NPC & AZ Workforce
Connection Career Fair
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Thurs., April 19, 2012
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Show Low Elks Lodge
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10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Visit the fair and meet your
future employer!
View a current list of participating employers.
Directions to Event
The physical address for the Elks Lodge is 805 E. Whipple, Show Low, AZ.
- From Springerville/Eagar, Snowflake/Taylor or Holbrook: As you enter Show Low city limits driving west on US Highway 60/Deuce of Clubs,turn left on Central Ave., proceed to Four-Way Stop at Whipple, turn left, proceed approximately 1 mile. Lodge on the Right side of the road.
- From Heber/Overgaard: Driving South on State Route 260 (Street name is Clark Rd in Show Low): At the intersection/traffic signal of US Highway 60, turn left. The first right turn is West Whipple, proceed approximately 1.5 miles, the lodge is on the right side of the road.
- Show Low: Westbound on US Highway 60 (Deuce of Clubs): Turn left on Central Ave., proceed to Four-Way Stop at Whipple, turn left, proceed approximately 1 mile. Lodge on the Right side of the road.
Benefits of Attending NPC's Career Fair:
- Potential full-time and part-time job prospects.
- Find an internship – Build your resume with on-the-job-training.
- Network with employers – Create your contact database.
- Research your dream job – Discover the skills you need to
get the position. - Explore educational opportunities – Visit with NPC and other institutions about degree programs.
Tips for Attending a Career Fair:
- Dress professionally – First impressions are critical. Career fair dress should be either "business casual" or "business." If you have a suit, plan to wear it to the fair. If you do not have a suit, dress slacks, a button down shirt and a tie are appropriate for men and dress slacks or a skirt and a button down shirt or knit top are appropriate for women. Worn out clothing, jeans, gym shoes, low-cut blouses, and skirts that fall above the knee are NOT appropriate dress for a career fair.
- Resumes - Be sure to bring several copies of your (error free) resume, as well as a portfolio or folder to carry your resume in and place business cards into. Also remember to bring a pen or pencil, a notepad and breath mints.
- Introduce yourself – Prepare a brief 30 second "commercial" about who you are and why you are interested in the company. Rehearse your commercial before you come to the fair. Use good eye contact and practice your handshake.
- Research companies prior to attending the fair - view the list of participating organizations and begin studying the ones that interest you in advance of the career fair. Visit company websites. Check current job openings to get an idea of what skills and education are required to work for that company.
- Business Card Etiquette – As for a business card after meeting the employer. Review the card to make sure you have the correct information and then place the business card in your wallet or handbag. Do not put the card in your back pocket.
Prepare for the Fair!
- Schedule an appointment with NPC Career Services to update your resume and participate in a mock interview.
Questions?
Contact Career Services at (800) 266-7845, ext. 6541, for more information.
