Preparing for the next step at Queen's Career Fair
September 25, 2015
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Transitions are a regular part of university life and for those looking to get an early start on their time after Queen ý ’s – either finding a job or further education – the Queen ý ’s Career Fair offers the chance to gain information and make some vital connections.
This year ý ’s event, being hosted Tuesday at the ARC Gym, is the biggest ever at Queen ý ’s, attracting over 100 recruiter booths, including employers from a variety of sectors and a wide range of schools.
New this year, the Queen ý ’s Career Fair is partnering with the ý International Centre (QUIC) to help students interested in working or studying outside of Canada.
“This event gives students a chance to speak with employers, educational programs, and advisors, all in one location,” says Ann Tierney, Vice-Provost and Dean of Student Affairs. “Queen ý ’s students have multiple options to consider and the career fair allows them to see what is available after graduation.”
This year ý ’s Queen ý ’s Career Fair includes:
Student Prep Area – get ideas about questions to ask and a map of exhibitors as well as a new headshot to make you LinkedIn profile a bit more professional looking.
Employer Showcase – featuring close to 30 organizations from a variety of sectors, including all three levels of government, interested in hiring Queen ý ’s students
Education Expo – with more than 70 further education programs including law, education, rehabilitation and medicine
Skills Development Zone –providing opportunities for students to increase their career skills including: resume review clinic; drop-in career advising booth; QUIP (learn about internships) and more.
International Opportunities – meet with representatives from a variety of sectors and countries
The Queen ý ’s Career Fair is being held at the ARC on Tuesday, Sept. 29 from 10:30 am-3 pm.
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