Preparing To Visit gradmalaysia Graduate Careers Fair in partnership with SEC 2012

The gradmalaysia Graduate Careers Fair in partnership with SEC is a great place for you to learn about the employers that interest you and make a good impression in a non-formal environment.

Here are a few essential tips to help you make the most of your visit to gradmalaysia Graduate Careers Fair in partnership with SEC.

Before The Fair

Refer to the list of exhibitors. Visit their websites and find out what industries they are in and the types of employment opportunities they offer. This will help you determine which employers you should be focusing your attention on. Figure out what you are looking for in a job and what relevant skills that you have to offer to recruiters.

Prepare Your Pitch

First impressions count! Put together a short one-minute introduction about yourself that showcases your abilities, career goals and what you can offer to the various companies you intend to approach. Take the time to practise your delivery so that you can do it with confidence and conviction.

Your Resume

If you have not done so, start writing and updating your résumé. Bring several copies along with the necessary supporting documents. If you plan to apply for jobs in companies from different industries, make sure to customise them to suit each employer.

Visit gradmalaysia.com for résumé writing tips.

Questions To Ask

Prepare a list of questions to ask the employers. Some of the questions you can ask are:

• Can you tell me what a typical day for someone in this position is like?
• What should the person who accepts this job focus on as his or her priority?
• What would be the daily objectives for someone in this position?
• How will my performance and responsibilities be measured?
• What are the values of the company?

Four essential things to bring to gradmalaysia Graduate Careers Fair in partnership with SEC

• A briefcase or folder containing copies of your updated résumé and personal documents.
• A sturdy bag to hold all the flyers and brochures you’ll collect as you visit the various booths.
• A note book to take down useful information at the talks or points when talking to employers.
• A pen (it’s a good idea to bring a few different colours).
• Although it is not necessary to dress like you are going for a job interview, it would certainly be a good idea to maintain a clean and tidy appearance and wear comfortable shoes as you will be walking from booth to booth.

See you at the fair!