What verbal and non-verbal communication skills are important at a job or internship fair?
Remember to be aware of the way you communicate through words and actions. Always give a firm handshake and maintain eye contact with the person to whom you are speaking. Speak clearly and concisely, smile and show enthusiasm to those you meet. Remember to keep your resumes handy – you don’t want to have to fumble through your belongings to provide an employer with your information. Every employer appreciates a candidate that shows interest, good manners and confidence. 6. Should I speak to each employer individually? Yes. Don’t just drop off a resume and move to the next booth. Take time to get additional information from and make an impression on everyone you meet. The point is not to see how many resumes you can give to employers in the least amount of time – it is to establish significant contacts and potential opportunities. Also, try to avoid approaching employers when there is a large crowd of jobseekers around them. When crowded, the employer may not have time to answer individ
