and practice an elevator speech to explain/sell your education, skills and knowledge

• Acknowledge your dreams, motivations and concerns you may for accomplishing these goals

– Why would this be important?– How would you do this?

Identify options by …• Learn about and select career job types or titles you want to pursue after

graduation?

• Determine professional goals for post-graduation? – Post graduate internship, Career search, or graduate school

Part 1: Evaluate Your Skills

Brainstorm about Strengths Challenges External opportunities External threats

Part I: What to Research1. Research Companies via Career Fair+ app, EagleHire, Career Services website, CareerShift and LinkedIn

• Create a top 5 or 10 list of the companies you want to pursue• Know what they do, locations, why company is interesting • View the employment/careers page

Find jobs you are interested in & print/save the job descriptions Apply online ahead of time

2. Attend company information sessions

3. Tools to use:• Career Fair+ app• EagleHire• CareerShift• Career Services website• Previous Intern Papers (My Team Site in ERNIE)• Job Search Tool Kit• LinkedIn

EagleHireSearch for jobs

and intern-shipsEdit profile and upload documents

Click Resources, s

elect

CareerShift

CareerShift

Part II: Prepare …Industry/Career Expo

What to Expect at the Industry/Career Expo Event:

• This is a career event - asking about a job is not a surprise!

• They are considering you, but YOU are considering THEM as well

• Don’t put “all your eggs in one basket”- Consider all companies, not just traditional companies for your degree area- Practice your introduction and interactions with other companies before

approaching your #1 choice

• Anticipate the questions & prepare

• Bring Resumes (customized to specific companies and general)- Career Services offers resume critiques- Check out Pop-Up Career Services schedule

Part II: Resumes Myths & Truths

True or False?

• Unique or unusual resumes attract more attention and are easier to read

• Resume content is more important than style or format

• It’s OK to exaggerate your accomplishments

• Cover letters are more often read than resumes

• Personal photos improve your marketability

• Indicating your age or marital status will prove that you are mature

• It is ok the round up your GPA

Part II: Resumes

• The most important “paper” you write while in college

• First impression you make with a company – make sure it is a positive one!

• Nothing disqualifies a candidate faster than a poorly written cover letter or resume

• Your resume is a marketing tool to sell your best traits

• Employers spend less than 30 seconds scanning a resume before making a decision on whether or not to bring someone in for an interview

Resume Research

http://clearedjobs.net/blog/how-much-time-does-a-recruiter-spend-looking-at-a-resume/

Longest viewed areas:• Name• Positions and

dates• Education

Compare red and yellow areas on left vs. right

The Resume Basics

Basics tips:• Laser printed on white or ivory paper (at least 24# stock)

– Photocopies should not be submitted• Limit to 1 page when possible – 2 pages is acceptable for

– several years of industry experience or a federal resume– academic curriculum vitae, international resume, or online resumes

• Avoid templates – create your own format!• Use easy to read, attention-grabbing format

Basics to avoid:• Do not include high school information

o Exception: first-year students; Federal Government applications

• Do not include photos or personal information (i.e. age, gender, marital status, ethnicity, health condition/status, SSN)o Exception: those applying for positions with Federal Government will

need to include SSN with application

Resume Setup

Content Areas:• Header/Contact Information• Objective• Education• Relevant Coursework• Project Experience• Internship Experience• Work Experience• Skills • Activities• Licenses• Honors/Awards• Flight Time• Military Experience• Research• Publications• Leadership/Involvement• Volunteer Service

Format:• Margins should be no

smaller than ½ inch• Use plain typeface (Arial,

Times New Roman, Verdana, Calibri ) o Font size 10 – 12 point

font• Name should be larger font

(16-20) and in boldface• Use bulleted points to

highlight important information

Contact/Header

• Name – should be large and bold• Address- (not needed) If you want, only include home or school

address• Telephone number

o May include home or cell – ONLY one recommendedo Never include your work number on a resumeo Be sure your voicemail (or roommate) is professional

• E-mail address (pick one – and check it!)

Examples:

Objective

When should you include an objective on a resume?

• One to two sentences in length• Be specific, do not add “fluff”• Should be specific to the company and position you are

seeking• Extensive Experience:

o Provide 2-3 sentence or bulleted executive summary or professional profile highlighting skills and accomplishments

Education

• Spell out the degree title - Bachelor of Science in ….• Specify any minors or areas of concentration• Graduation date is a MUST for the expecting or recent grads• Please list your GPA if it is a 3.0 or above; major GPA is also a possibility but you need to

include the CGPA; if unsure, check with Career Services• You can include relevant coursework under the Education• Include Study Abroad in Education section, especially if relevant to your degree

Customize the Resume

Tailor the resume to specific positions by showing what you are learning in your classes

Examples:

Experience

• You can have work, intern/co-op, project, military, relevant or flight experience listed

• Start with the most recent experience and work backwards (reverse chronological order)

• Include company name, location, dates worked, job title and main accomplishments (use bullets to make the info stand out)

• Use concise language and limit points to 3 or 4 key elements or accomplishments

• Start each bullet point with a verb/action word and use appropriate tense

• Use concise, descriptive and varied languageo Quantify duties and successes (#, %, $)

Skills

List or categorize skills to organize - can include:– Computer, Technical, Language, Communication, or Leadership Skills

