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TIPS TO GET THE MOST OUT OF AVIATION CAREER EXPO / CAREER FAIR
Bring many copies of your resume to submit to employers. Spell-checked, professional looking.
Come prepared--do your homework. Before ACE, you can review the companies attending and their job opportunities by visiting their respective company web sites. If you spend a little time getting some background on a company, then you can ask very focused and specific questions. This impresses representatives because it shows a genuine interest in them.
Dress appropriately. First impressions are important. Dress in "business casual.” Save the suit for the interview!
Allow yourself adequate time. Come as early as possible. Typically, fairs are less crowded in early hours and are busiest at the end.
Get your bearings. When you arrive, take a few minutes to review the map and directory for the fair. You may feel more comfortable if you quickly locate and walk by the employers in whom you're most interested. This will confirm their location and alert you to any crowds or lines of other attendees waiting.
Prioritize the employers you're most interested in. You may find it easiest to start with the employers in which you're the least interested. This will allow you to hone your approach and to be most confident when you approach the employers you're especially excited about. Assume that you will need to wait to speak with some employers.
Introduce yourself. Extend your hand, say "hello" and state your name. Welcome the representative to ACE and thank them for coming. Have your resume ready to give to the employer.
Take notes when you inquire about next steps and the possibility of talking with additional Recruiters/Chief Pilot/Managers, etc. The representative at the fair may not be able to answer all of your questions or know specifics about your job interests. Write down the names, telephone numbers, etc. of other staff in the company whom you can contact later.
Ask the representative for his/her card. Having the business card of the representative you have just spoken with allows you to have a direct contact with the organization, including the proper spelling of the representative's name, direct telephone line, etc.
Respect employers' materials/sample items. Some employers bring large quantities of print materials or "give aways" to take. Other employers bring a few copies of print materials, sample products, etc. as displays at their tables. Always check with employers before taking materials from their tables and don't take materials still packed in boxes.
Be courteous! In addition to representing yourself, you also represent Jetcareers! Demonstrate sensitivity to other attendees waiting to speak with employers by keeping your questions brief and offering to continue your conversation at a later time. Enjoy the fair and your interaction with the employers. Let your positive attitude show!
Bring many copies of your resume to submit to employers. Spell-checked, professional looking.
Come prepared--do your homework. Before ACE, you can review the companies attending and their job opportunities by visiting their respective company web sites. If you spend a little time getting some background on a company, then you can ask very focused and specific questions. This impresses representatives because it shows a genuine interest in them.
Dress appropriately. First impressions are important. Dress in "business casual.” Save the suit for the interview!
Allow yourself adequate time. Come as early as possible. Typically, fairs are less crowded in early hours and are busiest at the end.
Get your bearings. When you arrive, take a few minutes to review the map and directory for the fair. You may feel more comfortable if you quickly locate and walk by the employers in whom you're most interested. This will confirm their location and alert you to any crowds or lines of other attendees waiting.
Prioritize the employers you're most interested in. You may find it easiest to start with the employers in which you're the least interested. This will allow you to hone your approach and to be most confident when you approach the employers you're especially excited about. Assume that you will need to wait to speak with some employers.
Introduce yourself. Extend your hand, say "hello" and state your name. Welcome the representative to ACE and thank them for coming. Have your resume ready to give to the employer.
Take notes when you inquire about next steps and the possibility of talking with additional Recruiters/Chief Pilot/Managers, etc. The representative at the fair may not be able to answer all of your questions or know specifics about your job interests. Write down the names, telephone numbers, etc. of other staff in the company whom you can contact later.
Ask the representative for his/her card. Having the business card of the representative you have just spoken with allows you to have a direct contact with the organization, including the proper spelling of the representative's name, direct telephone line, etc.
Respect employers' materials/sample items. Some employers bring large quantities of print materials or "give aways" to take. Other employers bring a few copies of print materials, sample products, etc. as displays at their tables. Always check with employers before taking materials from their tables and don't take materials still packed in boxes.
Be courteous! In addition to representing yourself, you also represent Jetcareers! Demonstrate sensitivity to other attendees waiting to speak with employers by keeping your questions brief and offering to continue your conversation at a later time. Enjoy the fair and your interaction with the employers. Let your positive attitude show!
