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601 University Drive
San Marcos, TX 78666
512.245.2645 phone
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Job Fairs for Students and Alumni

Throughout the course of the year Career Services offers a variety of Job Fairs to assist you in finding employment. Click on the links below to get information on the fairs that most fits your needs.  For more information call our office at 512.245.2645.

Employers - click here to go to the Employers Page


Other Job Fairs

 

Fall Semester Job Fairs

Virtual Part-Time Campus Job Fair
  June 16 - August 29, 2008

Resume Assistance

Health Professions and Social Services Job Fair
Wednesday, October 1, 2008

Fall Job and Internship Fair
Wednesday, October 8, 2008

Fall Construction Job Fair
  Thursday, October 16, 2008

Mass Communications Career Fair
Monday, October 20, 2008

Fall Teacher Job Fair
  
Tuesday, November 4, 2008

Texas State Graduate Program Information
Wednesday, November 5, 2008


Other Job Fairs

Disability Information


Spring Semester Job Fair

Summer Job Fair
  Wednesday, February 4, 2009


Spring Construction Job Fair
tba 2009

Spring Job and Internship EXPO
tba 2009

Spring Teacher Job Fair
Wednesday, April 1, 2009

Other Job Fairs

Disability Information


StarVirtual Part-Time Campus Job Fair

Virtual - Online only through Jobs4Cats
June 16 - August 29, 2008

Find your on-campus job early!  You will have the opportunity to review and apply for part-time jobs using Jobs4Cats.  This fair is for on-campus employment only!

You must upload a resume, Application for On-Campus Employment, and class schedule to participate in the Virtual Part-Time Campus Job Fair.

Virtual Part-Time Campus Job Fair Tour & Instructions

Frequently Asked Questions

Basic Resume Format for High School Graduates

Application for Student Employment Available in Jobs4Cats 

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starHealth Professions and Social Services Job Fair

LBJ Student Center Ballroom
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Professionals representing many of the top health and social services organizations and agencies in Texas and other states will be on campus, to point out the advantages of their operations and to fill staffing needs.

Hosted by Career Services and the College of Health Professions.

Login to your Jobs4Cats account to connect with Employers scheduled to attend: 2008 Fall Health Professions and Social Services Job Fair is closed.  Please check back in August for the 2008 Health Professions and Social Services Job Fair.

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starFall Job and Internship Fair

Strahan Coliseum
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Time: 3:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

The Fall Job and Internship Fair is an opportunity for all students to visit with employers regarding
different careers, internships, part-time and summer jobs, and/or full time employment following
graduation.

Many of the employers who attend the Fall Job and Internship Fair will schedule on campus interviews  later in the fall semester.

Login to your Jobs4Cats account to connect with Employers scheduled to attend: 2008 Fall Job and Internship Fair is closed.  Please check back in August for the 2008 Fall Job and Internship Fair.

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starFall Construction Job Fair

LBJ Student Center Ballroom
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Professionals representing many of the top construction organizations in Texas and other states will be on campus to discuss their operations and to fill staffing needs.

Hosted by: Career Services and Department of Engineering and Technology.

Login to your Jobs4Cats account to connect with Employers scheduled to attend the 2008 Fall Construction Job Fair: 2008 Fall Construction Job Fair is closed.  Please check back in August for the 2008 Fall Construction Job Fair.

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starMass Communication Career Fair

LBJ Student Center Ballroom
Monday, October 20, 2008
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

The School of Journalism and Mass Communication Career Fair is your link to your future. Polish those resumes and meet with prospective employers. This event promises to answer your questions and get you pointed in the right direction.

Hosted by Career Services and the School of Journalism and the Department of Mass Communication.

Login to your Jobs4Cats account to connect with Employers scheduled to attend: 2008 Fall Mass Communication Fair is closed.  Please log into Jobs4Cats in August for more information.

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starFall Teacher Job Fair

Strahan Coliseum
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (Browsing)
(must attend browsing to be able to interview)
12:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Interviews)
(interviews are scheduled by the school district during "browsing")

Representatives from many of the top school districts in Texas and other states will be on
campus to point out the advantages of their districts, and to fill their staffing needs.

Hosted by: Career Services and the College of Education. For more information
call Career Services at 512.245.2645 or the College of Education at 512.245.3050.

Login to your Jobs4Cats account to connect with Employers scheduled to attend: 2008 Fall Teacher Job Fair is closed.  Please check back in August for updated information.

