(Marietta, Ga. – Feb. 19, 2015) More than 60 companies, organizations and universities will be at the Marietta Campus of Chattahoochee Technical College March 27, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to recruit students, alumni and community members. A wide range of companies will be represented seeking students and graduates in all programs for positions including entry-level, experienced, trainees, seasonal and full-time positions. With the theme of Steer Your Future, the event is being held in partnership with Georgia Department of Labor and Goodwill of North Georgia – Smyrna Career Center.
Participants in the Career and College Expo can should sign in at the atrium between buildings B and C and visit tables set up along the hallways of the adjacent buildings. Lists of participating companies and staff will be available to point people in the right direction. Additionally, there will be workshops for job seekers that include topics on what employers want and professional/social etiquette. Participants will also have the opportunity to have a free professional headshot taken for LinkedIn and other social media sites for career searches.
Chattahoochee Technical College Career Services Coordinator Annette Davis suggests participants research the companies prior to attending and become knowledgeable about the products and/or services the various companies offer.
“In addition, participants should target the companies that have positions in the field(s) they are interested in first, then visit some of the other companies,” said Davis. “Prepare a one minute commercial that summarizes your skills, qualifications, experience and goals. Practice this until you feel comfortable using this as your opening. Anticipate the employers asking interview questions and practice your responses. Remember that you want to leave a lasting first impression with the employers.”
Davis stresses the importance of preparation for events like the Chattahoochee Technical College Career and College Expo. Participants and encouraged to come with copies of their resume and dressed professionally for an interview. Resume and interview tips are available online at chattahoocheetech.edu/career-services/. Current students and graduates may also have their resumes critiqued and practice interviewing skills prior to the event by making an appointment with Career Services.
Impressions are important, according to Davis. Dressing professionally, having a great resume and practicing answers are the first step. Firm handshakes, making eye contact and showing interest in the organization are also necessary.
For more information on Chattahoochee Technical College and its programs visit www.ChattahoocheeTech.edu or call 770-528-4545.