NATIONAL GRADUATE RECRUITMENT EXHIBITION SHOW GUIDE
8 & 9 June 2012 – NEC, Birmingham Friday 11am – 5pm, Saturday 11am – 4pm
Preparation is everything!
Research Before you attend the exhibition, research, research, research! It’s really important that you know exactly what the companies do and what roles they offer. Recruiters can get very busy so the more prepared you are, the more you’ll succeed.
Dress to impress – fi rst impressions count
First impressions really do count. Turn up in smart attire as though you would for an interview. Jeans and a t-shirt are a big no. Approach the stands as you would do an interview. Be professional, intelligent, polite and interested.
Be confi dent
Meeting prospective employers can be daunting, but do your research beforehand and have some questions already prepared so that you’re not in a panic. Smile, listen and be enthusiastic about the company – it’s often a great cover for nerves! (See our top questions to ask recruiters)
Time management
Don’t expect to squeeze everything into one hour. Make sure you leave enough time to fully take advantage of everything that’s on offer to you. Careers seminars and the mock assessment centre are invaluable in preparing you for prospective employers.
Sell yourself... don’t expect to be sold to
Don’t feel obliged to thrust your CV onto any company that you can. It’s more important to get out there and sell yourself effectively to recruiters. Spend time with employers, speak to them and show an interest in the company. Let them engage with you to fi nd out what kind of person you are.
Know your employer
If you’re thinking of applying to a fi rm, make sure you look at the profi le in Gradobs (and if possible their application form) before so that you know exactly what to ask recruiters and what they’ll want from you. It will save you valuable time and show that you are an organised and professional candidate.
Enhance your skills
Take advantage of the unique features that are available. Listen to employer presentations, take part in a mock assessment and get your CV and cover letter assessed and tailored. This is your opportunity to enhance your skills and gain all the knowledge and information you will need to succeed.
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The National Graduate Recruitment Exhibition is the essential calendar event for any determined graduate. Use this invaluable opportunity to take advantage of the range of career resources available to help enhance your skills and prepare you for that dream job. A great place to start is the GradJobs Starting Point (stand D145),
where the GradJobs team will be on hand to help you plan your day, make sure you meet the right recruiters, and are prepared in your approach. Get your questions answered face-to-face by the country’s top employers (profi les start on page 33), and secure your dream job!
Top questions to ask recruiters
A recent survey of more than 150 recruitment managers found that the most impressive behaviour from candidates was having good questions to ask. So make sure you’re prepared with our top questions:
1. What skills do you look for in the employees you hire? 2. What degree and class do you require? 3. What entry-level positions exist within your organisation? 4. Do you offer a graduate training programme, and if so what does it involve?
5. Are there specifi c career tracks within your organisation For instance, what can a typical graduate in your division expect to be doing in two, fi ve, or 10 years after hiring
6. What is a typical working day like? 7. Where are you located? 8. What kind of work experience and activities would you like a successful candidate to ideally have?
9. What training and development is given to employees? 10. o you offer any other benefi ts to employees
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