JOIN US ON
YOUR CAMPUS
to learn about different
careers & industries,
employment opportunities,
& bachelor’s degree programs
All Holmes students are invited to join us for our free Career Fairs! You can learn about different careers & industries, employment opportunities, and bachelor’s degree programs. We encourage students to use this opportunity to see what is available in your future!
Suggested attire is business casual.
Don’t forget to bring your resume.
Join us at the time and place listed below for your campus!
Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to grow your future!
Goodman
Thu., March 7
9:00 am – 11:00 am
M. R. Thorne Vocational-
Technical Building
Ridgeland
Thu., March 21
9:00 am – 11:00 am
Workforce Training
Building
Grenada
Tue., March 26
9:00 am – 11:00 am
Outside, near Main Building
(if rainy, in the Forum)
Click Here for a List of Our
ATTENDING EMPLOYERS & EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS
Goodman List
Adtalem Global Education, Chamberlain and Walden Universities
Alcorn State University
Anel Corporation
Atmos Energy
B&B Electrical and Utility Contractors
Baptist Memorial Hospital – Attala
Belhaven University
CF Industries
Choctaw Regional Medical Center
Citizens National Bank
City Of Madison Fire Depatment
Continental Tire
Delta State University School of Nursing
Dr. Arenia C. Mallory Community Health Center, Inc.
Dunn Utility Products LLC
Electrolux Professional Group/Unified Brands
Federal Bureau of Prisons
Jackson State University
Lexington Manor Senior Care
Medstat EMS
Merit Health
Millsaps College
Mississippi State University
Mississippi University for Women
MS Department of Transportation – District Three
Parkwood Behavioral Health
Rozier Construction/MainX
Rust College
Service Specialists
Sunray Companies
TempStaff
The Carrington Nursing Center
The Salvation Army
The University of Southern Mississippi
The University of West Alabama
TrustCare Health
U.S. Army Regular Army and Army Reserve
U.S. Coast Guard
UMMC School of Health Related Professions
University of Mississippi (Ole Miss)
Upchurch Plumbing, Inc.
US Army Corps of Engineers–Grenada Lake
William Carey University
Ridgeland List
Adtalem Global Education, Chamberlain and Walden Universities
Alcorn State University
Amazon
Appddiction Studio
Atmos Energy
Baptist Memorial Hospital MBMC
Belhaven University
Citizens National Bank
City of Jackson (MS)
City Of Madison Fire Depatment
Community Bank
Continental Tire
Delta State University School of Nursing
Dr. Arenia C. Mallory Community Health Center, Inc.
Entergy
Fastenal
Federal Bureau of Prisons
Hattiesburg Clinic
Highland Home Nursing Center
Hitachi Energy
Ingalls Shipbuilding
Jackson State University
Lexington Manor Senior Care
Madison MS Police Department
Medstat EMS
Merit Health
Millsaps College
Milwaukee Tool
Mississippi Baptist Medical Center
Mississippi Lignite Mining Company
Mississippi State University
Mississippi University for Women
MMC Materials
Netlink Voice
Ochsner Health
Pileum Corporation
PriorityOne Bank
Ridgeland Tourism Commission
Rust College
Service Specialists
Soccer Shots
Speed Commercial Real Estate
St Dominic Hosptial
Sunray Companies
Systems Electro Coating
TempStaff
Terracon Consultants
The Carrington Nursing Center
The DeBeukaleaer Corp. (Pirouline)
The University of Southern Mississippi
The University of West Alabama
TrustCare Health
U.S. Army Regular Army and Army Reserve
U.S. Coast Guard
University of MS Medical Center
University of Mississippi (Ole Miss)
US Army Corps of Engineers–Grenada Lake
US Lawns
Vacuum Truck Rentals
VitalCore Health Strategies
William Carey University
Willowood Developmental Center
YoungWilliams PC
Grenada List
Adtalem Global Education, Chamberlain and Walden Universities
Alcorn State University
AMG Specialty Hospital North Mississippi
Anel Corporation
Atmos Energy
BankPlus
Baptist Desoto Hospital
Baptist Health Sciences University
Baptist Memorial Hospital
Belhaven University
Biewer Sawmill Winona
Blue Mountain Christian University
Bolivar Medical Center
Choctaw Regional Medical Center
City Of Madison Fire Depatment
Cives Steel Company
Delta State University School of Nursing
Dr. Arenia C. Mallory Community Health Center, Inc.
