Description:

 Just In Time Fair – Engineering Focused 2025

Date: Friday, May 9, 2025
Time: 11:00am - 2:00pm, CST
Location: Virtual, utilizing Handshake 

Registration Link:

https://app.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/1a8ad91f-0a63-416c-a3ca-85d849da7291/student_preview

Get Ready for the Just in Time Career Fair!
Are you ready to explore exciting opportunities, connect with industry leaders, and shape the future of your career journey? This fair is the perfect opportunity to do so! Join us virtually on Friday, May 9, to network with top employers who are eager to recruit talent like you.

What to Expect

1:1 Sessions: Connect directly with employers and ask questions to learn about specific roles.
Group Sessions: Participate in enlightening sessions and expert panels to explore available opportunities and understand company culture.
Networking Opportunities: Form relationships that may result in internships, job offers, or mentorship.
Tips for Success

Register for Sessions on Handshake: After completing your registration for the overall fair, be sure to sign up for 1:1 sessions and/or group sessions with recruiters to maximize your opportunities to connect.
Dress Professionally (Even Virtually): First impressions matter, so opt for a business-casual look during your video interactions.
Prepare Your Resume: Upload a polished version of your resume to Handshake to share with employers. Need help? Your Career Center offers resources to perfect your resume—don’t hesitate to visit the office or check out their resources on Handshake..
Craft Your Elevator Pitch: Have a 30-second introduction ready to share your story and career aspirations.
Follow Up: After the event, reach out to the recruiters you meet to express your continued interest.
Don’t let this opportunity pass you by! Save the date, prepare your materials, and take a step toward a bright professional future. See you online at the Just In Time Career Fair!

How should I prepare? 

While in Handshake make sure to update your profile, upload your updated resume, complete your Career Interests and update your privacy settings.
Start researching companies and identify your top picks. You should know what kinds of opportunities they offer; research news related to them, review their website and prepare questions for the company.
Get your pitch ready! The pitch is about aligning your value and skills with a specific position and/or the companies goals or mission. Be prepared to talk about past experiences and how they would relate to the duties you'd perform in the job.
What should I wear? Even though this is a virtual event, it is appropriate to be dressed “up” for the event. A suit and tie are definitely too much, but a polo shirt, sweater, blouse, etc. would be appropriate.
Still have more questions? Please see below!

Point of Contact at Northwestern:

Northwestern University / Allison Berger / a-berger@northwestern.edu

Troubleshooting Article

Engineering Career Development | ecd@northwestern.edu | 847.491.3366