How to talk to recruiters at a career fair

To talk to recruiters at a career fair, you need to research the companies that are attending, dress correctly, and approach recruiters confidently. Here are some details on these tips and others to help you talk to recruiters at a career fair:

• Research the companies that are attending

It is a good idea to do some research on the companies that will be at the career fair beforehand. This enables you to hone in on the companies you want to speak to and learn about them so you can talk intelligently with each recruiter you interact with at the event.

• Dress correctly

The specifics of what to wear depend on:

• The type of career fair you are attending

• The companies that will be there

• The industries the companies are in

• Approach recruiters confidently

When you approach a recruiter, you should do it confidently - smile, make eye contact, and give them a firm handshake.

• Ask questions

There are many different questions to ask recruiters. Here are some sample questions to get you started:

• Can you describe your company's culture?

• What are the main duties of the role you are hiring for?

• What are the most important things that your company values in a job candidate?

• What are career paths within your organization?

• Talk about your experience and skills

You also need to be ready to talk about your experience and skills, and how they might be a good fit for a specific company or role. The recruiters are likely to tell you about any existing job openings that align with your qualities when you do this.

• Obtain contact information

If you feel like the conversion has gone well, then you should exchange contact information with the recruiter. Soon after the event, you should reach out to keep the connection and interest going.