WVU CAREER AND INTERNSHIP FAIR
Wednesday, September 29, 2021
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Mountainlair Ballrooms
Expand Your Network
Connect with nationwide employers from diverse industries, non-profits, government, and military branches seeking interns and full-time employees.
Dress to impress
First impressions count—you need to look polished and professional at career fairs,
networking events, and interviews.
Prepare your resume
You want your resume up-to-date and spotless to make a great first impression.
CONNECT BEFORE THE CAREER FAIR
View Participating EmployersTop Five Ways to Prepare:
- Create an accurate and concise resume.
- Identify the target employers that you want to visit.
- Research employers on Handshake and their company websites.
- Create a list of questions to ask employers.
- Decide what business professional outfit you will wear at least a week in advance and make sure it is clean and pressed.
Why Are You Here?
- Ace the Lunch Interview
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Build a Resume
- Choose a Major
- Complete FOCUS2
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Craft an Elevator Pitch
- Create a Credential Packet
- Develop a Job Search Strategy
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Dress to Impress
- Evaluate Job Offers
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Explore Career Options
- Graduate School Advising
- How to Work a Career Fair
- Make the Most Out of Your Network
- Meet with a Career Development Specialist
- Prepare for an Interview
- Register for Career Exploration Courses
- Request a Professional Development Presentation
- Resume, Cover Letter and Personal Statement Review
- Write a Cover Letter/Thank You
- Write a Personal Statement
- Schedule a Practice Interview
- Upcoming Career Fairs and Events
- Meet the Staff
- Complete List of Our Services