How do I get my career fair booth to stand out?

How to make your company stand out at a career fair

Evaluate your hiring needs. Career fairs aren’t right for every hiring scenario.
Do your research.
Attend the right events.
Make events work for you.
Act fast.
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How much does it cost to have a booth at a career fair?

Comparatively, a table at General Interest Career Fair at Princeton costs $550 for corporate organizations, and a table at Harvard’s On-Campus Interview Program (OCI) costs $750, still $500 cheaper than MIT’s cheapest option.

What should be included in a job fair table?

What to bring to a job fair

Table cover. The career fair host likely will furnish a table but don’t count on it being in good shape.
Current employees.
Product examples.
Banners and banner stands.
Demonstration materials.
Giveaways.
Rally your team.
Furnish your team with lanyards.

How do I make my company stand out at a career fair?

Be approachable. The best way to make your business stand out at a job fair is to be attractive — from your booth to how you look personally. The attendees should know right away who you are, what you do, and for what positions you are hiring. This way, you get the most qualified applicants right away.

How do you write an elevator pitch for a career fair?

What should you say? Start with your basic information: name, year in school, and major. Follow this with at least one accomplishment or skill relevant to your job search. This is the perfect time to briefly describe an internship or research applicable to your career field.

How expensive is Vfairs?

Rates start at an estimated $20 an hour, leading to a hike in expenses of $4,000.

How much does it cost to have a booth at a college fair?

Virtual Booth Pricing $250 Cost to ORGANIZER, per booth. Cost to colleges participating in the virtual fair can be up to $550. $150 Cost to ORGANIZER, per booth. Cost to colleges participating in the virtual fair can be up to $550.

How do you attract students at a career fair?

How to Attract the Best Job Candidates at Career Fairs

Save money on advertising for job openings.
Have in-person access to a large pool of qualified candidates.
Engage in face-to-face conversations with people that are most interested in joining your team and making contributions to your company.

What should employers bring to a job fair?

Bring business cards and wear a nametag. Not all job seekers you meet will be a good fit for your company or open positions, but they may still use this opportunity to network and gain contacts in your industry. Be sure to wear a nametag and pass out business cards at every opportunity.