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starTexas State Graduate Program Information Day

LBJ Student Center Ballroom
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Time: 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Have you thought of adding to your knowledge and expertise with an advanced degree? Are you interested in studies that will position you for success? The Graduate College at Texas State would like to partner with you to make your dream a reality. With 88 master’s and 6 doctoral degrees, we have a program just for you!

Come see us! We’re hosting an informal "come and go" event. You can enjoy pizza and a drink. And, you’ll have an opportunity to interact with representatives from various graduate programs at Texas State. Come for a few minutes or stay longer to have your individual questions addressed.

You will receive brochures about our outstanding graduate programs, and Financial Aid will address questions about funding your graduate education. Career Services will advise you on resumes, cover letters, and application essays. All at the right price, FREE!

Information will be made available on the Graduate College website.

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starSummer Job Fair

LBJ Student Center Ballroom
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Time: 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

The Summer Job Fair is an opportunity to explore numerous summer job openings
with employers such as Schlitterbahn and Seaworld.

A tentative list of Employers scheduled to attend will be listed in Jobs4Cats when the Job Fair is made 'active'.

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starSpring Construction Job Fair

LBJ Student Center Ballroom
tba 2009
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Professionals representing many of the top construction organizations in Texas and other states will be on campus to discuss their operations and to fill staffing needs.

Hosted by: Career Services and Department of Engineering and Technology.

A tentative list of Employers scheduled to attend will be listed in Jobs4Cats when the Job Fair is made 'active'.

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star Spring Job and Internship EXPO

Strahan Coliseum
Date: tba 2009
3:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Job and Internship EXPO is open to any and all college degree-seeking students/job seekers. Students/job seekers have the opportunity to visit with employers about full-time, internship and summer opportunities.  

Note: The Enterprise Rent-A-Car van (marked "EXPO Shuttle") will be making stops at specially marked points in the Bobcat Stadium lot. Please look for the signs that will direct you to these pick up points. The EXPO Shuttle will be running from 2:30 p.m - 6:30 p.m.

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starSpring Teacher Job Fair

Strahan Coliseum
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (Browsing)
(must attend browsing to be able to interview)
12:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Interviews)
(interviews are scheduled by the school district during "browsing")

Representatives from many of the top school districts in Texas, as well as other states, will be
on campus to point out the advantages of their districts and to fill their staffing needs.
Welcome to Attend: All graduates who will receive teacher certification from any institution, or
any alumnus or teachers who already hold a teacher certificate. Bring multiple copies of your
resume, your portfolio, and your teacher certificate if you are currently certified.

Login to your Jobs4Cats account to connect with Employers scheduled to attend:  Jobs4Cats!
 
Hosted by: Career Services and the College of Education. For more information call
Career Services at 512.245.2645 or the College of Education at 512.245.3050.

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star Other Job Fairs 

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Summer 2008

 

The [Austin American-Statesman] Career Expo
Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Rd., Austin TX  78704
Tuesday, July 29 | 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Meet face-to-face with recruiters and HR professionals from local and national companies.

 

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Fall 2008

 

19th Annual SACUCCA Job Fair [San Antonio area]
Thursday, November 20, 2008
2:00  p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Where: the Blossom Athletic Center
12002 Jones Maltsberger Road, San Antonio  78216

 

16th Annual Spirit of Diversity® Media Job Fair
The Antheneum Suite Hotel and Conference Center, Detroit MI
November 20 - 21, 2008

 

Spring 2009

 

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DISABILITY INFORMATION

If you have a disability and need an accommodation in order to participate in any of these
events, please call Career Services at 512.245.2645 at least 72 hours prior to each event.

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EXPO Virtual Job Fair

A Virtual Job Fair (open to Texas State University students and alumni only) is a valuable feature of all job fairs. All job openings from registered employers are listed in the Virtual Job Fair. Candidates can post their resumes, search for positions according to various criteria, and submit their resumes to employers. The Virtual Job Fair component will allow employers to identify applicants in advance of the “on-site” job fair.

Participating in the Virtual Job Fair is an excellent way to make an impression on employers prior to the on-site job fair. Your involvement in the Virtual Job Fair can lead to an interview!.

Features of the VIRTUAL JOB FAIR: Candidates can:
• Submit their resumes for employers to view prior to the on-site job fair.
• Search for positions based on Job Categories and/or Major.
• Select a specific company to get detailed information as well as a list of their job opportunities.

Login to your Jobs4Cats account to connect with Employers scheduled to attend:  Jobs4Cats!