On March 6, 2014 I went to “GET THAT JOB,” a career panel and a networking event held at Canisius College. The most interesting thing about this event was that prior to visiting the various booths and tables, we were able to meet in a room and sit around with a bunch of HR representatives and ask questions. We were able to introduce ourselves, and hear about the business representatives’ career paths. It was a really intimate group which allowed everyone the opportunity to have lots of time to talk. The most valuable things I learned from these HR representatives were:
1. In an interview, reveal something about yourself. All the people on the panel agreed that they like hire people with a personality so they like when an interviewee shares something about what they do or who they are that is not on the resume.
2. Show you have done your research. Before you go into an interview, really look in to the company you are applying to. This way, at the end of the interview you can ask a question that shows you are serious about working there and have done your homework to see what working there might really be like!
After the panel, we went into the Regis room at Canisius College. There were several local businesses that set up tables for the networking portion of the event. I was able to exchange business cards and give resumes to a few places that looked interesting. It was nice to be able to talk to some of the people “one-on-one” right after the panel because it let me ask more personal questions about their businesses.
Overall the event was really beneficial because I had the opportunity to make personal connections with local businesses. This way, my application may stand out and give a face to the name that they see on the paper. I liked the casual, but also professional structure of the event; the atmosphere was comfortable and conducive to conversation with multiple people.
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