Here are some tips for attending and standing out at this year’s In Person Environmental Connect:

• Communicating with employers
  • Look your best to help your confidence in making a memorable first impression
  • Research the featured organizations on LinkedIn or company websites to have a step up when networking
  • Write down questions based on your research and what you want to learn to use at the event
  • Thank them and ask to connect again for a more in-depth conversation

• Be ready to ask good questions
  • What is the typical career path of an entry level employee?
  • Does your company offer internships?
  • What are the biggest challenges a new hire encounters when starting with your company?

• Follow up with employers
  • Utilize Handshake to learn more about the employers you meet.
  • Email or LinkedIn-message employers you want to get to know better.
  • Set up time for a 30 minute informational interview in the next month to start building a stronger connection for future job opportunities.

Here are links to different  materials and pages that will help you build you resume, contact potential employers, and get started with the ENVS Internship Program:

• Materials for Interviewing, Applying, and other resources
  • This page contains information on creating your resume and cover letter, interviewing, and connecting with potential employers and internship opportunities.
• Resume Tips
  • This handy PDF goes in-depth on methods for creating and updating your resume.
• ENVS 404 Information
  • This page contains information about the ENVS 404 Internship program.