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Job Fairs & Career Days

The Indiana University Northwest Office of Career Services sponsors/cosponsors job fairs and career days throughout each academic year. Career Services also promotes and encourages IU Northwest students and alumni to attend numerous job fairs and career days sponsored by other organizations in the region.

IU Northwest Job Fair

  • Indiana University Northwest - 7th Annual Employer of the Year Job Fair
    Wednesday, March 19, 2008
    9:30am – 3:00pm
    Indiana University Northwest, Savannah Center Gymnasium
    Contact , (219) 980-6650
    Below is a list of employers that are attending this years' Job Fair. If you have any questions, please call the Office of Career Services at (219) 980-6650.

    Alcoa-Howmet Casting

    Internal Revenue Services (IRS)

    American Quality Schools Corporation

    Lake County Community Corrections

    AmeriClean, Inc.

    Lake County Juvenile Court

    Arc Bridges

    LaPorte Region Health Systems

    Army Health Care Recruiting

    Livemercial

    Boys & Girls Clubs of Northwest Indiana, Inc.

    McShanes

    Campagna Academy, Inc.

    Met Life

    Care Centers Clinical, LLC

    Metropolitan Oasis CDC

    Centier Bank

    National Heritage Academics

    Charter School of the Dunes

    Pixel Information Technology Corp.

    Chicago Police Department

    Portage Police Department

    Cintas Corporation

    Porter County Sheriff Department

    City of Evanston

    Rite of Passage Community Transition Program

    Clarian Health

    Select Specialty Hospital Northwest Indiana

    Community Healthcare System

    Service Sanitation, Inc.

    Drifting Dunes Girl Scout Council

    Sisters of St. Francis Health Services

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car

    South Shore Health & Rehabilitation

    Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

    Staff Source

    First Midwest Bank

    Strack & Van Til / Ultra Foods

    Flexible Staffing Services

    TCF Bank

    Franciscan Communities - St. Anthony Campus

    Tradewinds Rehabilitation Center

    Grand Prairie Services

    U.S. Army

    Robert Hall International

    U.S. Boarder Patrol

    Hammond, School City

    University of Phoenix

    Ideas in Motion

    UPS

    Indiana Dunes Environmental Learning Center

    Walgreens

    Indiana State Government

    Wal-Mart

    IU Northwest Alumni Relations

     


Below is a listing of current job fairs in the area:

February 2008 | March 2008 | April 2008 | May 2008

  • Indiana INTERnet Internship Symposium
    See Website for additional Job Fair events dates.
  • The Times Job Fair
    Tuesday, February 19, 2008
    10:00am to 4:00pm
    Avalon Manor, 3550 East U.S. 30, Merrillville, IN  46410
    Don’t forget to dress in professional attire and bring copies of your resume. More information online at The Times website.
  • College Talent Recruitment Day
    Wednesday, February 20, 2008
    Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis, IN
    Website
  • Indiana University – Bloomington Summer Camp Jobs Fair
    Thursday, February 21, 2008
    Working at a camp is a great opportunity for student to enhance their transferable skills in communication, problem solving, leadership and event planning. For students interested in teaching, counseling, outdoor education, sports marketing, and many other career fields, working at a camp can be an invaluable experience to have on a resume. Last year over 70 camps from around the nation attended the IU Summer Camp Job Fair, and we hope to have even more this coming February 21, 2008. For more information contact: Doug Hanvey, Phone: (812) 855-7837 or e-mail: .
  • Chicago South Job Fair
    Monday, February 25, 2008
    11:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Doubletree Alsip, 5000 West 127th Street, Alsip, IL  60803
    For more information and / or directions call: (708) 371-7300.
  • Certified Teacher Employment Fair - Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS)
    Monday, March 3, 2008
    8:30am-10:00am & 1:00pm-2:00pm
    Gwinnett Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth, Georgia
    Located in Beautiful Metro Atlanta!
    To schedule an interview, please contact:
    • Elementary School Staffing – 678-301-6121, 678-301-6085 or 678-301-6132
    • Middle School Staffing – 678-301-6027 or 678-301-6122
    • High School Staffing – 678-301-6058 or 678-301-6094
    • Special Education Staffing – 678-301-6068 or 678-301-6055
Apply Online
  • Women For Hire Career Expo - Chicago
    Thursday, March 6, 2008
    10:00am-2:00pm
    Lakeview Terrace, Navy Pier, 600 East Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611
    Important Details
    • Free Admission
    • Register On-Site
    • Resumes Required for Admittance
    • Business Attire Required

For more information please refer to the Women For Hire website.
Participating Employers: This is a partial list of the participating employers. This list is updated regularly, so please check back each week. Click on the name to view a profile.

