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The following FAQ’s will help you to prepare for Connect 2 Careers.

General FAQ

When is the job fair?

The 2025 Connect 2 Careers Live Job Fair Event will be held over two days as follows:

Join us on February 12, 2025, for the Hospitality, Tourism and Recreation programs. The event will run from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm

Join us on February 13, 2025, for the Business, Engineering and Computer Studies programs. The event will run from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm

Where is the job fair?

The job fair will be held in the gymnasium, Athletics Centre, Georgian College.

Who can attend the job fair?

All Georgian College students are welcome to attend the job fair! However, Connect 2 Careers focuses on Employers based in the Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation sectors on February 12th.   Employers based in the Engineering, Business, Computer Studies & Automotive Business are featured on February 13th.

Does it cost any money?

Connect 2 Careers is free, and will always be! We are a not-for-profit organization, meaning money that we make will be put towards future career fairs and Georgian College educational endeavours.

Do I have to stay for the whole job fair?

Nope! You can stay as long as you want – whether that be for 3 hours or just 3 minutes.

Is there anything to eat?

Unfortunately, we don’t offer anything to eat for attendees – only for the Employers. There are a number of places to eat on, and around campus. Feel free to leave and then come back!

What should I wear?

General information

A business formal dress code enhances the professional image of your workplace environment and your personal brand. Clothing projects a professional, “business formal” image. Come dressed for success!

Perfume/Cologne

Georgian College is a scent-free environment. Please refrain from wearing perfume and/or cologne.

What should I bring?

General information

You must be prepared in order to have a good, lasting impression on employers. By gathering these essential items, we ensure you will be ready to network.

Several copies of your resume

You will be handing these out to employers throughout the fair. Resumes should be printed on clean white paper and not wrinkled or damaged in any way. Scroll down to see our tips for creating a great resume.

Pens and a folder

Employers may hand out applications and business cards at the fair. Be prepared to fill out any forms.

Name tag

If you have a Georgian College issued name tag, it may be beneficial to wear it to help employers distinguish you. Click here to purchase one from Georgian Stores (make sure to order it a few weeks in advance).

Are there interviews?

General information

In previous years, employers have conducted interviews on site the day of the event. Being ready for an interview will boost your confidence and increase your effectiveness. If you have a specific employer in mind, find out about the organization and the job you’re applying for. This will demonstrate to the interviewer that you are motivated and keenly interested in the position.

Practice

Practicing what you’re going to say and how you’re going to say it will help you speak confidently about your skills and accomplishments. It’s a good idea not to memorize what you want to say. Instead, figure out which key points you want to focus on. The interview is also your opportunity to ask questions. List 3 things you want to know about the job or the organization, and practice asking questions about them. Make sure you couldn’t be expected to know the answers from your research. Leave questions about salary, vacations or other benefits until after you receive a job offer.

Present

How you present yourself in the interview—your appearance, attitude and body language—is vitally important. It’s normal to be anxious but acting as if you’re confident, even when you aren’t, can have a positive effect on both you and the interviewer.

Participate

The interview is also your chance to show your positive attitude and your communication skills. They will also give you great practice for future interviews.

Tips for a Great Resume

Visit the Career Hub – Online for help with resumes, cover letters, interview skills and job search tips.   Check out the resume and interview workshops available at Co-op Field Placement Resources.  Click here

Check out our 8 resume tips below:

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Review examples of other resumes
Explain the benefits of your skills
Choose a basic font and clean format
Include all of your contact information
Put the most relevant information first
Proofread it twice and give it to a friend
Customize your resume for each employer
Include only relevant information