Education Hiring Fair
Thursday, March 25, 2021, 1-4 p.m. - Register here
School districts from all over California are looking to meet and hire future teachers and education professionals in their districts. This career fair is a must for those who want to learn more about a career in education at the K-12 level, start networking early, or talk to hiring officials. Please note that this event is online.
A virtual format will enhance the experience, allowing you to:
- Meet with employers. Interact with recruiters through video, audio, or chat.
- Discover new career opportunities. Get personalized recommendations based on
your Handshake profile for which employers to connect with. - Never wait in line, ever. Pre-schedule 1:1 or group sessions with employers ahead of the fair or on the day-of.
- Make an impression. Bring your unique perspective to the table, ask great
questions, and follow up with recruiters after the fair.
As you prepare for the fair, it’s important that you register for employer sessions in advance. You can only attend sessions you registered for. Check out this article to learn how to register.
Some employers have set qualifications to define which students can register for their sessions. To ensure you qualify for employer sessions, make sure you have filled out the following fields on your profile:
- School year, major and GPA, which can be found on your profile
- Work authorization status, which can be found on the Privacy & Settings page
Here are some additional resources to help you prepare for the fair:
- Handshake’s Guide to Success at Virtual Career Fairs
- Virtual Career Fairs Are Here! Next Stop: Getting Hired
- Attending a Virtual Career Fair? Here Are 10 Tips You Need to Know
- How to Make a Good Impression in a Virtual Interview
- Preparing Your Virtual Fair Elevator Pitch
- How to Prepare for Virtual 1:1 Sessions