Elevate Your Future.
Find Your Opportunity: Spring 2026 Career Fair
Career Fairs provide direct access to employers actively recruiting Illinois Tech students and alumni. Connect with industry partners and alumni representing leading organizations.
Career Fair Success Strategy
Before the Event
- Research participating employers and available positions
- Upload current resume to Handshake for Career Services review
- Prepare concise introduction and thoughtful company questions
- Attend Career Fair Prep Events and Workshops
- Update your LinkedIn profile and privacy settings
- Review recent company updates, product launches, and social media feeds/activity
After the Event
- Send personalized thank-you emails within 24-48 hours
- Connect on LinkedIn with specific references to your conversation
- Schedule informational interviews with contacts made
- Update your calendar with notes and follow-up dates
- Reflect on successful interactions to improve future networking
Day of Event
- Dress professionally (Career Clothing Closet options are available)
- Focus conversations on your key strengths and career interests
- Bring printed resumes and business cards
- Deliver a prepared 30-60 second “elevator pitch” to introduce yourself
- Collect business cards and company materials
- Stay hydrated and take breaks between conversations
Event Mistakes to Avoid
- Resume dumping without meaningful conversation
- Monopolizing recruiters’ time
- Inappropriate questions about salary/benefits
- Poor body language and unprofessional behavior
- Not researching companies beforehand
Essential Resources
Career Preparation
Your next opportunity awaits.
Register now and start researching employers today!
