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Job fairs are a great place to meet employers. Company representatives attend job fairs to meet potential employees and increase awareness of their organization. Read our handout for detailed information about job fairs.
*Denotes Calvin-sponsored event
*Health Careers Networking Reception
Monday, February 8, 2010, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Calvin's Prince Conference Center
Calvin students seeking nursing externships and full-time positions attend this fair. List of registered employers.
*Careerfest and Health Careers Day
Tuesday, February 9, 2010, 2-6 p.m. DeVos Place Convention Center
For students from all majors from a variety of local colleges and universities. Companies recruit for full-time positions as well as internships. Free shuttle available, leaving from the Spoelhof flag pole at 1:30, 2:30, 3:30, and 4:30 and from the convention center at 3:00, 4:00, 5:00, and 6:00. No pre-registration is necessary for the fair or the shuttle. See a list of registered employers and available positions. (List of employers and opportunities also available in Excel, updated Jan 26). We'll have extra walk-in hours on Mon, Feb 8, from 1:00-5:00 to help you prepare for this fair!
*Missions Fair
Thursday & Friday, February 11 & 12, 9:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Calvin College Hekman Library Lobby
The Missions Fair is held to increase awareness among students from various backgrounds about the mission field as well and ignite an interest in students who are searching for opportunities to get involved in missions. Students seeking short and long term mission opportunities attend. Register using a paper form or online. See who has registered.
Pistons 10th Annual Career Fair
Tuesday, February 16, The Palace of Auburn Hills, 1:00-5:00 p.m.
Bringing together industry leaders of pro sports, college athletics, minor leagues, sports marketing companies, broadcasting organizations, and more. Representatives from over 30 sports & entertainment organizations will attend.
International Teaching Job Fair (Council of International Schools/International School Services)
February 16-19, Philadelphia. More information at www.cois.org.
*Calvin College Engineering and Computer Science Career Fair
Wednesday, February 24, 2010, 1:30-5:00 p.m. Calvin's Prince Conference Center
A fair for the technical and science industry, including computer science, engineering, and the physical sciences. See more information, including employer registration materials. See a list of currently registered employers.
*Out of State Teacher Fair
Monday, March 8, 2010, 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. GVSU Allendale Campus-Kirkhof Center
Schools from all over the country recruit at this teacher job fair. See a list of registered districts as well as their open positions. On March 9, many districts will be conducting follow-up interviews.
Friday, March 19, 2010, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Burton Manor Banquet and Conference Center , 27777 Schoolcraft Road, Livonia, MI
The Michigan Collegiate Job Fair (MCJF) is a state-wide job fair held in spring and fall each year. The Michigan Collegiate Job Fair is sponsored by Eastern Michigan University and Michigan Association of Colleges and Employers. The charge is $10.00 for early registration or $20 at the door. It is an excellent opportunity for job seekers to meet employers. MCJF is open to seniors, graduates and alumni of any two- or four-year college. Employers who participate in the job fair seek primarily entry-level candidates for positions in business, engineering, sciences, computer science, liberal arts, human services and allied health.
*Teacher Search
Wednesday, April 28, 2010, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Calvin College
School districts will send representatives to interview or meet with candidates who are finishing their program in education at Aquinas, Calvin, Cornerstone, GVSU, and Hope. Employer paper registration form or register online.
Recent Past Events
*Accounting Night
Monday, September 21, 2009, Calvin College Prince Conference Center, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
A mini-job fair for accounting majors. Dinner for recruiters at 5:30, seniors arrive at 6:30, juniors at 7:30. Contact Kristy for more information.
*How to Excel in Your Job Search
Monday, October 5, 2009, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Calvin College Meeter Center Lecture Hall
This workshop will feature local human resources professionals from Steelcase who can offer advice on writing an effective resume, networking and succeeding at a job fair. Refreshments and networking will take place after the presentation.
MSU Science, Engineering & Technology Exchange Career Fair
Wednesday, October 7, 2009 at the Breslin Student Events Center in East Lansing: Co-op/Internship Fair: noon - 2 p.m.; Full Time Fair: 3 - 7 p.m.
Calvin students are welcome to attend the MSU engineering fair to meet more than 100 companies who have already registered. Go to
https://msu-csm.symplicity.com/events/students.php?cf=2009gallery&cck=1&au=&ck=
and select "Science, Engineering & Technology Exchange (October 07, 2009) under the "Day" field to see a list of employers. Stop by the table for NAVAIR, a civilian branch of the Department of Defense, to meet recent Calvin grad Julie Stoddard who will be recruiting at the event.
Thomson Reuters Intern Open House
Wednesday, October 7, 2009, Noon – 5:30 PM, 880 Technology Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Calvin students are invited to an open house to learn about careers and internships with Thomson Reuters, a technology and information leader. Learn about the tax and accounting profession, computer systems, networks, and troubleshooting. Earn money during a full-time internship and receive housing allowance and bonus. Gain professional experience in a casual work environment. Contact brie.hoeft@thomsonreuters.com with questions.
Wednesday, October 14, 2009, 2-6 p.m., DeVos Place Convention Center
A fair for all majors from a variety of local colleges and universities. Companies recruit for full-time positions as well as internships. Free shuttle available, leaving from the Spoelhof flag pole at 1:30, 2:30, 3:30 and 4:30, and from the DeVos back to Calvin at 3:00, 4:00, 5:00, and 6:00. No pre-registration is necessary for the fair or the shuttle. View a list of employers who registered.
Thursday, February 4, 2010, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (need to attend the entire day), Lexington Lansing (formerly Sheraton), Lansing, MI
A unique fair organized by 17 private liberal arts colleges and universities in Michigan. This event is organized into a "meet and greet" morning session and scheduled interviews in the afternoon. See a list of participating employers or check out this video for more information. Stop by the Career Development Office to register. $10 registration fee.
Auto-Owners Insurance Career Day: Info Technology and Actuary
Friday, February 5, 2010, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. 6101 Anacapri Blvd., Lansing, MI 48917
Auto-Owners Insurance Company invites all juniors, seniors, and recent grads majoring in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Math to a FREE LUNCH at our home office. Professional attire. Come see how your degree is utilized in the insurance industry.
(Must be eligible to work in the U.S.). Register by contacting: Mark: 517-703-2487 or hempsted.mark@aoins.com.
