UGA Engineering Career Fair
Overview
The UGA Engineering Career Fair is an annual event that brings together engineering students and employers from a variety of industries. The fair is a great opportunity for students to learn about potential career paths, network with potential employers, and practice their interviewing skills.
This year’s career fair will be held on Wednesday, September 14, 2023, from 11:00am to 3:00pm in the Tate Student Center.
Participating Employers
Over 100 employers from a variety of industries will be participating in this year’s career fair. Some of the participating employers include:
- Amazon
- BoeingCaterpillar
- Delta Air Lines
- General Electric
- Honeywell
- Lockheed Martin
- Microsoft
- Northrop Grumman
- Raytheon
- SpaceX
- United Technologies
Preparing for the Career Fair
There are a few things you can do to prepare for the career fair and make the most of your experience.
- Do your research. Before the career fair, take some time to research the companies that will be participating. This will help you identify the companies that you are most interested in and the positions that you are qualified for.
- Prepare your resume and cover letter. Make sure your resume and cover letter are up-to-date and tailored to the positions you are applying for.
- Practice your interviewing skills. The career fair is a great opportunity to practice your interviewing skills. Take some time to prepare for common interview questions and practice answering them out loud.
- Dress professionally. First impressions matter, so make sure you dress professionally for the career fair. This means wearing a suit or business casual attire.
- Be prepared to network. The career fair is a great opportunity to network with potential employers. Make sure to introduce yourself to the recruiters and ask questions about their companies and the positions they are hiring for.
Attending the Career Fair
On the day of the career fair, arrive early and be prepared to spend several hours networking with employers. Here are a few tips for attending the career fair:
- Bring multiple copies of your resume and cover letter. You will need to give copies of your resume and cover letter to the recruiters you meet.
- Be prepared to answer common interview questions. The recruiters you meet will likely ask you some common interview questions. Be prepared to answer these questions confidently and concisely.
- Network with employers. The career fair is a great opportunity to network with potential employers. Make sure to introduce yourself to the recruiters and ask questions about their companies and the positions they are hiring for.
- Follow up after the career fair. After the career fair, follow up with the recruiters you met. Thank them for their time and express your interest in the positions you applied for.
Conclusion
The UGA Engineering Career Fair is a great opportunity for engineering students to learn about potential career paths, network with potential employers, and practice their interviewing skills. By following the tips in this article, you can make the most of your experience and increase your chances of landing a job.
