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Spring Career Fair

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Wednesday, March 5, 2025 • 1:30-4:30 p.m. (ET) 

Connect with employers representing a variety of corporate, non-profit and government organizations, as well as graduate schools promoting their programs at the Spring Career Fair. Open to all Xavier students and alumni seeking full-time employment, internship experience, or exploring graduate programs.

PREPARE FOR THE SPRING CAREER FAIR

  • Complete your Handshake profile and set to public.
  • Ensure your polished and updated resume is uploaded to your Handshake profile for employers participating in the event to view.
  • Professional attire required.
  • Schedule an appointment with a Career Coach or visit during special drop-in hours if you need help preparing for the career fairs.

CAREER FAIR PREP:  Information Coming Soon

Career Development offers a variety of opportunities to help you prepare for the Spring Career Fairs!  

  • JCPenney Suit Up Shopping Experience: Shop at JCPenney for career dress apparel - everything you need to look your best for the Spring Career Fair and upcoming interviews. All shoppers will receive an additional 30% off coupon by texting "GOXU" to 67292. 
    • In-Person Shopping Event: February 2 from 3-6 PM at 4632 Eastgate Blvd, Cincinnati, OH, 45245
  • Creating your College Resume: Whether you've never created a resume before, you're still using your resume from high school, or you've found your dream job/internship and can't wait to apply, this session is for you! Our career coaching team will be covering the ins and outs of a college resume in order to help you make a great impression.
    • February 5 at 5 PM in Alter 102
  • Leveraging LinkedIn: Join us to review LinkedIn standards and learn tips to "level up" your LinkedIn profile and engagement!
    • February 11 at 5 PM in Smith G29
  • Career Fair Hacks:  Learn what to expect at the Spring Career Fair!  Staff will talk about how to navigate both the career fair. We'll cover Handshake, interactions with employers, and how to make the best first impression.
    • February 18 at 4 PM in CLC 406
    • February 19 at 5 PM (on Teams)
  • Career Coaching Drop-Ins:  Have your resume reviewed, get advice for researching employers before the fair, or practice your elevator pitch with a Career Coach!  Drop-ins will be hosted in-person outside the entrance to CLC 530.
    • Extended Drop-In Schedule:
    • February 24-27 from 1-5 PM
    • March 3 & 4 from 10 AM-Noon & 1-5 PM

RESEARCH REGISTERED EMPLOYERS

Login to Handshake to see the full list of registered employers and the positions for which they plan to recruit at the event. This list is updated as employers register, so check back often!

SPECIAL THANKS

We would like to give a special thanks to the following organizations:

Our Employer Advisory Board: Cincinnati Insurance Companies, Cintas, Fifth Third Bank, Kroger, and Trihealth

Our Spring Career Fair Sponsors:

Our Spring Career Fair Door Prize Sponsors:

TELL US WHAT ORGANIZATIONS YOU WANT TO SEE AT THE FAIR

Complete this 2-minute survey to tell us what employers you most hope to see at the Spring Career Fair. We will reach out to them to encourage them to register!