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Washington, DC
Diversity Job Fair
as part of the 2008 Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Annual Legislative Conference
September 25 - 27, 2008
9/25, 12:30-7 - 9/26, 10-6 - 9/27, 9-4
Washington Convention Center
801 Mount Vernon Pl NW
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Free & open to everyone
Must be at least 21
No registration is req'd
Bring plenty of resumes
Dress professionally
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POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN:
Sales & Marketing, Management, Engineering, Finance & Accounting, Security Clearance,
Foodservice & Hospitality, Government, Retail, IT & Software, Education, Health Care,
Media & Entertainment, Administration, & more!
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PSI is the official Job Fair Producer of the CBCF Annual Legislative Conference.
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Washington Job Fair Exhibitors:
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THE CONFERENCE:
The CBCF (Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc.) is a non-partisan, non-profit, public policy research and educational institute. Its mission is to educate and assist leaders of today and help prepare a new generation of leaders for the future. The CBCF provides a national forum to develop strategies and viable solutions to public policy issues facing Black America.
THE DIVERSITY JOB FAIR
The PSI Diversity Job Fair in DC is a “featured” part of the 2008 CBCF Conference. The Career Fair is open to the CBCF attendees and is also open to professional candidates from the Washington DC Area. Past CBCF Conferences have averaged over 15,000 attendees. The CBCF PSI Diversity Job Fair is on the floor of the CBCF exhibit area. Don’t miss out on this exceptional opportunity to promote diversity and recruit qualified, affluent, and experienced candidates at the CBCF 2008 Annual Legislative Conference.
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Event Overview:
The Diversity Job Fair is free and open to anyone ages 21 and older regardless of ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, etc.
Meet face-to-face with recruiters and hiring managers from local and national employers, and speak candidly with industry leaders about opportunities in your field.
Whether you're an active job seeker or just curious, you may discover a career opportunity just right for you.
Follow these tips to maximize your job fair success!
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Bring resumes, as well as, a pen and a notepad.
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Dress professionally (conservative business suit, comfortable dress shoes, etc.).
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Your introduction is your initial interview.
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When you meet a recruiter, be friendly, confident, and assertive. Give a firm handshake while introducing yourself.
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Practice a 45-60 second personal advertisement to communicate your strengths and goals. Speak clearly and make eye contact.
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The Job Fair is setup like an open house trade show. You may walk through and speak with the recruiters you choose.
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Use the program guide you will receive at the event to learn more about the participating companies and job openings.
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Ask for business cards when you speak with recruiters. Send personal thank you notes via email after the event, and make follow-up calls to schedule an interview.
Who can attend the Professional Diversity Job Fair?
All our events are diverse and multicultural which means they are open to all. Employers are interested in your background and experience. By participating, employers are extending their welcome to candidates from all types of backgrounds. Most will require US Citizenship.
How is the Job Fair set up?
The PSI Job Fair is an “open house” trade show environment. Each employer recruits from its own 8’ X 10’ booth space. As an “open house’ you can attend any time during the published hours and talk with only the employers you choose.
Don't keep this to yourself! Feel free to bring a friend!
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