Technical Example:

General Example:

Other Categories

• Leadership/Activities/Involvement include memberships in organizations, fraternities, sororities, and clubs

– List any positions held in the clubs or organizations

• Scholarships, Recognitions, Awards, and Commendations can be listed

• List interests including intramurals, volunteer experience, or general likes

References

• Do not refer to references on your resume – it goes without saying

• Type a separate list using same font and paper as your resume

• Include name, title, company, contact information (address, phone #, e-mail)

• Always check first with anyone you wish to use as a reference

Professional Dress for Expo

Professional attire is expected for attendance at the Industry/Career Expo• Suits are ideal• Gentlemen: button down shirts and ties• Ladies: conservative or appropriate blouses• Colors for shirts should be muted like white, off-white or light blue• Shoes should be polished and professional

The minimum professional dress is business casual. Flight and ROTC uniforms are appropriate Expo dress. Religious and cultural attire will be accepted.

Visit the Career Services Pinterest group [http://pinterest.com/eraucsodb/] and peruse the What to Wear – Men, What to Wear – Women and What Not to Wear - Men and Women board for ideas on professional dress.

Professional Nametag• Find form through ERNIE > Departments >Daytona Beach >Print

Shop > Print Reqs & Work orders> Select PDF Engraving & Signage

form

• Tips for completing the online form:– Cost center, Building Number, Room Number – N/A– Select Name Badge– Special Instructions: Name

• $5.00 a nametag• Must take to Duplicating in ISB Annex Building • Pick-up by October 2nd

LinkedIn Benefits

1 Connect with professionals/building a professional presence online

2 Conduct company, industry, and graduate program research

3 Receive recommendations and endorsements from connections you’ve worked with professionally

4 Let Employers find You. Today, a large number of organizations look for talented candidates on social networking platforms like LinkedIn

5 Find and apply to positions posted on LinkedIn

LinkedIn Essentials

• Complete your profile! Fill out sections that are suggested such as projects/organizations, etc.

• Join the ERAU Alumni Association Group, ERAU Career Services Group, and other relevant groups

• Comment on group discussion boards or post your own topic/question/request

• Tap into the LinkedIn Alumni Tool and University Pages

• For help creating your profile use LinkedIn “Higher Ed” – there are quick tip sheets and videos just for college students

• Use the LinkedIn privacy settings carefully.

• Manage your online brand and be sure you keep your LinkedIn profile updated. After all, it can be accessed by an employer anytime.

Fall 2016 Career Services Expo Preparation Events

SEPTEMBERMonday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

1. 2. POP-Up Career Services

11:00am-1:00pm

Student Center, West Steps

5. LABOR DAY NO SCHOOL

6. 7. Expo 1015:30pm-6:30pmCOB 127

8. 9. POP-Up Career Services

11:00am-1:00pm

Student Center, West Steps

12. 13. Expo 10112:45pm-1:45pm

COB 114

14. Expo 2015:30pm-6:30pmCOB 127

15. Ace the Interview

5:30pm-6:30pmCOB 114

16. POP-Up Career Services

11:00am-1:00pm

Student Center, West Steps

19. 20. Expo 20112:45pm-1:45pmCOB 114

Co-op/Intern Info Session

5:30pm-6:30pmIC 104

21. Speed Interviewing

4:00pm-6:00pm

Flight Deck*Must have

attended Ace the Interview on 9/15

22. Expo 1015:30pm-6:30pmStudent Village,

Fountain Room

23. POP-Up Career Services

11:00am-1:00pm

Student Center, West Steps

26. Portfolio Workshop

5:30pm-6:30pm

COB 124

27. 28. 29. Expo 2015:30pm-6:30pmStudent Village,

Fountain Room

30. POP-Up Career Services

11:00am-1:00pm

Student Center, West Steps

INDUSTRY/CAREER EXPO

Thursday, October 69:00 am – 4:00 pm

ICI Center

Expo 101: Preparation, Research & ResumesExpo 201: Introducing Yourself, Interviewing & Follow-upPOP-Up Career Services: Quick questions and resume reviews only!Fast Pass Pick-up for Expo: Mon. 9/26-Wed. 10/7 from 8:00am-5:00pm

*Rooms are subject to changeOctober Presentations

LinkedIn WorkshopThursday, October 13

5:30pm-6:30pm ● COB 124

Salary NegotiationTuesday, October 25

5:30pm-6:30pm ● COB 114

Expo Action Item #1

Create a Targeted Company List• Download & Review the CareerFair+ App

• Compile a list of your top 5-10 companies

• Go back and organize the list, starting with your top company and working down

• Follow these companies (alerts, LinkedIn, social media)

• Understand that your list will evolve

CareerFair+

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Expo Action Item #2

• Activate EagleHire – Update profile & resume

• Stop by Pop-Up Career Services for resume review – Fridays, 9/16th, 23rd & 30th, 11am – 1:00 pm, Student Center

• Upload resume to EagleHire for a complete profile

• Plan to participate in the Instagram challenge

Industry/Career Expo Fast Pass

Fast Pass Pick-up for Expo: Mon. 9/26 - Wed.10/5

8:00am-5:00pm

Career Services OfficeRoom 250, Student Center

Stay Connected to Career Services

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