You may have heard some stories about the lucky souls who won their jobs at a career fair. It can be done. Read on to learn how you can win a job, too!

You might be one of the lucky contingency who has won jobs at a career fair. Perhaps you've know someone, or know someone through someone else. Yes, it is true - you can win a job at a career fair. To join these ranks, you need to be prepared. Thoroughly prepared.

What is a Career Fair?

A career fair is an event typically held at a local college, convention center or other public setting capable of showcasing numerous companies and the attendees seeking job leads.

Career fairs can be open to the public or private for students of specific schools or backgrounds. Regardless of being public or private in nature, some career fairs are free to attendees, while others charge nominal admission to pay for space rental and docent fees.

What Kinds of Companies Appear at Career Fairs?

Companies of all shapes and sizes present at career fairs. This includes start-ups through the biggest employer of them all - the federal government.

While some career fairs specialize in particular industries (e.g. - technology, travel, etc.), plenty of the mega-sized fairs bring in companies across the industry spectrum all under one roof.

What Do the Companies Want?

Represented companies may present because they are seeking:

• Fresh talent,
• Resumes for interviews or for keeping on file, or
• Branding in front of their target market.

How Do I Land a Job at a Career Fair?

You can improve your odds of landing a job at a career fair by following this proven recipe:

• Check out the list of represented companies before you arrive (this list is often displayed on the career fair's marketing website).
• Research the companies that interest you, staying organized by industry, location, etc.
• Prepare your documents specifically for your target companies.
• Practice your 30-second elevator pitch (Your elevator pitch covers the highlights that the contact must learn about you in 30-seconds).
• Dress professionally for the career fair.
• Arrive early and plan your route to see the most desired companies first.
• Introduce yourself and make a good impression.
• Get the contact's business card.

Countless jobs have been won this way at career fairs on the spot. You need to be prepared.

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