Career Fairs

A career fair is a great place to gather information about potential employers and to make contacts that can lead to job opportunities. There are several excellent job fairs in our region open to JSC students. Prior to attending a job fair, be sure to visit the Advising & Career Center for resume and cover letter support and interviewing advice.

Fall Career Fair

Date: Thursday, October 15, 2009

Time: 11 a.m. - 6 a.m.

Admission: $5

Place: Sheraton Hotel & Conference Center, Burlington, VT

College Students and Others - Why Attend the Job Expo?

  • Our resource booth will give you an overview of the companies and how to use the expo to your advantage
  • See what types of jobs await you after graduation
  • Visit with top area companies in a friendly setting
  • Gain experience interviewing
  • Meet and get your resume to the right person
  • Learn more about companies in your area
  • Find out what employers are looking for in an employee
  • Find the right job - with the right benefits and compensation!
  • Get your name out there!
  • Attend FREE seminars designed to help you land a great job, start a new career or think "outside the box" in your job search.

FREE seminars include

  • HOW TO NAVIGATE A JOB EXPO and effectively meet potential employers
  • INTERVIEWING AND NETWORKING your way into the job you want!
  • STARTING YOUR OWN BUSINESS everything you want and need to know!
  • Vermont Department of Labor - several sessions on job search techniques
  • Come armed with resumes and stay for the day!

Employers are seeking to fill a variety of positions from all sectors - varying from entry level to high tech. YOUR job is out there! Meet your future employer.

Contact: Pat Nowak 802-879-1553 for information visit www.vtjobexpo.com.

 

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