Rocket Career Center

Career fairs are more than just job search events, they are one of the easiest ways to take meaningful steps toward your future career, all in one place. By attending, you can connect directly with employers, alumni, and industry professionals who want to meet UToledo students and share real insight into their organizations and career paths. 

You’ll also gain valuable experience introducing yourself, asking questions, and building confidence in professional conversations.

By attending a career fair, you can:

• • Network with employers, alumni, and industry professionals

  • Learn about full-time, internship, and co-op opportunities

  • Explore different industries and career paths

  • Practice interviewing and professional communication

  • Receive informal resume feedback from recruiters

  • Learn about company culture, values, and work environments

  • Practice and refine your elevator pitch

  • Discover unposted or “hidden” job opportunities

  • Build confidence speaking with employers

  • Support your long-term professional and career development

Research Employers & Create Your Plan

• Review participating employers in Handshake
• Learn about company culture, values, and open roles
• Identify your top employers to prioritize
• Schedule a Career Fair Prep appointment with RC2 

Update & Print Your Resume

• Tailor your resume for positions of interest
• Highlight relevant skills and experience
• Bring multiple printed copies

Dress for Success

• Plan business professional or business casual attire
• When in doubt, dress up rather than down
• Get FREE professional clothing at the Rocket Style Career Closet

Create Your Elevator Pitch

• Prepare a 30–60 second introduction
• Include your name, major, experience, and interests
• Practice to build confidence

Prepare Your Materials

• Resume copies
• Notepad and pen
• Portfolio (if applicable)

Getting Ready

• Wake up early and eat a healthy breakfast
• Dress in business professional attire
• Pack resumes, notepad, and portfolio

Your Game Plan

• Review your employer list
• Practice your elevator pitch
• Confirm location and timing
• Arrive early

At the Fair

• Check in and pick up name tag/materials
• Visit priority employers first
• Ask thoughtful questions
• Take notes after each conversation
• Collect recruiter business cards
  

Follow Up and Stay Connected 

• Send thank-you emails within 24–48 hours
• Connect with recruiters on LinkedIn
• Reference your conversation in follow-ups
• Track next steps and application deadlines

Set Up Your LinkedIn Profile

• Complete your profile
• Upload a professional headshot
• Update experience and skills

Use LinkedIn Strategically

• Recruiters may review your profile before interviews
• Connect with employers after the fair
• Use LinkedIn to maintain professional relationships