How to navigate the Virtual Career Fair and Case Competition as Jobseekers
Guide for participants
Networking with employers and industry leaders can be daunting in an unfamiliar environment. That's why we organized this virtual event to help connect job seekers like you with top employers and professionals, to help you build meaningful career connections throughout the day no matter where you are.
How to enter the event
Platform use: Airmeet Friday, September 27, at 09:50 AM EST.
Click on the registration link provided by mail. Your link is your access pass to the event
Clicking on your unique link will take you to our Career Fair's window. Click "Enter Airmeet" and log in.
While the platform may be open earlier, the event won't start until 10 AM EST.
Agenda
10:00 am – 11:00 am EST – Welcome and Keynote Panel
11:00 am – 1:00 pm EST – Virtual Insights Case Competition Talent Showcase 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm EST – 1:1 Interviews in Virtual Booths with Employers
1:1 Interview with employers
After the panel ends, the main stage will be closed and attendees will move to the social tables lounge, where employer tables / booths will be open for 1-1 interviews and networking at 1 pm EST. You can enter any booth that is empty for your 1-1 networking session.
Please note: you might need to zoom out (press Control and -) in the Booth section if you are not able to see the full list of employers.
Our Virtual Lounge will be available for both participants and employers. In case you have any career fair ihelp or resource please enter the “Help Desk” lounge.
After adjusting the zoom on your screen, you should be able to see all the tables on the participant employers
Each virtual booth has an employer logo You can see the seat at an employer table populated with a candidate or more, or empty. Find an open window and enter the virtual table / booth that allows you a 1-1 virtual meeting with the employer
Make sure you are seated in a focused quiet area where you are comfortable meeting with an employer
Remember to carry your digital CV link and drop it in the chat when you meet with every employer. You can also add this digital link to your profile in the Airmeet platform in your profile settings. The complete list of employers and their websites can be found below and on the event page. Remember to research the employer organizations before the event
Keep some ready elevator pitch introductions about yourself Have some questions you would like to ask each participating organization in their booth
Tips for the 1:1 interviews
Employers welcome walk-ins for intervals of 15 minutes.
Prioritize meeting with employers you are looking to network with and whose organizations you would like to learn more about. Make sure to stay within your time limit and try to visit as many employers as you can
Network purposefully and bring your best self to make a lasting impression
Offer help, advice, skills, and assistance where you spot an opportunity, and your contact details / call to action with each employer you meet Lead with your strong suit, as they say! Manage your time effectively as not all employers will be available at all times.
Find a window and make your way into an employer's booth and introduce yourself and your interest in their organization.
Airmeet's Tech Support Lounge can also offer you any assistance to navigating the platform on the day should you encounter any technical issues.
We are confident and hopeful that this job fair will be a valuable experience for you, and we can't wait to see yout there. If you have any questions or concerns about the event at any time please don't hesitate to email us at arundati@generation1.ca.
Thank you again for registering, and wishing you the best for a successful career day today!
Thank you!
