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Autumn Careers Fair

Welcome to the Autumn Careers Fair

This fair brings together a wide range of high-profile recruiters offering graduate roles and placement opportunities across diverse sectors.

It鈥檚 one of the earliest chances in the academic year to meet employers face-to-face, ask questions, and explore what鈥檚 on offer. Many organisations begin recruiting early, so attending this fair could give you a valuable head start.

Don鈥檛 forget you can also visit the Student Opportunity stand for advice about your career, or for hints and tips as to how to make the most of your visit. We鈥檙e here to help you so come and say hello!

Tuesday 13 October

11am - 4pm

About the fair

Which employers are attending?

Go to to access the list of employers attending, browse their profiles and see what opportunities they are offering.

Organisations are listed on the top right hand side of the page. You will be able to view each employer profile to find out more about them, browse vacancies they have listed or click through to their website to find out about more.

Make a note of who you are interested in talking to and prepare for the fair in advance or look at the some of the useful questions to ask if you need a hand to kickstart a conversation on the day.

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Before the fair

Preparing for the fair

A little prep goes a long way when it comes to making the most of a careers fair. Here鈥檚 some ideas as to how to walk in ready:

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  • Do your research: Check which employers are attending and shortlist the ones that interest you. Research what they do and what roles they offer.
  • Polish your CV: Bring printed copies of your updated CV. Tailor it to the kinds of roles you're aiming for.
  • Practice your pitch: Be ready to introduce yourself - who you are, what you鈥檙e studying, and what you鈥檙e looking for. Keep it short, confident, and clear.
  • Prepare questions: Ask about company culture, graduate schemes, or what they look for in candidates. Show genuine interest.
  • Review the events tips and etiquette page which is packed full of useful information.
  • Dress the part: First impressions count. Aim for smart-casual or professional attire that makes you feel confident. The WorkWear Wardrobe will also be available for you to take away items of clothing on the day.
  • Bring a notebook: Jot down names, tips, and follow-up actions. It helps you stay organised and shows you鈥檙e serious.

Think of the fair as a launchpad, not just for jobs, but for ideas, connections, and clarity. The more prepared you are, the more beneficial and productive your experience will be.

Don't forget you can always visit the Student Opportunity stand on the day for some extra pointers or a quick confidence boost

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Help on the day

Student Opportunity careers stand

Visit us on the day of the fair for:

    • Advice about how to approach the fair
    • Information about how to develop your skills
    • How we can support your employment search
    • Work experience
    • Careers guidance
    • Information about programmes we run including TeamWork and 糖心TV Award
    • Support in accessing the fair - please enquire at the registration desk
    • Your free copy of the Times Top 100 Graduate Employers Guide

    Accessibility and support at the fair

    We want to make sure that you have every opportunity to attend events run by Student Opportunity. That鈥檚 why we have a quiet half-hour, before the advertised start time of the Fair, should students with disabilities, access needs or long-term health conditions wish to visit the fairs before they get very busy. If you have additional needs or require support on the day, please email employerconnect@warwick.ac.uk and we would be happy to support you further.

    We will have a quiet time available before the fair and we'll open this for booking nearer the time.

    What to ask?

    It can be daunting speaking to employers at a Fair but remember plenty of help is on hand. Some example questions for employers include:

    • What are the company鈥檚 plans for the next 5 years?
    • Why did you personally decide to work for this organisation?
    • What has been the most interesting project you have worked on?
    • What happens in a typical day?
    • How would you describe the firm鈥檚 culture and environment?
    • What are the key issues within the industry?

    Have a look at the Tips and Etiquette page or visit the stand for more help on the day

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    After the fair


    Make the most of attending

    The fair might be over, but your career journey is just getting started. Here鈥檚 how to follow up and make the most of the connections you鈥檝e made:

    • Reflect and review: Take a moment to jot down who you spoke to, what you learned, and which opportunities excited you most.
    • Follow up: If you collected business cards or contact details, send a polite thank-you email. Mention something specific from your conversation to help them remember you.
    • Connect online: Add recruiters or company reps on LinkedIn with a short message. It鈥檚 a great way to stay in their network and keep up with future openings.
    • Tailor your applications: Use what you learned to refine your CV and cover letters. Highlight relevant skills and show genuine interest in the roles you discussed.
    • Stay organised: Create a simple tracker for applications, deadlines, and follow-ups. It鈥檒l help you stay on top of things and avoid missing key dates.
    • Keep the momentum: Don鈥檛 wait! Start applying, researching, and reaching out. The energy you gained from the fair is your fuel.

    Careers fairs are more than one-day events, they鈥檙e launchpads. What you do next can turn a conversation into a career.

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