Meet your future head-on at the Graduate Careers Expo!
UOW’s annual Graduate Careers Expo is your opportunity to gain first-hand insights into potential employers, their recruitment processes, and crucial advice on enhancing your employability. The Expo invites a range of employers from all disciplines, allowing students to meet, connect and network.
Six reasons to attend the Graduate Careers Expo
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- Connect one-on-one with hiring managers, leaving a lasting impression that could open doors in the future.
- Gain insights into vacancies and entry requirements, and discover other job opportunities that align with your aspirations.
- Deepen your understanding of companies and industries through direct conversations and industry professional talks.
- Participate in workshops that address industry trends, CV writing, and interview preparation.
- Perfect your professional interactions, from introducing yourself to answering key interview questions, in a less formal setting.
- Develop confidence by rehearsing interactions with employers and gaining knowledge about various career paths.
How to prepare for the Graduate Careers Expo
Registering for the Expo is the first step. A well-planned approach includes reviewing the list of exhibitors, reading their profiles, and formulating questions.
You can also attend relevant workshops beforehand to maximise your experience on the day.
How to make the most of the Graduate Careers Expo
The day of the Expo is an opportunity to gather valuable information from each employer, creating a dossier to aid future applications. Dressing professionally is key, with business casual attire making a positive impression. Engage with as many exhibitors as possible, expanding your horizons beyond familiar company names.
Tip: visit the Careers and Employability team to ensure your resume is finely tuned for graduate program applications.
Key questions to ask at a Careers Expo
1. Ask about a particular role
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- What's the primary focus of the position listed?
- Can you elaborate on the responsibilities mentioned in the position description?
- What's the biggest challenge the new position can help solve?
2. Ask about the hiring process
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- Could you outline the stages in the hiring process for the position?
3. Ask about their experience
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- How long have you been at your company?
- What do you enjoy about your job?
4. Ask about growth and development
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- How does your company support employees in growing their skills and responsibilities?
5. Ask about the company’s products, services, or recent news
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- I recently read about [news related to the company]. Can you share your experience with that?
- How do you see [product/service] evolving in the next year?
6. Ask about company culture
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- What kind of person thrives at your company?
- How is feedback handled at your company?
7. Ask how you can stay in touch
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- How can I stay connected with you and your company?
The 2024 Graduate Careers Expo will be held on Tuesday 19 March at Wollongong campus.