11-11-19 Emerald Media Career Fair Guide

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Help produce content for our Special Sections.

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FALL CAREER FAIR WEEK OF EVENTS ALL EVENTS OPEN TO ALL STUDENTS November 11–13 Drop-in Career Coaching Noon–3:00 p.m. | University Career Center

Tuesday, November 12 Caffeinated Chats 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. | Tykeson Hall Commons

Wednesday, November 13 Fall Networking Night 6:00–8:00 p.m. | EMU Ballroom

Thursday, November 14

HOW TO GET THE MOST OUT OF A CAREER FAIR BEFORE THE FAIR • Log in to Handshake at career.uoregon.edu/handshake • Browse through the attending employers list. Which organizations look interesting to you? Which do you want to research further?

• Set a goal. Perhaps your goal is to talk to one employer or leave with a better understanding of how the fair works. Your goal will help you stay focused and help you avoid getting overwhelmed.

• Meet with a career coach in the University Career Center. It’s always good to have a sense of the skills and experiences you are looking to gain. A 30-minute conversation and perhaps a resume review can provide a great deal of clarity.

Fall Career Fair Noon–4:00 p.m. | EMU Ballroom

Friday, November 15 Fall Fair Interviews By invitation only | EMU Ballroom

career.uoregon.edu/events

What’s a career fair?

A career fair is an opportunity for college students and employers to connect in one place at one time. At the UO, these fairs take place each term in the EMU Ballroom, bringing 85 to 100 companies from a wide range of industries to campus. These companies are looking for candidates to fill internships, career jobs, and sometimes part-time jobs and volunteer positions. They are eager to talk with students and share their opportunities.

While career fairs can be crowded and perhaps overwhelming, they are very beneficial for students at any point during their college process.

What are the benefits of a career fair?

• Gain information about multiple industries • Practice communication skills • Learn about internship and job openings • Secure interviews for opportunities • Network with new contacts • Get hired!

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AT THE FAIR • First, take a deep breath. The fair can seem overwhelming at first.

• Chat with University University Career Center staff. They are ready and excited to answer any questions you may have and give you a quick pep talk.

• Spend the first 10–15 minutes just walking through the fair. It is perfectly okay if you do your first round without talking to anyone.

Once you’re comfortable, start making connections.

• Take action to reach the goal you set earlier. Perhaps you chose to connect with just three recruiters. Be confident and remember these are just conversations. If the first conversation doesn’t go as you hoped, engage in another one.

• Get contact information from the employers you connect with.

AFTER THE FAIR • Send thank you emails to the employers you connected with. Even if you’re not looking for a job or internship opportunity right now, you are building relationships and creating a good impression.

• Meet with an coach at the University Career Center again. Debrief how the fair went and determine what your next steps should be. Perhaps you need to update your resume or rethink your career direction–we have the resources you need. To make an appointment with a career coach, call the University Career Center at 541-346-3235.

WHAT EMPLOYERS WANT Employers are telling us that they are looking for candidates who have developed competencies in soft skills, which are often developed outside of the classroom during internships, part-time jobs, and other work-related experiences.

These soft skills (transferable skills) are listed below and adapted from the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE).* • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving. You are able to absorb, interpret, and use knowledge and data while demonstrating originality and inventiveness.

• Oral and Written Communications. You are able to express ideas to others clearly and effectively. This includes public speaking skills and the ability to write and edit memos, letters, and complex technical reports.

• Teamwork and Collaboration. You are able to work within a team structure and manage conflict.

• Digital Technology. You demonstrate effective adaptability to new and emerging technologies.

• Leadership. You are able to organize, prioritize, and delegate work while using empathetic skills to guide and motivate.

• Professionalism and Work Ethic. You demonstrate integrity and ethical behavior, act responsibly with the interests of the larger community in mind, and learn from your mistakes.

• Career Management. You are able to navigate and explore job options, understand and take the necessary steps to pursue opportunities, and self-advocate in the workplace.

• Global and Intercultural Fluency. You demonstrate openness, inclusiveness, sensitivity, and the ability to interact respectfully with all people.

How do you develop these transferable skills?

Take part in as many experiences as possible including volunteering, part-time jobs, internships, and even substantial class projects. The key is to start early.

Dedicate a small amount of time each term to engage strategically in experiences of interest to you, reflecting on the skills you’ve gained, used, and enjoyed, and build on those throughout your time at the UO. In doing so, you will have a strong foundation of transferable skills that employers are looking for.

Acquiring these skills is as critical to students as it is to employers.

Most statistics show today’s college graduate will hold between five to seven careers in their lifetime. Transferable skills are key in facilitating those career changes.

*A recent NACE survey indicates employers are seeing college students who have strong skills in digital technology and teamwork. However, they are seeing real skill gaps in the other competencies.

Welcome to our 2019–20 University Career Center Employer Partners The University Career Center Partners are employers who take additional interest in UO students. Their partnership allows the University Career Center to provide many career-readiness training programs and services to students. Partners know that UO students have the skills and talents needed to build the future of their companies. Often, they have chosen the University of Oregon as one of their major recruiting universities.

Alsco—Leader of commercial textile services selecting students for their management training and internship programs City Year—Education-focused, nonprofit organization aimed at keeping students in school and on track to graduation Country Financial—Insurance company operating in 19 states and serving over 1 million households. Country Financial offers both corporate and agency careers Enterprise Rent-a-Car—A large transportation solutions provider operating in 85 countries with over 7,600 locations.

Fisher Investments—A leading investment management firm providing internship and management training opportunities for UO students Kroger, Fred Meyer—Hiring for their summer merchandising and buying internship Oregon Community Credit Union—Understands their employees are partners in their success and offer great opportunities for Ducks Pacific Source—Independent, not-for-profit, community health plan delivering healthcare solutions to businesses and individuals throughout the Northwest Peace Corps—US government volunteer program providing assistance to people internationally Sherwin Williams—Hiring for their management and sales training programs Teach for America—National corps committed to teaching in low-income schools United States Marine Corps—A branch of the U.S. Armed Forces offering opportunities in Officer Candidate School and their Aviation Program

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“Going to Atkinson (Willamette MBA) I had so many resources, so many opportunities, so many people that invested in me.” ~ Paimon Jaberi, MBA’18; current job: Business Intelligence Analyst, Seattle Seahawks

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