    Early Morning Seminar (Space is limited) sponsored by New York Life.
    Jump start your success by registering for this special session prior to the career expo opening. Meet Good Morning America's Workplace Contributor and Women For Hire CEO Tory Johnson. Join Tory Johnson, the CEO of Women For Hire for a special networking session prior to the start of the Women For Hire career expo. Johnson appears regularly on ABC's Good Morning America offering millions of viewers’ advice on a range of career topics, and now she brings her knowledge and inspiration directly to you. Session runs from 8:30am to 10:00am (Please arrive promptly between 8:00am and 8:15am). In addition to meeting other professional women while perfecting your networking skills, Johnson will share informative, practical and inspiring advice during this informal networking event. You will also hear briefly from recruiters about opportunities at New York Life. Fee: $15 - This fee includes: Coffee and networking - Priority admittance to the career fair at the conclusion of the session at 10:00am.
  • NWIESC (Northwest Indiana Education Service Center) Spring 2008 Education Employment Job Fair
    Saturday, March 8, 2008
    9:00am-12:00pm (registration begins at 8:45am)
    Highland High School's Main Corridor (Main Entrance), 135 Erie Street, Highland, IN 46322
    Fee: Free! Registration is required.
    Deadline: March 1, 2008
    The NWIESC in conjunction with its member school corporations will host a spring job fair to introduce prospective teachers, administrators, school services personnel, and other educational specialists to the various districts in northwest Indiana. Meet area Personnel Directors, Human Resource Specialists, and Principals as well as network with other job seekers. If you are becoming an educator, currently hold a valid educational license, and are seeking to secure a position in the K-12 school system or if you have a desire to become a substitute teacher, paraprofessional, or coach – this is a wonderful opportunity for you to meet with hiring specialists from a multitude of districts.
    Please bring the following:
    • Several copies of your updated resume.
    • Several copies of your cover letter.
    • Several copies of letters of recommendations &/or references.
    • Several copies of your teacher’s license (if applicable).
    • A folder or organizer to collect district information.
    • A CD or DVD with supporting documentation (if applicable).

Things to remember:

