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[QUOTE=EARTHQUAKE2689;338392]yes I have.[/QUOTE]


I'm considering attending one next week in Denver. It's a very big one. I have never gone to one and don't know what to expect, or what to do. Do they interview on the spot? Can you really get a job that way?

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[quote=jsarno;338394]I'm considering attending one next week in Denver. It's a very big one. I have never gone to one and don't know what to expect, or what to do. Do they interview on the spot? Can you really get a job that way?[/quote]


They do interview on the spot and I would bring my resume if I were you and you can get a job that way.

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[QUOTE=EARTHQUAKE2689;338395]They do interview on the spot and I would bring my resume if I were you and you can get a job that way.[/QUOTE]

They will actually hire you on the spot too?

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It's very rare that they hire on the spot. And job fairs are usually for pretty entry level jobs/internships.

But it's good to go, dress well, take several copies of your resume, and make contacts. That's the key-make contacts.

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[quote=jsarno;338397]They will actually hire you on the spot too?[/quote]


in some cases but like SS said it is very rare, but they are mostly for entry level positions.

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[QUOTE=SmootSmack;338399]It's very rare that they hire on the spot. And job fairs are usually for pretty entry level jobs/internships.

But it's good to go, dress well, take several copies of your resume, and make contacts. That's the key-make contacts.[/QUOTE]

Are they all entry level? There will be a couple of banks in attendence, and they need Branch Managers, would they even consider someone like me looking for a management position of some kind?

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[QUOTE=jsarno;338401]Are they all entry level? There will be a couple of banks in attendence, and they need Branch Managers, would they even consider someone like me looking for a management position of some kind?[/QUOTE]

In other words, would it be worth my time to travel 8 hours there and 8 hours back for such a thing? (I'd be staying with a friend, so that's not a huge deal)

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[QUOTE=jsarno;338402]In other words, would it be worth my time to travel 8 hours there and 8 hours back for such a thing? (I'd be staying with a friend, so that's not a huge deal)[/QUOTE]

Well, you're not likely to find a management job at a job fair. But if you already have a place to stay then I'd make the sacrifice of heading out to the job fair. What else do you have to do with your time? The Never Ending Thread can survive without you for a day :)

Seriously though, I'd find out what companies will be there. Research the ones you're most interested in. Go to the job fair and target those companies first. Showing them you're interested face to face can go a long way.

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[QUOTE=SmootSmack;338407]Well, you're not likely to find a management job at a job fair. But if you already have a place to stay then I'd make the sacrifice of heading out to the job fair. What else do you have to do with your time? The Never Ending Thread can survive without you for a day :)

Seriously though, I'd find out what companies will be there. Research the ones you're most interested in. Go to the job fair and target those companies first. Showing them you're interested face to face can go a long way.[/QUOTE]


Good advice.
There is one bank in particular that will be there that I would really like to work for.
Here is a link to all the employers in attendance:
[url=http://denver.jobing.com/expo_js_companies.asp?ViewMode=J&eventDate=8/16/2007]Denver Jobs - Search jobs in Denver, Colorado from Jobing.com - Employers Attending[/url]

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Should I treat it like an interview, ie: wear my suit?

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[quote=jsarno;338410]Should I treat it like an interview, ie: wear my suit?[/quote]


yes definetly wear a suit.

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[QUOTE=EARTHQUAKE2689;338411]yes definetly wear a suit.[/QUOTE]

Cool...I think I will go...It can't hurt right!
Are you guys sure Warpath could do without me for 3 days or so?
I figure I'll leave on Wednesday, then spend all day on Thursday meeting with people and setting up interviews for Friday, then I'll come back friday night, or maybe even saturday morning.

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Have you tried headhunters? Man, there's nothing sweeter/easier than having someone look for the perfect job for you. Also, some companies like local candidates only so if you can I'd suggest using your friends address on your resume.

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[quote=jsarno;338413]Cool...I think I will go...It can't hurt right!
Are you guys sure Warpath could do without me for 3 days or so?
I figure I'll leave on Wednesday, then spend all day on Thursday meeting with people and setting up interviews for Friday, then I'll come back friday night, or maybe even saturday morning.[/quote]


yes the warpath will survive without you for 3 days hopefully LOL, But when you come back be ready for the new and improved Earthquake.

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[QUOTE=saden1;338415]Have you tried headhunters? Man, there's nothing sweeter/easier than having someone look for the perfect job for you. Also, some companies like local candidates only so if you can I'd suggest using your friends address on your resume.[/QUOTE]

Yes, I have tried, but just like what you said, they only look for local candidates. Maybe if I am actually there, they might see me face to face and give me a shot.