IMPORTANT GUIDELINES

Monitor Your Communication Options

• If you completed the preselection form, school districts will be
       contacting you directly for an interview time.
• Make sure to monitor your e-mail and phone messages.
• Tell your roommates you might receive an important call and they
       need to take careful notes.

PREPARING FOR THE EXPO

• Plan for the School Districts in Attendance.
• Read through the list of schools attending the event because this
       list will continue to be updated.
• Create and prioritize a list of school districts of interest to visit the
       day of the event.
• Research those school districts and be ready to articulate why
       you're interested in them.
• All alumni are invited to the event and have the opportunity to
       schedule interviews that day.

• Know yourself, i.e. education, experiences, personal traits,
       activities, career goals.
• Know what kind of job you want and what you value in your work.
• Develop an interesting verbal summary of your background,
       achievements, and career interests and practice prior to the event.

What to Bring to the Education Expo

• A portfolio, note pad, pen, and many copies of your updated
       resume.
• Valid photo identification.
• Money for lunch and parking.
• Make sure to print out the directions to the Convention Center and
       leave extra time for parking.

Remember to

• Wear conservative, professionally-tailored, well-pressed clothing
       (preferably a suit) since first impression is critical.
• Arrive at your designated time.
• Have several well thought out questions for each school district.
• Prepare for the unexpected such as parking problems and
       waiting in lines.

 

DURING THE EDUCATION EXPO

• Register at the University at Albany table.
• Greet the recruiter with a firm handshake and make sure you get
       their name and title.
• Be ready to present a summary of your interests and
       qualifications.
• Try to have one or two questions in mind for each employer.
• Ask what happens next and what, if anything, you should do to
       advance your candidacy.
• Drop off your selection/evaluation sheet to University at Albany
       table before you leave.

AFTER THE EDUCATION EXPO

• Write thank you letters immediately following the event to each
       recruiter that you made contact with.
• Complete the application process with the schools of your
       interest.
• Learn from the process by talking to others about your experience.
• Continue your job search as this is just one of many
       opportunities.

If you have additional questions, contact:
Jennifer Hogan, jhogan@uamail.albany.edu or 442-4828