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Inside this issue: Job & Career Expo 2012 1 Job Fair Workshop
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Job Fair Tips
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The WorkPlace office hours are Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities.
Job & Career Expo 2012 The 2012 Job & Career Expo is being presented by The WorkPlace and The Greater Watertown Chamber of Commerce. When: Thursday, April 5, 2012 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Where: Watertown Municipal Arena (Fairgrounds Arena), 600 Wm T Field Drive, Watertown Many businesses will be in attendance including:
Special Edition Quote: “Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson
Barrett Paving Materials, Inc. Intrepid Broadcasting, Inc. Stephens Media Group WWTI ABC 50 Disabled Persons Action Organization Peppercorn Lodging White’s Lumber AFLAC-NY Penski, Inc. Fairfield Inn & Suites Dunkin Donuts Northern Federal Credit Union United Healthcare All-Metro Healthcare Tupperware Northern Lights Chiropractic Woodmen of the World
WPBS-TV Kinney Drugs Silpada Designs Northern Area Health Education Center, Inc. Northern Lights Chiropractic Manpower WWNY 7 News/Fox 28 Jefferson Community College Lewis County General Hospital Jefferson Rehabilitation Center Lewis County Public Health Samaritan Medical Center National Tractor Trailer School AAFES Fort Drum Youth Services Watertown Daily Times IBEW Local 910
More employers are signing up every day! If you have never been to a job fair or would like a refresher on how to prepare for one, you may want to attend our Job Fair Workshop. See page 2 for details.
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Special Edition 2012
Job Fair Workshop A job fair can be a great way to speak with potential employers, however, it is much more than a chance meeting with hiring manager. Learn about what to expect at a job fair and how to prepare yourself to make the best possible impression with the employers. This workshop will be held March 29th at 2:00 pm. To reserve a seat, call 782-9252.
During a Job Fair: Be well organized and have your résumé readily available. Go alone, or if you go with others, walk the Job Fair by yourself. Dress, speak and act professionally. Be assertive, offer a firm handshake, make direct eye contact and use your one-minute commercial as an introduction. Demonstrate confidence, interest and enthusiasm. Remember to smile. Indicate the knowledge you gained about the company through your research. Ask relevant questions and answer questions clearly and concisely. Collect company information, request a business card and ask about follow-up procedures. Repeat your interest in the company, leave a résumé and thank each person for their time. Make notes of information you’ve gained, especially any follow-up action that was discussed.
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After a Job Fair Send a thank-you letter, using the contact information you obtained, within one week. Follow up. If you do not hear from an employer, make another contact.