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NAVIGATING A CAREER FAIR
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View event details and participating employer lists to determine which employers to target (Details and
employer lists for all CMU career fairs and events are available on Handshake.)
Review other sections of this Career Guide, especially the Elevator Pitch on page 33
Visit REACH Advising to polish your resume and get advice on tailoring it for your targeted employers
If you need a suit, seek out First Impressions, a program that provides free, professional attire
Practice talking about your experience and skills through the Mock Interview Program
Attend a prep event, such as Fire Up Your Career, or schedule an appointment with a career coach
Research your targeted employers and prepare specific questions to ask them

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Dress professionally and bring a padfolio with your tailored and general resumes
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