The Career Services Office (CSO) at the Holy Spirit University of Kaslik (USEK) is organizing the annual Job Fair on Thursday, May 9, 2019, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at the USEK Kaslik Campus.

The Job Fair is a window opportunity – an employment strategy – for employers and job seekers to come together to establish professional relationships, discuss potential job and/or internship opportunities.

Participating Companies

  • Participants
  • Sponsor

How to prepare

CV Template

CV specimen attached here

Advisory Appointments

Walk-ins and appointments every day from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Book your appointment on careers@usek.edu.lb | 09 600 580, or visit the CSO.

Before, during and after the Job Fair

BEFORE THE JOB FAIR
- Perfect your CV, print multiple copies;
- Ask the CSO about the participating companies;
- Select the companies you wish to approach;
- Develop a 30-second introduction / pitch;
- Prepare the questions you want to ask;
- Consider what to wear: First impression counts – wear what you believe will make you look presentable – smart but not casual attire, no need to wear a suit/tie. They know you are a student.

YOU SHOULD HAVE:
- A briefcase or a handbag;
- A pen and a notebook;
- Couple of copies of your CV.

DO’s AND DON’Ts
DO’s:
- Talk to employers;
- Arrive early;
- Introduce yourself: tell them your name, major and year of study;
- Take notes; ask pertinent questions;
- Make sure your mobile phone is on silent mode;
- Ask for HR representative business card;
- Ask about the best method for follow-up;
- Thank them for their time.

DON’Ts:
- Come across as arrogant – for example by asking “Why should I join your company? What have you got to offer me?
- Grab a freebie and leave.

After the Job Fair

  • Get organized: sort out the collected business cards/notes;
  • Follow up with companies: send out thank you notes within 48 hours;
  • Establish instant connection on LinkedIn.
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