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Philadelphia NAACP Professional Career Reception Tuesday, October 25, 2011

NAACP Professional Career Reception

 
October 25, 2011
10:00am - 3:00pm

 
Embassy Suites Philadelphia - Airport
9000 Bartram Avenue

 
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Event Overview:

The NAACP Professional Career Reception is free and open to anyone with a 4-year degree or above regardless of ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, etc.

Meet face-to-face with recruiters and hiring managers from local and national employers, and speak candidly with industry leaders about opportunities in your field.
Whether you're an active job seeker or just curious, you may discover a career opportunity just right for you.
Follow these tips to maximize your job fair success!
  • Bring resumes, as well as, a pen and a notepad.
  • Dress professionally (conservative business suit, comfortable dress shoes, etc.).
  • Your introduction is your initial interview.
  • When you meet a recruiter, be friendly, confident, and assertive. Give a firm handshake while introducing yourself.
  • Practice a 45-60 second personal advertisement to communicate your strengths and goals. Speak clearly and make eye contact.
  • The Job Fair is setup like an open house trade show. You may walk through and speak with the recruiters you choose.
  • Use the program guide you will receive at the event to learn more about the participating companies and job openings.
  • Ask for business cards when you speak with recruiters. Send personal thank you notes via email after the event, and make follow-up calls to schedule an interview.
Who can attend the Professional Diversity Job Fair?
You need only have a 4-year degree or better to attend. All our events are diverse and multicultural which means they are open to all. Employers are interested in your background and experience. By participating, employers are extending their welcome to candidates from all types of backgrounds. Most will require US Citizenship.
How is the Job Fair set up?
The PSI Job Fair is an open house trade show environment. Each employer recruits from its own 8’ X 10’ booth space. As an “open house’ you can attend any time during the published hours and talk with only the employers you choose.

Philadelphia Job Fair Exhibitors:
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bulletAerotek
bulletAFLAC
bulletAmerican Heart Association
bulletCase New Holland
bulletChester Community Charter School
bulletCitizens
bulletClear Channel Radio Philadelphia
bulletCommunity College of Philadelphia
bulletHealth Partners
bulletLiberty Mutual
bulletNational Black MBA Association - Philadelphia Chapter
bulletNew York Life Insurance Company
bulletPA CareerLink Philadelphia Northeast
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bulletPNC
bulletPrudential
bulletQuintiles
bulletUnited Rentals
bulletUS Airways
bulletUSMC Officer Selection Station
bulletVeterans Canteen Service
bulletWalmart
bulletAnd many more!
Don't keep this to yourself! Feel free to bring a friend!

Contact Us
If you are interested in additional information please send us an email or
call us at:

Phone: 800-390-5561 Ext 107
Email: contact@psijobfair.com
Please indicate if you are looking for more information about a specific event, general info, advertising, etc. We look forward to hearing from you

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