Job Fairs: How to Use AI to Get Noticed by Recruiters at career events - LaGrange

In this online session designed for the LaGrange community, you will discover how to stand out at job fairs. Explore practical ways to use AI to get noticed by recruiters at career events. We will look at simple tools and techniques that can help you make a lasting impression on potential employers and navigate the competitive hiring landscape relevant to LaGrange job seekers.

Career events can be overwhelming. Whether you're attending a local event in the LaGrange area or a major virtual fair, you have limited time to connect with dozens of companies. It is difficult to make a memorable impact among hundreds of other candidates. A generic approach rarely works. You need a strategy to target the right recruiters and communicate your value effectively. This is where technology can give you an edge.

This talk will focus on how you can use accessible AI tools to prepare for and navigate these events. You will understand how to leverage technology to personalize your approach for each employer, whether they are based in LaGrange or nationally. We will cover how to move beyond simply handing out resumes and start having meaningful conversations that lead to interviews. The goal is to give you a clear advantage in your job search.

During this talk, you will get insights on:

• How to use AI to research companies and identify the best recruiters to talk to.
• Methods for tailoring your resume and elevator pitch for specific roles using AI assistants.
• Techniques for analyzing job descriptions to highlight your most relevant skills.
• Simple strategies for crafting personalized follow-up messages that capture attention.
• Understanding how recruiters use technology so you can better align your approach.

Join us for this online presentation to learn about these practical applications. While this session is tailored with the LaGrange job market in mind, it is accessible globally. You will leave with a better understanding of how to prepare for your next career event and feel more confident in your ability to connect with recruiters. This session is designed for any job seeker looking for modern strategies to enhance their search.