Career Services

The Oregon State University Career Fairs are held every Fall, Winter and Spring term and are designed to support students in their career development and pursuit of career aspirations. The career fairs provide students with a unique opportunity to talk to recruiters from corporations and organizations from around the world who have experience in relevant fields of study. Career Fair enables students to explore career opportunities, obtain employer information, and locate summer jobs, internships, and full-time positions. Employers have the opportunity to connect with promising candidates for job and internship openings as well as network with university personnel and other related employers.

Map of Booth Layout at Alumni Center

Click here for information on how to stand out to employers and make the most of your time at the career fair.

Location and Parking

CH2M Hill Alumni Center
725 SW 26th Street
Corvallis Oregon 97331

OSU Campus parking is in the parking structure next the Alumni Center.

Career Fair Hours - University Wide Fair

10:30am	Career Fair opens to students.
4pm	Career Fair concludes.

Career Fair Hours - Engineering Fair

11:00am	Career Fair opens to students.
4pm	Career Fair concludes.

How to Prepare for the Career Fair

Using your time efficiently and wisely at any career fair is the key to success. To make the most of Career Fair, you must be prepared and organized. Otherwise, you may lose the opportunity to make a positive first impression or find out critical information. Consider your time at the Career Fair to be an interview time, and come prepared for it.

Making the most of the fair can be divided into 3 areas: Preparation, At the Fair, and Follow-up. The following are tips and suggestions to make your time at the fair more productive.

Preparation

Clarify your goals and know why the Career Fair can benefit you. (Are you looking for information to explore organizations and positions? Are you looking for a full-time job or internship?) Try preparing a list of questions and a list of employers with whom you would like to visit.
Prepare a resume to give to employers.
Prepare a one-minute introduction to share with employers to demonstrate your knowledge of the organization and to express your interest in them. Think about how your education or experience relates to the organization's needs.
Think of questions you would like to ask the employer. For example: What skills and abilities are most valued in your company? What is the work environment like? Do you hire summer interns? What advice do you have for me as someone interested in this career field?

At the Fair

Dress and look professional.
Maintain good eye contact, shake hands firmly and speak clearly and concisely.
Show enthusiasm and interest by asking pertinent questions.
Present an organized and targeted resume.
Greet employers on your own, not with friends.
Don't hesitate to approach a representative or join a group already in progress.
Feel free to take notes.

Follow-up

Ask for the employer's business card and inquire as to how you should best follow-up with her/him.
Ask for the name and number of the contact person within the organization.
If you have received any special information or attention, send a thank you note!!!
Take the initiative for effective, timely and appropriate follow-up.

Most importantly, have fun. Greet everyone with a smile and a firm handshake, and meet as many people as possible. Plan your time beforehand! If you have any questions, please visit the Career Services table in the foyer at the career fair.

Future Fairs

Winter 2009	Spring 2009
February 18 Career Fair 10:30am - 4pm February 19 Engineering Fair 11am - 4pm	April 29 Career Fair 10:30am - 4pm

Career Fair Links

Click this link to view a list of Current Career Fair Company Participants or you can log in to your Beaver JobNet account. In your Quick Links on your home page, select the link for the Career Fair Participants. You can search by the day of the fair, or view all companies. You also can use the Advanced Search, and view information about the Career Fairs. There is a short video tutorial that will show you how to fully use this resource.
Career Fair History
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