No directories! We're going green - after 50,000 directories over the last 5 years, we're doing our part. Do yours and go ONLINE to see employers in advance of the fair.
What you will get at the BJC is a list of employer names and booth numbers with a BJC floor map.
Getting to the BJC: The Blue Loop gets very crowded! You can also take the Red Link, Green Link, White Loop, or the P, or walk (and check your sneakers at coat check).
Student Registration: Required of all students, alumni and visitors. Located at gates A or B. You will receive a nametag with your name and major. Bring your student ID to expedite the process.
Free Stuff: Recruiters will give you pens, giveaways, post-its, pamphlets, and more. You will get a bag at student registration or bring your own.
Coat/Bag Check: Feel free to check your umbrellas, bags, coats, and other items. Located next to student registration - no cost!
Need help? Ask anyone in an orange shirt.
LOTS OF STUDENTS! Be prepared - the event draws thousands of students and will be very crowded. Remain calm, and focus on your top five employers that you want to visit.
Lines! Popular employers draw lots of students and there will be lines. Patiently wait your turn or visit your next employer of choice and return later.
Employers are purposely not arranged by industry or alphabetically. Per request
from employers, booths are arranged so that competing companies
are
not near each other.
Need a break? Visit the student lounge on the mezzanine level (second floor) for water and copier. Can't find this? Ask an orange-shirt volunteer.
Ask for a business
card or contact info. You will need this info to send your follow-up thank you message.
"Apply online" - Many recruiters will also require you to upload your resume to their web site as part of their standard application process. This is not a brush-off! Recruiters want to meet you face-to-face.
Bring your resume on a jump drive - some organizations will let you upload your resume at the fair.
Wireless Connection: If you need to quickly look-up information on the Fall Career Days website, you will have wireless access at the BJC.
Interviews: Many employers will ask you to interview the next day - you should get an appointment card indicating your interview date, time, and place. If not, ASK. Note: some employers may be interviewing later this semester.
Info Sessions: Some employers may ask you to attend an info session to learn more about their organization.
Last Minute Cancellations: Some employers will cancel at the last minute. Check with staff at student registration (gates A or B) for the cancellation list.
