Career Fairs and Industry Events

Career fairs and events are held throughout the academic year for employers to connect, recruit and network with Brandeis undergraduate and graduate students as it relates to employment and career opportunities. For the fall 2020 and spring 2021 semesters, all career events and primary career fairs will be held virtually on our career management system, Handshake. 

Employers are encouraged to register early and review this quick video tutorial about registration, participation and setting up virtual group and one-on-one sessions with students.

Please note that all employer attendees MUST have an active Handshake account in order to participate in virtual fairs. Create your account, here.

Virtual Career Fair Information

Our virtual career fairs are held on our career management platform, Handshake. Not only does this provide a more intimate setting for you to meet with students, but you also have complete control over your schedule. Upon registration, you will be prompted to choose your virtual engagement format which includes:

• Group Sessions: Schedule (up to three) 30-minute group sessions to meet with 50 students at one time, in one virtual room provided by Handshake (or your own virtual platform).

• 1:1 Sessions: Set up these 10-minute one-on-one sessions prior to the fair to meet with interested students. You also have the ability to set them up after the group session and set parameters around the type of qualifications students must meet in order to participate.

An additional benefit of the virtual fair, is that employers can find qualified candidates of interest ahead of the event using the Handshake search function. You can narrow down your desired qualifications by G.P.A., work authorization, major group and graduation year. This will provide you with a much more seamless and targeted experience while having the ability to message students ahead of time indicating your interest.

Career Fair Insight and Expectations for Employers

• Gain direct access to a diverse and talented pool of students

• Brand and market your organization on the Brandeis campus and to our community

• Develop connections with Brandeis staff and faculty in your areas of interest for future engagement activities and opportunities

• Receive high-touch support and follow-up. After the event, employers will have the opportunity to receive resume bundles as well as access and invitations to other recruiting activities and events.