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Frequently Asked Question for Employers

What is the difference between the Career Fair and the Green Jobs & Internship Fair?

The Career Fair is for all employers and attracts students from a wide variety of disciplines. The Green Jobs and Internship Fair, hosted by the Rubenstein School for Natural Resources, is for employers who offer environmental career opportunities.

What is the focus of UVM's Career Fair?

UVM holds a Career Fair each semester in the Dudley H. Davis Student Center Grand Maple Ballroom. The purpose is to offer an opportunity on campus for companies and organizations to meet with UVM students and alumni interested in exploring jobs, internships and career options.

How Many Students Will Attend the Career Fair?

The fair draws over 400 students, from first year students beginning their exploration to graduating students in the midst of their search.

When Will Registration Open?

Employer registration begins at the start of each semester: September for the fall fair and January for the spring fair.

What is the Cost for Participation?

For-profit business fee: $300

Non-profit and governmental organizations: $100

How Many Representatives May We Bring?

We ask that you bring one to two people to represent your organization. This will optimize the number of organizations able to participate.

What Do We Bring To The Career Fair?

Each presenter will have a 6 foot table for display purposes. Power will be available if requested on the registration form. Please bring materials (handouts, brochures, flyers, and similar items) that highlight your company and available positions.

You will be able to unload materials at the Davis Student Center before parking your vehicle. A shuttle will be provided.
More details on Arrival and Parking logistics (PDF)
Parking Map (PDF)

Where Do We Ship Our Materials?

If you are staying at a hotel, please check with them regarding their services.

Why Does Our Company Need To Send a Signed EOE Statement?

It is the policy of the University of Vermont to require an Equal Opportunity Statement from all employers visiting campus. Please fax or mail us a copy of your organization's policy -OR- dowload and print our form (PDF), sign it, and fax it to us at: 802-656-0126. For more information please read our On Campus Recruiting & Interviewing Policy (PDF).

Will There Be Reserved Space to Conduct Interviews?

On the day of the event, there is a room connected to the ballroom to meet with students in a semi-private setting. In addition, there are several student lounges located throughout the Davis Center.

There is limited space and logistical support for formal on-campus interviewing the day after the fair. Please contact Holly Wilkinson-Ray regarding capacity and scheduling.

How Will Career Services Market the Career Fair?

We will be marketing this event through email, posters, newsletters, class presentations, faculty announcements, advertisements in the campus newspaper and on plasma screens throughout campus.

In addition, we will conduct targeted outreach to students in specific areas of interest. You are more than welcome to inform student organizations of your visit to UVM.

How Should I Prepare For The Fair?

• Thoroughly read and understand Frequently Asked Questions.
• Read, and sign the Employer Participation Agreement (PDF).
• Register for the fair.
• Provide names of representatives and update if changes occur.
• Provide brief descriptions of up-coming job and internship postings for the on-line employer guide, Experience database and for display purposes at the event.
• Be prepared to discuss current opportunities as well as educate students on strategies for becoming a strong applicant.
• Read Employer Principles courtesy of National Association of Colleges and Employers.

How Do We Advertise Our Current and Anticipated Jobs and Internships?

Please provide brief job and internship descriptions on the registration form, which will be extracted for the ONLINE "Guide To Employers." This information will be activated on-line soon after your registration is received and will remain available throughout the semester.

What Are The Arrival and Parking Logistics?

On-campus parking is available in the Gutterson Parking Garage. There will be shuttle service available between the Davis Student Center and the Gutterson Parking Garage at the beginning and end of each day's event. Assistance will be provided in transporting materials to and from the Grand Maple Ballroom. If you have largy, heavy loads (more than you can carry) you may drop materials off at the Davis Center Loading Dock before parking at Gutterson. Please see details (PDF).
Directions to UVM

What is Provided For Participating In This Event?

Each organization will be supplied with a six foot table (no table cloth) in the Grand Maple Ball Room to display your organization's materials, a single day UVM parking permit, nametag, and power (if requested). The Davis Center is currently addressing the technicalities of public access to UVM's Wifi. We will keep you updated.

A break-out room will be available next to the ballroom. Finger food and beverages will be provided. The Davis Center offers a variety of restaurants for purchasing meals at your convenience. ATM access is also available.

Please note: Hanging materials on the walls of the Davis Center is not allowed.

Will Non-UVM Students Participate in this Event?

The focus of our outreach efforts are to UVM students and alumni. We will also send notice of these events to area colleges.

Who Should I Contact for Additional Questions?

Employer Relations: Holly Wilkinson-Ray: hwilkins@uvm.edu

Last modified March 12 2009 04:19 PM