Questions To Ask At The Career Conference
The questions you ask at the Career Conference depend upon your goals. Are you interested in finding out about a particular career field? Then ask generalized questions about working within the industry. If you're seeking career or Co-op opportunities with a specific employer, focus your questions on the application and interview process, and ask for specific information about that employer. Below are sample questions:
- What types of career opportunities does your organization offer?
- What typical majors does your organization hire? What kind of positions do you offer in my major?
- What are the job responsibilities for that type of position?
- What are the most important qualities or characteristics you look for in hiring?
- What are the most important skills necessary to do the job?
- What do you look for in an interview?
- What recommendations would you make to someone interested in that field?
- Are you aware of related occupations that I would be qualified for with a background/major in my field?
- How did you get into the organization/career field? What is your background? How does it relate to the position?
- What do people in this position like about their job?
- Could I set up a time to visit your workplace to talk more about what you do?
- Do you know someone in your organization who does _____? Would it be possible for me to set up an informational interview with that person?
- Do you have co-op, co-op/internship or summer job opportunities for my major?
- How can I pursue my interest in working for you?
- Do you know other contacts who might be helpful to me?
- Can I contact you if I need more information?