Florida Atlantic Career Guide - Magazine - Page 23
PRACTICE YOUR PITCH
CRAFTING YOUR INTRO.
State your name and
current role.
What are you strengths
and successes?
Who is your target
audience?
Create a call to action.
Networking Tip
Follow-up with a call, thank
you e-mail or add the person
you met on LinkedIn.
Hi my name is __________
I’ll be graduating in (month and year) with a
major in __________
My background includes (relevant course
work, projects, or employment history)
Something I’m very proud of is
(accomplishment from resume)
My strengths are __________
My future plans include __________
I researched your company and saw the open
position as __________ and I’d like to find out
more!
DURING A CAREER FAIR
1. Arrive early, bring multiple copies of your
resume.
2. Establish eye contact, smile and present a
firm handshake while introducing yourself.
3. Display confidence, enthusiasm, and
highlight 2- 3 selling points that make you
qualified, such as your major and experience.
4. Thank the employers for their time and ask
for a business card for future contact.
5. Schedule an appointment for a practice
interview to start preparing for the next step
in your interview process.
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