Who are third party recruiters?

Third party recruiters are individuals who are engaging in placement or passing along resumes to companies that are hiring. They, themselves, are not directly hiring.

What are exploding offers?

“Exploding offers” require a student to accept a job offer within a very short period of time or face having the offer rescinded or base salary diminished. Requiring a verbal acceptance in order to receive a written offer is considered an exploding offer. 

Any timeline less than an a week to accept an offer could be considered an exploding offer.

I'm an international student, what should I do to prepare for the career fair?

Check out which employers will be attending the career fair and find out what the hiring practices are for those particular companies.  Visit our Career Fair page and click on ‘Research the Companies Attending’ for the respective year and semester of the career fair you are interested in.  Take a look at the ‘Citizenship’ column of the document to find out what citizenship status particular employers require.  

Be prepared to discuss your work status in the U.S. with potential employers.  If you should need further assistance, please visit the International Office.

How should I cancel an on-campus interview?

If you are unable to attend a scheduled interview, you should notify the employer as soon as you know.  A cancellation on the same day of the interview is considered a "no-show". A first no-show will not result in any formal disciplinary action, but it is strongly encouraged that you send a letter of explaination to the recruiter.  After a second "no-show", your Handshake account will be blocked and you will be required to meet with the director of Career Services.

What information should I discuss with the recruiter at the career fair?

Tell the recruiter your name, year in school, and what type of position you are interested in (i.e. full-time, internship, etc.). Next, tell them your major, your career interests, and why you came to this particular company’s table. Do your research on the company beforehand. The recruiters want to see sincere interest in their company. Offer a firm handshake and have good eye contact. Be prepared to present your resume. 

Show the recruiters that you have the qualifications their company is looking for AND you are a good candidate for their company. 

Answer all questions honestly. If the recruiter asks for your GPA, tell them. 

Can I change my mind on an offer I already accepted?

No. Reneging is the term used by recruiters when a previously accepted offer is now turned down.  Career Services takes this very seriously and it is deemed unacceptable and can result in various consequences. Honor your acceptance of your first job offer as a contractual agreement with the employer. You should decline the other offer.

Reneging on an offer can result in the following consequences:

• removal/blocked from Handshake
• restriction from recruiting events
• meeting with the Director of Career Services
• being reported to the office of judicial services