Tips to Prepare for the MEGA Job & Internship Fair!

As you get ready for the Mega Job & Internship Fair on April 2, 2026 (12 PM – 3 PM, Tinsley Center Gym), being prepared is key to making a strong impression at the job fair. Here are some important tips:

By Alyvia Nater
Alyvia Nater Career Peer Advisor
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How to Craft the Perfect Elevator Pitch for a Job Fair!  

Struggling to find the right words when talking to employers? Nervous about what to say to a recruiter at the MEGA Job & Internship Fair on April 2nd? 

You’re not alone! Approaching an employer can feel intimidating, but with the …

By Isabella Ventura
Isabella Ventura Career Peer Advisor
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Hiring Freezes: What are they? What can I do in the meantime?

We aren’t the only thing freezing this Winter. A term you may have heard recently in conversations regarding the job market, is something called a hiring freeze. Indeed.com defines a hiring freeze as:  

“When a company temporarily stops hiring new employees for open roles. While a company may …

By Samuel Arruda
Samuel Arruda Career & Life Design Advisor
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18 resume changes you should make to get past the ATS filters…and why

Think of an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) as the digital bouncer of the modern job market. It’s a software powerhouse used by almost all large corporations and most medium-sized companies to organize, search, and rank the massive influx of resumes …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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Jobs expected to have the most openings over the next decade

As you stand at the threshold of your professional life—perhaps clutching a brand-new diploma, finishing a certification, or simply reassessing your path—the question “What’s next?” can feel more like a weight than a wonder. We often hear that the economy …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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New Year’s Resolutions!

As we transition from 2025 to 2026, you may have already begun to list some New Year’s Resolutions for yourself. Maybe you want to pick up that book you’ve been meaning to read, make a new workout schedule, learn how to bake, or pick up a new hobby. Whatever your own personal goals may …

By Samuel Arruda
Samuel Arruda Career & Life Design Advisor
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Student Spotlight: Roger’s Journey From Fair Prep to Multiple Interviews

Meet Roger Perez ‘27   

When Roger arrived at the Job & Internship Fair, he came prepared, and determined. As a Finance major graduating in Spring 2027, his goal is clear: secure a position in the finance field and one day become a senior partner …

By Katie Muldoon
Katie Muldoon Marketing and Program Coordinator
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Stepping Up: How to Present Your Best Professional Self 

When interviewing for a job or internship, your first interaction with an employer often begins with an email or a phone conversation. From that very first point of contact, the interviewer is evaluating your professionalism. Below are tips on how …

By Tracey Gray
Tracey Gray Associate Director, Employer Engagement and Outreach
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Introducing the NEW Bear Essentials Closet   

Attention BSU Students! Are you gearing up for an internship or job interview and feeling the pressure to look your best? Look no further—our brand-new Bear Essentials Closet is here to help you shine! 

What is the Bear Essentials Closet?

By Katie Muldoon
Katie Muldoon Marketing and Program Coordinator
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6 Questions to Ask Employers at a Career Fair

Career Fairs are a helpful, efficient opportunity to meet with a variety of employers hiring in your major.  Asking good questions is the best way to make a good impression on employers and get the information you need!   

In general, …

By Amy Kirkcaldy
Amy Kirkcaldy Assistant Director of Employer Engagement and Outreach
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What to Say to Employers at the Job & Internship Fair

Struggling to find the right words when talking to employers? Nervous about what to say to a recruiter at BSU’s Job and Internship Fair on April 4th? Explore these valuable suggestions and insights for preparing your conversation with employers at …

By Isabella Ventura
Isabella Ventura Career Peer Advisor
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Tell me about yourself/30-second Introduction

Tell me about yourself.

One of the most important parts of any interview happens in the first few moments when you’re instructed to “tell me about yourself.”  Whether in the initial or in the final round of interviews with the …

By Gerald Tang
Gerald Tang Executive Director
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Dress for Success – Business attire 101

What’s the best outfit to wear to a job interview? The answer will vary depending on the type of job and company you’re interviewing with. You always want to dress to make the best impression, but the outfit you choose …

By Gerald Tang
Gerald Tang Executive Director
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