INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS AND ALUMNI
Students and Alumni Registration
Current Participating Employers
Previous Participating Employers (Fall 2011)
Networking Lunch
Limited seating. Express your interest in the online student registration form. Come prepared with résumé and a list of questions for the recruiters at your table. Examples of questions you may want to ask during the Networking Lunch: (click for more...)
- What is the primary function of your department/ organization?
- How would you describe the culture of your organization (relationships among colleagues, value systems, philosophies, etc.)?
- Could you describe a typical workweek or day on the job?
- What interested you in this field?
- What is the most rewarding aspect of your job?
- How many hours a week do you work? Is there any travel involved?
- How did you acquire your position? What job search methods did you use?
- How long did it take you to find a position? How many positions did you apply for? How many interviews did you have?
- What other positions have you held or considered? What are related positions or fields?
- What other types of positions are available in your organization (besides yours)?
- What is the typical dress code for your department/ organization?
- What kind of benefits packages does your organization offer?
- What kinds of opportunities for advancement do you have?
- What does a typical career path/ career ladder look like at your organization?
- What is the salary range for entry-level positions?
- What traits do hiring managers look for in candidates?
- What qualifications are needed for XYZ position?
- What degrees are most preferred by your organization? Is a graduate degree necessary?
- Is any special training required?
- If your organization (or a specific position) does not accept entry level candidates, what is the best career path for me to get hired eventually by your organization or for XYZ position?
- Where does your organization advertise open positions?
- Do you offer summer, part-time or internship positions? How can I apply?
- What does the typical application process for full time positions involve?
- How competitive are positions in this field?
- How soon should I start my job search?
- What is the single most important piece of advice you would give college students?
Who can participate?
- Science and technology students: Sophmore, Juniors and Seniors and CST Alumni.
What can I do at this event?
- Give your résumé (and an excellent first impression) to employers in your field
- Talk to recent alumni who work in a company or organization you would like to join
- Learn how to boost your job potential
- Learn about career paths in particular companies
How do I make the most of the CST Job Fair?
- Have your résumé reviewed by a Career Coach (Temple University Career Center, 200 Mitten Hall)
- Research participating employers and prepare a folder with one page for each company you will be visiting at the Science & Technology Job Fair. Include 10-12 clean copies of your résumé and individual company sheets (include info about recent major developments, the type of jobs they are currently filling, and the department/ team/ project for which you would love to work). Come up with questions for the company representatives.
- Bad questions students ask at Job Fairs:
"What is your company doing?"
"What types of positions you are currently hiring for?"
"What positions can I apply for?"
"I am just a (...) major, I am willing to do any kind of work, and I have huge a student debt to pay, can you hire me?" - Good questions to ask:
What is the most rewarding aspect of your job?
What degrees are most preferred by your organization? Is a graduate degree necessary?
What do you look for in an ideal applicant?
What was your biggest surprise after beginning to work for this company?
Does your company offer comprehensive training so that new employees are placed in the team (or department) that will offer and gain the most from adding the new person?
How important is GPA? Does a good amount of lab research experience compensate with a less than stelar GPA?
Do you have any advice for a candidate who would like to hear the "inside story" of working with your company?
What characteristics do you think are ‘key’ to the success of your company/ organization?
Contact Us
Rose McGinnis 1810 Liacouras Walk Suite 203F
Ph: (610)-256-8392
careers.cst@temple.edu
