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Upcoming Fairs

London Campus Career Fair

Woodstock Career Fair

St. Thomas Career Fair

Aviation Career Fair

Make the Most of this Opportunity

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Limitless opportunities

Expand your job prospects and expose yourself to a variety of part-time, summer, full-time graduate and co-op work term opportunities.

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Expert Guidance

Fanshawe's Career Services, Cooperative Education and Entrepreneurial Services Consultants along with industry professionals provide insight, guidance and advice to help you navigate your career path.

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Networking

Build valuable relationships with professionals in your industry. These relationships may open doors to future employment and mentorship opportunities.

Unlock the hidden job market

Learn specific skills employers are seeking and discover opportunities that may not be advertised elsewhere.

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Hands-on Experience

Immerse yourself in the labour market. Explore each company and the opportunities they have to offer. Engage with company representatives to learn about the industry firsthand.

Prepare for the Career Fair

Set yourself up for success by preparing ahead of time for the Career Opportunities Fair. Research the attending employers, update your resume, and practice your introduction to make a great first impression. Dressing professionally and having a clear career goal can help you stand out to recruiters. Use this opportunity to showcase your skills, ask insightful questions, and make meaningful connections that could lead to future job opportunities.

Before the Fair

View our on-demand workshops

Prepare for the Career Opportunities Fair with a series of workshops presented by Career Services

  • Prepare a professional resume
  • Create and practice your elevator pitch
  • Practice networking
  • Prepare to answer on-the-spot interview questions
  • Plan questions to ask representatives

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DO YOUR RESEARCH
  • Visit company websites to learn more about their organizations
  • Make a list of companies you would like to visit at the fair
VIEW EMPLOYER PROFILES
  • Apply to job opportunities in the manner each company requests
  • Bring copies of your resume and prepare to complete online applications at the fair
PLAN YOUR OUTFIT

In need of professional clothing? Borrow items from our Career Closet prior to the fair (London and Woodstock Campuses only)

 

 

During The Fair

Dress Professionally

Visit the Career Closet to borrow clothing to wear to the fair (London and Woodstock Campuses only)

How to Greet Each Organization

 Greet each organization with a smile, introduce yourself and use your elevator pitch

View our on-demand workshops to learn more about developing an elevator pitch

Express Interest

Ask questions and show interest when listening to company representatives

Speaking To Company Representatives

Speak clearly and loudly enough for employers to hear you

Important Information to Gather

Ask company representatives for their email address or business card so you can keep. in touch

Make Notes

Notes will serve as a reminder of the conversation for follow-up after the fair

 

 

After the Fair

  • Send a thank you note or email to the representatives you spoke with
  • Remind representatives that you met at Fanshawe's Career Opportunities Fair, the position you are interested in and the benefit you would provide to their organization
  • Inquire about open opportunities and a potential interview
  • Attach a resume targeted to the available position
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