Career Day is a time for candidates to meet with a variety of employers and graduate school program representatives to discuss internship and full-time employment opportunities. Due to COVID-19 we will offer both an in-person Career Fair, as well as a Virtual Career Fair at the same time. Students are welcome to attend both events.
Registration includes: Admittance/breakfast, 1 six-foot table, and 2 chairs.
Early Bird: $100 (Ends at 5 pm on August 28)
Standard: $125
School Districts: Free
Government or Non-Profit: $75
Electricity Add On: $15
Register by September 25 to be included in all promotional materials.
No refunds for cancellation/no-show after September 25, 2020.
Employers can choose to do either the in person fair or virtual fair - please do not register for both.
Please click on one of the images below to register for either the in person or virtual event:
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SCHEDULE FOR IN PERSON CAREER DAY EVENT
| 6:30 am – 8:30 am | Check-in and set-up |
| 7:30 am – 8:30 am | Breakfast - for employers only |
| 8:30 am – 12:30 pm | Career Day |
| 12:30 pm | Booth tear down may begin, boxed lunches available |
| 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm | Interviewing spots available in the Student Union |
MITIGATION MATTERS
As a part of your registration, a mask and hand sanitizer will be provided when you arrive. You are also welcome to bring your own. Booths will be arranged in a single row, with barriers used to create student flow and distancing. If you have additional questions or concerns, please email or call me directly.
PARTICIPATING VIRTUALLY
If you are participating virtually, the online portion will also run from 8:30 am – 12:30 pm. Personalized details will be sent to you about format and logging on.
DIRECTIONS TO HUGHES FIELDHOUSE
The Hughes Fieldhouse is located near the corner of N Country Club Road and College Avenue - https://www.nwmissouri.edu/maps/index.htm. Driving directions to campus can be found here - https://www.nwmissouri.edu/admissions/campusvisits/maps.htm.
LOADING/UNLOADING/PARKING
The loading and unloading zone is directly south of the building. Student volunteers will be available to help you with your materials. Pull into lots 62 or 63 and drive towards the Fieldhouse to access the loading/unloading area. Map of lots 62 & 63 can be found here - http://www.nwmissouri.edu/police/PDF/parkingMap.pdf . Please park in lots 62 & 63, no parking permits are necessary during the event in this lot. Handicapped parking spaces are available.
BREAKFAST
A hearty breakfast will be available for employers/vendors and school districts from 7:30 am to 8:30 am in the Hughes Fieldhouse.
CAREER DAY
Career Day begins promptly at 8:30 am and runs until 12:30 pm. Booths may not be torn down before 12:30 pm. Coffee, soda, water, and snacks will be available throughout the event. Employers and school districts are strongly encouraged to remain set up for the entire event.
INTERVIEWING
All employers are invited to stay and utilize our facilities to conduct interviews. Interview spaces are available on the afternoon of Career Day, as well as the following day.
When you arrive at Career Day, a packet will be on your table that includes details about interviews, as well as scheduling forms that can be used for either/both days. If you would like to reserve a space to interview, please bring your completed schedule to the check-in table at the conclusion of Career Day, so we may make a copy, provide you with a lunch ticket, and direct you to your interviewing spot in the Student Union. Forms will also be provided for you to hand to the student so they are aware of where/when the interview will take place.
LODGING INFORMATION
http://www.nwmissouri.edu/admissions/campusvisits/lodging.htm
SHIPPING MATERIALS TO CAMPUS
If you shipped materials to campus they will be at your booth when you arrive.
Students do not need to register for the event. There is no cost for students to attend.
CHECK-IN
Doors will open at 8:30 am. Please bring your Bearcat card for faster check-in. Students will also be able to sign in using their 919 number. Students will be able to print a nametag to wear at the event at check-in.
PROFESSIONAL ATTIRE
Students are encouraged to visit the Career Closet prior to the event to find professional attire. All clothing and accessories are available at no cost. More information on professional attire can be found on the interviewing webpage.
RESUMES
Students are encouraged to bring copies of their resumes to Career Day to share with employers. Career Services is able to help students with resumes prior to the event Monday through Friday from 9 am to 4 pm in Admin 130. We also have online resources to help with resume creation.
| Employers | Major Clusters Requested |
|---|---|
| Burrus Seed Company | School of Agriculture, School of Business, School of Communication and Mass Media |
| CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA) | School of Business |
| Clarinda CSD | School of Agriculture, Division of Behavioral Sciences, School of Business, School of Education, Department of Fine and Performing Arts, Department of Language, Literature and Writing, Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Department of Natural Sciences |
| Herzog Contracting Corp. | School of Business, School of Computer Science and Information Systems |
| Missouri Farm Bureau Insurance | All Majors |
| Missouri State Highway Patrol | All Majors |
| St. Joseph Police Department | All Majors |
| State Farm - Stella Spiking Agency | All Majors |
| YMCA of Greater Kansas City | Division of Behavioral Sciences, School of Education, Department of Fine and Performing Arts, School of Health Science and Wellness, Department of Language, Literature and Writing |
| Employers | Major Clusters Requested |
|---|---|
| Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City | School of Business, School of Communication and Mass Media, School of Computer Science and Information Systems, Department of Mathematics and Statistics |
| MFA Incorporated | School of Business, School of Communication and Mass Media |