EMI Satffing
Entergy
Federal Bureau of Prisons
Greenwood Leflore Hospital
Hampton Inn & Suites, by Hilton
Holmes CC/Business Technology Department
Jackson State University
Legacy Hospice
Lexington Manor Senior Care
Medstat EMS
Merit Rankin in Brandon Mississippi
Millsaps College
Milwaukee Tool
Mississippi College
Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT)
Mississippi State University
Mississippi University For Women
Mississippi Valley State University
Parkwood Behavioral Health
Resolute Forest Products
Rust College
St. Dominic’s Hospital – FMOLHS
Tallahatchie General Hospital
The Carrington Nursing Center
The Salvation Army
The University of Southern Mississippi
Tyler Holmes Memorial Hospital
U.S Navy
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
U.S. Coast Guard
University of Mississippi (Ole Miss)
University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Dentistry
Upchurch Plumbing, Inc.
William Carey University
Look through these tips & resources to make the most of your college career fair
CLICK HERE to Read the Top 10 tips for Career Fairs
BEFORE THE CAREER FAIR
1. Do your research
Before attending a fair, check which employers are attending and do some basic research. Start by reading through their page on Handshake to get an overview of the organization, see students’ reviews, and find out if the open roles match your career interests. Then, expand your research by looking at the company website, and doing a quick online search for recent news articles, press releases and other information.
2. Prepare some questions
Asking good questions is an easy way to start a conversation, shows that you’re prepared and motivated, and can give you new insight into the company. Have a short list of questions ready about company culture, professional development opportunities, mentorship programs, or anything else you want to learn about.
3. Practice introducing yourself
You don’t need a perfect speech, but you do need a confident intro when starting a conversation with employers.
4. Pick your outfit
Business casual is your best bet. You don’t need to wear a suit, but you should absolutely skip sweats or athleisure. And wear comfortable shoes!
Tip: Some campus career centers offer a professional closet where you can borrow a career fair outfit.
DAY OF THE CAREER FAIR
5. Come prepared
Bring a notebook or printouts with info about the employers you’re planning to meet. And bring several hard copies of your resume.
6. Take notes
Get the contact information of the people you talk to so you can follow up after the fair. And don’t forget to jot down notes about your conversation—it will make for much stronger follow-up!
7. Eavesdrop!
If you’re still early in your career, or you are feeling intimidated by the career fair format, you can still find value in observing. As you approach employers, listen in on other conversations: how do other students introduce themselves? What is their body language conveying? Who seems to be having the most success? You can use these observations in the future as you get more comfortable at these events.
FOLLOWING UP AFTER THE CAREER FAIR
8. Follow employers on Handshake
If you clicked with an employer, go to their Handshake page and click Follow. You’ll receive notifications when they post new jobs and events. Plus, when the employer views your profile, they can see that you follow them.
9. Apply to an open job or internship
If you discussed a specific opportunity with the employer, get ready to send your application.
If you didn’t discuss a job, see what jobs they have posted on Handshake and apply to any that interest you. If you need a little time to get your application ready, save the job you like so you’ll get a notification to apply before the deadline.
10. Send a thank you email
If the employer shared their contact info, plan to send a follow-up email within 24 hours (or less!). Begin your email by thanking them for their time and telling them you enjoyed meeting them. Then, include something specific that you liked discussing or learning about. Finally, let them know what next steps you’re taking, such as applying for a job.
(For original blog post by Handshake, click here)
CLICK HERE to for Links to Elevate Your Resume & More
EXPLORE RESOURCES IN THE LINK BELOW
CLICK HERE to read through several articles about upgrading your resumes & cover letters, standing out in your interviews, having an online presence, and more!
Need an online resource?
Register in the Holmes CC
VIRTUAL CAREER CENTER!
Holmes Community College provides students, alumni, and employers a free, Web-based tool to connect in its Virtual Career Center. Registered users can search open positions, upload a resume, and create a shareable portfolio to showcase examples of their work for potential employers. REGISTER TODAY!
Register now at College Central by clicking the link below!
