|
|
Pittsburgh, PA
Regional Diversity Event
April 27, 2010
10:00am - 3:00pm
Carnegie Mellon University-Wiegand Gymnasium
5000 Forbes Avenue
>>
|
|
|
|
POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN:
|
|
Pittsburgh Job Fair Exhibitors:
 | Past Exhibitors Have Included: | |
Allegheny County Airport Authority | |
Bayer Corporation | |
Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) | |
Chesapeake Energy | |
Comcast | |
Dish Network | |
EQT Corporation | |
FBI | |
Greater Pittsburgh Food Bank | |
HCR ManorCare | |
The Home Depot | |
McDonald's Corporation | |
McKesson Corporation | |
NCIS | |
Penn State University | |
Pittsburgh Post Gazette | |
Quest Diagnostics | |
Transportation Security Administration | |
Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh | |
US Army | |
United States Marine Corps | |
United States Navy | |
US Secret Service | |
United Way of Pittsburgh | |
Vocollect | |
Walmart | |
Waste Management | |
And More! |
|
|
| |
>> Information for Employers |
|
|
>> Information for Jobseekers |
|
| |
Join the NAACP and PSI at the Pittsburgh Job Fair on April 27, 2010. The NAACP Diversity Job Fair event has been one of Pittsburgh’s most popular job fair events for many years. Held once yearly over 900 diverse candidates typically attend this one-day event.
For over 16 years the PSI Diversity Job Fair has been the “official” Diversity Job Fair of the NAACP National Convention and the National Urban League Conference. The NAACP shares in event revenues.
Go to the Contact Us page to submit your request for additional information.
>> Check out the Jobseeker Resource Center <<
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!
-
Bring resumes, as well as, a pen and a notepad.
-
Dress professionally (conservative business suit, comfortable dress shoes, etc.).
-
Your introduction is your initial interview.
-
When you meet a recruiter, be friendly, confident, and assertive. Give a firm handshake while introducing yourself.
-
Practice a 45-60 second personal advertisement to communicate your strengths and goals. Speak clearly and make eye contact.
-
The Job Fair is setup like an open house trade show. You may walk through and speak with the recruiters you choose.
-
Use the program guide you will receive at the event to learn more about the participating companies and job openings.
-
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!
|
|
|
|
|
|