  • Dress professionally.
  • Use spell check on all documents for distribution.
  • Allow yourself extra time for travel in case of inclement weather.
  • Remember to register for this event. If you are unable to attend the job fair, make sure to submit the appropriate documents (resume, cover letter, and any supporting documentation) and forward them to the NWIESC by March 1, 2008.
List of participants is available at the NWIESC website.
  • 13th Annual IASB Job Fair for Teachers, Administrators and Education Majors
    Saturday, March 15, 2008
    9:00am – 2:00pm
    Shannon Center, St. Xavier University, Chicago, Illinois
    Register Online. Advanced online registration is required. Advance registration closes Tuesday, March 11, 2008 at 4:30pm. On-site interviews with school recruiting teams from Illinois schools. $5 non-refundable advance registration fee or $10 at the door. (Advance registration closed on Tuesday, March 11, 2008 at 4:30pm). Registration fees are non-refundable; only confirmed registrants will be allowed entrance to the Job Fair. Each recruiting school district will receive the IASB Job Candidate Database containing information provided in the online registration form. Approximately 45 school districts are anticipated at Job Fair, so bring enough copies of your resume to share with each representative you meet.
  • 17th Annual Indiana Collegiate Job Fair (ICJF)
    Friday April 4, 2008
    10:00am - 3:00pm
    Indiana Convention Center, Downtown Indianapolis, 100 South Capital Avenue, Indianapolis, Indiana  46225
    Over 100 Employers with Full-time Professional and Internship Opportunities in:
    • Accounting – Finance – Sales – Marketing
    • Engineering – Technology – Computer Science
    • Communication – Management – Government (Non-Profit)
    • Social Science – Healthcare Sciences – Many More
    Sponsored by Belden. This event is Open to any Degreed or Soon-to-Be Degreed Person from any College. Admission is Free. Employers are seeking Candidates from all Cultures & Backgrounds. Research Participating Employers. Hosted by:
    • Indiana University
    • Purdue University
    • Ball State University
    • Indiana State University
    • University of Southern Indiana
    For More Information: visit the Website or call: (317) 274-3215.
  • PUC / SME Manufacturing Industry Job Fair
    Friday, April 4, 2008
    12:00am - 3:00pm
    Purdue University Calumet, Gymnasium (Fitness Center), 2300 173rd St., Hammond, IN  46323
    For further information you may call: (219) 989-2600
    Remember to dress professionally and bring multiple copies of your resume!
  • Nonprofit Career Fair
    Tuesday, April 8, 2008
    Primo Banquet & Conference Center, Indianapolis, IN
    Website
  • Career Fair 2008
    Wednesday, April 9, 2008
    11:00am to 2:00pm
    Columbus Learning Center, 4555 Central Avenue, Columbus, IN  47203
    Phone: (812) 314-8533
    College & Career Exploration Center
    Sponsored by:
    • IUPUC
    • Indiana University – Purdue University Columbus
    • Purdue University
    • Ivy Tech Community College
  • IU Southeast Job Fair
    Thursday, April 10, 2008
    6:00pm-8:00pm
    Activities Building (Gym), 4201 Grant Line Road New Albany, IN  47150
    Gold Sponsors:
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    Silver Sponsors:
    • Kroger
    • Walgreen's
    • Beach Mold & Tool
    • Bankers Life & Casualty
    Employers & jobseekers --visit our website for more details and a list of participating employers or e-mail: . Call Lynn at (812) 941-2265 for more information.
  • Teacher Candidate Interview Day
    Wednesday, April 16, 2008
    Hendrick’s County 4-H Fairgrounds & Conference Center, Danville, IN
    Website
  • Professional & Executive Diversity Job Fair
    Wednesday, May 7, 2008, 10:00am – 3:00pm
    Navy Pier – 600 East Grand Avenue, Chicago, Illinois
    4 Year Degree Required. No registration is required. Bring plenty of resumes. Dress professionally. For more information go to the website. Partial Chicago Job Fair Exhibitors:
    • American Bar Association
    • AXA Advisors, LLC
    • Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    • CDW
    • C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc.
    • CIMCO Communication, Inc.
    • Horseshoe Casino
    • IDES
    • Illinois State Police
    • MB Financial Bank
    • MicroTrain
    • Merrill Lynch
    • Morton Salt
    • Nalco Company
    • New York Life Insurance Co.
    • Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corp.
    • Robert Bosch Tool Corp.
    • Sara Lee Food Services
    • True Value Company
    • U.S. Army Recruiting Battalion Chicago
    • U.S. Marine Corp.
    • U.S. Secret Service
    • Verizon Wireless
    • Walgreen’s
    • Wells Fargo Financial
    • WGN-TV
    More added daily!
  • Reach Out and Teach Someone: A Teacher Recruitment Fair for the Alamance-Burlington School System
    Friday, May 9, 2008 from 1:00pm-4:00pm
    At the Mebane Arts Center in Mebane, N.C.
    Pre-registration is not required. If you have any questions, please contact Rhonda Schuhler, Director, Personnel support Services at (336) 570-6090 ext. 422.
    Website
    Directions to Mebane Arts Center: Take Exit 153 off of I-85 / 40 onto Highway 119. Turn left onto Holmes Road. Turn right onto Third Street Extension. Go one mile, turn left onto Corrigidor Road.
  • Chicago Job Fair
    Monday, May 12, 2008, from 11:00am to 2:00pm
    Holiday Inn Chicago-Mart Plaza, 350 North Orleans, Chicago, Illinois
    Get Directions or Call (312) 836-5000. Bring at Lease 20 Resumes! Meet Face to Face with Chicago’s Top Employers. “The Monster Job Fair” is the place to promote your skills and experience. Meet with dozens of companies actively hiring and looking for qualified talent in such industries as:
    • Accounting / Auditing
    • Administrative and Support Services
    • Advertising / Marketing / Public Relations
    • Banking
    • Consumer Products
    • Customer Service and Call Center
    • Finance / Economics
    • Financial Services
    • Healthcare
    • Hospitality / Tourism
    • Insurance
    • Real Estate / Mortgage
    • Restaurant & Food Service
    • Retail / Wholesale
    • Sales
    • And many more…..
  • Campagna Academy, Inc. Job Fair
    Friday – May 23, 2008 from 9:00am – 3:00pm
    Campagna Academy Gymnasium, 7403 Cline Avenue, Schererville, IN
    Career Opportunities Available, Resumes and Cover Letters can be submitted to:
    Campagna Academy
    Attn: Human Resources
    7403 Cline Avenue
    Schererville, IN  46375

    Fax: (219) 322-8436
    E-mail: clewis@cahope.org

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Last Updated: 15 May 2008
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