Get Ready for

Get Ready for the AUM 11th Annual Career Expo

May 05 & May 06, 2025
9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Follow the 7 Guiding Steps to Make the Best of It.

BEFORE

THE CAREER EXPO

STEP

1

Register

Register online, to benefit from all the services and activities held on the 2 days.

STEP

2

PREPARE YOUR RESUME AND LINKEDIN PROFILE

Make sure you have updated your CV/ Resume and have it as a soft copy (PDF) file with you.
Create your LinkedIn profile if you haven’t. It’s an essential component of the modern job search today.
If you need assistance, please contact Tawteen Career Center.

STEP

3

BROWSE THE CAREER EXPO WEBPAGE

Learn about the participating exhibitors, the various activities and trainings tailored to upskill your talents and sharpen your thinking.
Make sure to benefit the most from the event and do register in the workshops that are of interest to you.

STEP

4

DRESS FOR SUCCESS

Opt for traditional outfit or business wear, such as suits or pantsuits, complemented by closed-toe footwear.
To achieve an elegant appearance, select minimal accessories and maintain a modest style.

AT

THE CAREER EXPO

STEP

5

BE INVOLVED – STAND OUT

Receive your Badge from the Visitors Main Reception desk.
Review the list of exhibitors, decide on which ones you want to visit.
Prepare your elevator pitch; explaining who you are, and what you are up to.
Approach exhibitors with warmth, enthusiasm, and confidence!
Get ready for potentially being interviewed.
Visit Tawteen Career Center stand.
Enjoy the various activities on the 2 days of the Expo.

Examples

1. An elevator pitch for Internship seekers

  • Good evening, my name is Zain.
  • Thanks for being here.
  • I’m a senior student studying Civil Engineering.
  • Looking for a summer internship where I can put my knowledge and skills into practice, enabling me further to better explore career paths.
  • I researched the company website and LinkedIn profile and noticed the diverse projects executed on a local and international levels…
  • I’m interested to know more about your internship program. What are the skills and qualities you are looking for in top candidates?

2. Job specific questions candidates would ask about

  • What are the current available job vacancies
  • What are the qualifications and competencies required for this position?
  • What are the challenges for this role in your company
  • Could you describe an average day for someone in this role?
  • What types of internships does your company offer?

AFTER

THE CAREER EXPO

STEP

6

FOLLOW UP

Follow up with employers, who expressed interest in your CV or in fulfilling a certain vacancy.
Write letters to employers, preferably that same day, or the day after, thanking them for their time. Try to include a detail to help them remember you and what you valued from the conversation.
Add the company and the recruiter pages to your LinkedIn network.

STEP

7

STAY CONNECTED

Tawteen Career Center Team is ready to offer career guidance all year round before, after graduation, and throughout your career journey. Get back to the Center for any suggestion, idea, or enquiry related to your lifelong learning experience and career path.

Enjoy the Career Fair and let your professional attitude show!

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