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NorthWorks Job Fair 2013
March 5th, 2013 @ CNC March 6th, 2013 @ UNBC
Employers:
This is your opportunity to be a part of the biggest Job Fair in Northern BC! Register early for your chance to win free registration to the event! (All exhibitor registrations received by February 8, 2013 wil be eligible for the early registration draw)
Students & Alumni:
This is a great opportunity to meet and make an impression with future potential employers! Research potential employers, prepare your resumes. Many of our participating organizations are accepting employment applications and resumes. Don't miss out on the chance to meet some of our region's most sought after employers
For a complete list of the participants of the 2013 NorthWorks, check out this list ....2013 Participants
Registration: REGISTER EARLY……..space is limited and the event fills quickly!! Complete the Registration Form here, and return by February 22, 2013 *Return your registration form by February 8th 2013 and be eligible for the early bird registration draw (free registration to the event)*
For more information on NorthWorks 2013: E: employment@cnc.bc.ca
Kris Dittman, Student Employment Services Counselling & Advising Department 3330 22nd Avenue Prince George, BC V2N1P8 Phone 250.561.5806 Toll Free 1.800.371.8111 Ext. 5806 Fax 250.561.5879 dittman@cnc.bc.ca	Maria Trujillo, Student Career Centre 3333 University Way Prince George, BC V2N 4Z9 Phone 250.960.6426 Fax 250.960.6065 maria.trujillo@unbc.ca
Exhibitor Information Where is the Job Fair? Do you supply equipment to assist with employers' displays? How do I register for Northworks? What does it cost to have a display booth? When is Northworks? How do I ship my displays? Do you have accommodations? Who participated in 2012? Other questions... Exhibitor Information Where is the Job Fair? The NorthWorks Job Fair is in Prince George, British Columbia at CNC in and around the atrium, Tuesday March 5, 2013 and at UNBC in the Wintergarden and the Agora Centre on Wednesday March 6, 2013 . The NorthWorks Job Fair is in Prince George, British Columbia at CNC in and around the atrium, Tuesday March 5, 2013 and at UNBC in the Wintergarden and the Agora Centre on Wednesday March 6, 2013 . Do you supply equipment to assist with employers' displays? Exhibitors are requested to supply their own equipment including computers and extension cords. Please contact the venue if you have special equipment needs or requests. Wireless internet is available at both locations. How do I register for Northworks? Payment can be made by Visa or Mastercard. The Employer Registration Form can be accessed here. Completed forms can be downloaded and e-mailed, faxed, or mailed. E-mail: hirestudents@unbc.ca Fax: 250.960.6065 Mailing Address: UNBC, Student Career Centre, 3333 University Way, Prince George BC, V2N 4Z9 What does it cost to have a display booth? The 2013 cost for two days is $336.00 (includes HST). If you are only able to attend one day, you can book a booth for either campus for $224.00 (includes HST). Registration fees includes one exhibitor table, chairs, lunch and one (1) parking pass for each venue. When is Northworks? Northworks is scheduled for Tuesday March5^th and Wednesday 6^th of 2013. CNC - March 5^th, 2013 and UNBC - March 6^th, 2013. It runs from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm each day. Set up can begin after 8:30 a.m. each day. How do I ship my displays? You must notify the Event Coordinators: CNC - Kris Dittman dittman@cnc.bc.ca or UNBC Maria Trujillo - maria.trujillo@unbc.ca prior to the event if you are shipping display materials. Ship your display to the specific institution(s) where you will be participating. If you are participating both days, arrangements can be made to assist in moving your booth from CNC to UNBC. It is the responsibility of the exhibitor to arrange outgoing shipping through the CNC or UNBC Shipping departments. Do you have a list of appropriate accommodations in Prince George? Click here to get a list of available accommodations in Prince George. Who participated in 2012? For a complete list of the participants of the 2012 NorthWorks, check out this list .... 2012 Participants Other questions? If you have other questions or have any special requests, please contact a NorthWorks coordinator, CNC - Kris Dittman dittman@cnc.bc.ca or UNBC - Maria Trujillo maria.trujillo@unbc.ca
Student Information Preparation, Preparation, Preparation! Marketing yourself Don't be afraid to ask Keep notes on your visits and discussions Job fairs are still one of the best building elements toward career success... Student Information Preparation, Preparation, Preparation! Know who will be attending the event, know what each employer's business is, know what types of people they need to hire, know which ones are a fit with your background, and make a plan to prioritize your visits. Visit the company 's or organization's website in advance, complete the application process if you've decided to do so, and understand the recruiting procedures. By doing your homework, you will be in the best position possible to make a good impression. Marketing yourself: Know your skills, your desires and your characteristics. Create a brief personal infomercial that quickly summarizes your key employability points. Make an impression by outfitting yourself in attire that makes a professional statement. Use gestures and body language effectively - Shake hands firmly, make eye contact, smile! These are the things that company/organization representatives will remember. They may ask your name, and take notes, etc. They will be looking for your resume when it is processed through their recruitment site. Of course, the opportunities will be there to present a highly-polished resume, so take lots of copies and keep them neat and accessible in a folder. Don't be afraid to ask: Prepare some questions to start a dialogue with representatives. Here are some suggestions: What skills and experience do you look for in people you hire? How would you describe the culture of your organization? Can you suggest ways to gain some relevant experience? Is there ample opportunity for training and advancement? Can you tell me more about the position(s) you are currently hiring for? Keep notes on your visits and discussions: Take some time while at the fair, or as soon as you get home, to record the names of the companies you visited, what you learned about employment opportunities and processes and decide your follow up strategy. Sending a note of thanks or follow up questions will further develop your relationship with the company and their recruiting representative. Job Fairs are still one of the stepping stones towards career success... Overall, job fairs are about making an impression, not an application. Making an impression is also what organizations are trying to do. They want to attract quality talent to apply for employment and create a mind set among students that their organization is an employer of choice. Sometimes the result are immediate; sometimes they are longer term. Use Job Fairs as one of the tools in your basket to secure career-related employment. By taking advantage of the resources and connections at a job fair, you are building your job search strategy from a sound foundation.