Career Fair prep - Tip 2

2/ Research organisations online

Before attending a career fair or presentation, check out who is coming along (you can usually find out in the event information).

Draw up a list of the companies you’re interested in, then find their website career page, their company Facebook and Instagram accounts, and see if they have a LinkedIn company page. A company's online presence is a gold mine for you.

1. Are there any current vacancies? Do they offer an internship or graduate programme?
2. What is the company’s mission and values? Do you like these values?
3. Has the company been around a long time or is it a start-up?

This kind of research will help you understand the company and give you valuable information to think about. You may think you want to work for a certain company but after doing a bit of research, you may decide it isn't the 'fit' for you. Alternatively, it may whet your appetite to know more.

Take your research a step further. Company websites often have a staff directory. Tap into this free information. Keep a list (maybe an Excel spreadsheet) of the position and contact details of people with interesting roles in organisations. Staff are also easy to find through LinkedIn.

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