Info session and career fair insights

Here are a few pointers that are keys to success:

• Dress appropriately and make a good first impression. Business casual is completely acceptable. Don’t let your appearance be an after-thought simply because you are attending this event in between classes or homework sessions.
• Make sure to introduce yourself. Many times students begin speaking to a Deloitte recruiter or professional and forget to introduce themselves first.
• Keep an eye on social cues and body language. If there are several candidates behind you waiting to speak to a recruiter or Deloitte professional, be courteous and know when to conclude your discussion.
• Practice your elevator pitch to describe who you are, your experience, and why you are interested in and a good fit for Deloitte.
• If you are not the target audience for either an information session or career fair, please do not attend. Deloitte recruiters and professionals are looking for candidates from a specific population. See if there is another time to connect with a recruiter for a role that may suit your experience and background better.
• Make sure you are at your best. If you aren’t feeling well, stay home and look for another future opportunity to connect with Deloitte.
• Look for common ground with the person with whom you are speaking. Share something unique about yourself or your background that will be memorable. Also, engage in two-way conversation with the recruiter or Deloitte professional. Ask questions, look for ways to relate or expand on the conversation.
• Have fun! Information Sessions and Career Fairs are a great way to get to know Deloitte and its professionals. Leave the nerves at home.

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