ONCAMPUS RECRUITING ORIENTATION

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ON-CAMPUS RECRUITINGORIENTATION

• The Career Center
• at Towson University
• 7800 York Road, Suite 206
• 410-704-2233
• http//www.towson.edu/careercenter

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Purpose

• Welcome to the On-Campus Recruiting Orientation
• This orientation will provide you with the
  necessary skills to successfully participate in
  the on-campus recruitment program whether you are
  seeking a job or an internship

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Make the Commitment

• Review and sign the On-Campus Recruiting
  Agreement (Note An agreement form must be filed
  at The Career Center in order to participate in
  on-campus recruiting)
• Fax [phone]), mail or hand deliver the
  agreement to
• Cary Smedley
• Employer Relations Coordinator
• The Career Center at Towson University
• 7800 York Road, Suite 206
• Towson, MD 21252
• (Click here to obtain agreement form)

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Take the First Step Create a Hire_at_TU Account

• Login to www.towson.edu/careercenter
• Select Students and Alumni click here under
  Hire_at_TU
• If you already have an account, login. (Forgot
  your username and password? Call us at
  410-704-2233 for assistance).
• If you are new to Hire_at_TU, clickClick here to
  Register and follow the instructions

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Activate your Hire_at_TU Account

• Complete your Profile including personal data,
  academics and future plans.
• Upload your resume. You may also add a cover
  letter and related documents.
• To allow employers to review your resume In
  your profile select Yes to Allow Employers to
  View Resume and Profile and/or publish your
  resume in the Resume Book
• Note You must complete your Profile before you
  upload your resume and/or search for job and
  internship opportunities.

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The On-Campus Recruiting Season Begins

• Fall Semester October through November.
• Spring Semester March through April.
• Be sure to login to Hire_at_TU or The Career Center
  website for a list of employers participating in
  OCR.

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Begin Your Search

• Click on Schedules.
• Select Qualified Schedules to view jobs.
• Select Future Schedules and click Search to see
  a list of all positions and companies
  participating this semester.
• Click on the Schedule ID to view and apply for
  positions.

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Continue the Search

• Review the job description and requirements.
• Click Request Interview to apply and send your
  resume.
• Application deadline is one week prior to
  interview date make sure you apply on time.

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Interview Selection Process

• Employers pre-select students to interview. You
  must be accepted before you can sign up for an
  interview slot.
• You will be notified of your application status
  through Hire_at_TU account following the application
  deadline date.
• Click My Account, click,My Activity, then
  click Schedules.

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Application Status Accepted, Denied, Undecided

• If you are accepted, signup for an interview
  slotgo to My Account, click on My Activity and
  click on the Schedules tab.
• Under Pre-selection Activity, click the job
  title, then click on the Sign-up button and
  follow the instructions.
• Sign up as soon as possible to ensure you get the
  slot you want.
• If your application is denied, you did not meet
  the requirements posted in the job description.

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The Interview Process Prepare Yourself

• You should have your resume reviewed before you
  apply for a full-time job or internship position.
• You should participate in a mock interview
  session at The Career Center prior to your
  interview.
• Call 410-704-2233 to make an appointment.

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Interview Strategies

• Do your research For example Visit the companys
  Web site to learn as much as you can about the
  organization before the interview
• Review the job description and be able to
  articulate your knowledge of the company and how
  your qualifications match the job
• Always bring a list of questions to ask.

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Dress for Success

• Dress for the interview
• For men suit, tie, no visible body piercing,
  minimal cologne, polished dress shoes.
• For women pant or skirt suit, moderate make-up,
  minimal perfume and jewelry, no visible body
  piercing, closed-toe pumps.

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Interview Day

• Interviews are held at The Career Center 7800
  York Road, Suite 206.
• Arrive early (at least 15 minutes).
• Make sure you allow time for traffic, parking and
  the unexpected.
• Bring copies of resume, transcripts, references
  and portfolio (if applicable).

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What if You Are Unable to Make an Appointment?

• Call The Career Center at 410-704-2233 two days
  in advance if you need to cancel your interview.
• In case of an emergency, call the interview, if
  possible.
• Call Cary Smedley at 410-704-2233 for follow-up
  instructions.
• NOTE Applicants who do not attend a scheduled
  interview without proper notice will be removed
  from the Hire_at_TU program.
• In case of inclement weather Call TUs main
  number at 410-704-2000 or visit the website at
  http//www.towson.edu for information.

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Thank You

• Thank you for taking the time to learn about the
  on-campus recruiting and the interview process.
• Please visit The Career Center or call us at
  410-704-2233 if you have questions.
• We wish you much success in achieving your career
  goals.