Open to the public
Wednesday, May 8
10 a.m – 1 p.m.
Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota • 553 Fairview Ave. N St. Paul, MN 55104
- Print your resume
- Learn to pitch your skills to employers
- Practice interviewing
- Meet employers who are hiring
Questions?
Contact: Kyle Van Acker
651-379-5957
Employers Hiring
What to expect at the Power of Work Career Fair
Knowledgeable Career Specialists who will help you:
- Identify employers that fit your skills and experience
- Learn to pitch your skills
- Connect you with on-site resources
On-site interview prep room, staffed by Career Specialists who will help you:
- Answer difficult interview questions
- Address criminal background issues
- Answer why you left your last job/ gaps in employment
On-site computer lab
- Print additional copies of your resume
- Complete online applications at the career fair
Quiet room
- An area to rest and refocus between interviews
How to succeed
What To Do
- Prepare a 30 second introduction of yourself.
- Explain your past work history and skills/certifications
- Explain the type of work or job you are looking for
- Practice common interview questions
- Create a list of questions to ask potential employers
- “Where is the position located”
- “What shifts are you hiring for?”
- “What are you looking for in an ideal candidate?”
- Thank company/recruiter and obtain a business card to follow up
What To Bring
- Dress professionally
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Come prepared with the following materials
- Folder or portfolio
- Pen and notepage
- 5-10 copies of your resume
- Flash drive with your resume (optional)
- A smile and a positive attitude
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