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

In this online session designed for the Southampton 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, whether they are in-person in Southampton or virtual. We will look at simple tools and techniques that can help you make a lasting impression on potential employers and navigate the competitive local job market.

Career events, even those online, can be overwhelming. Whether you're targeting companies in the Southampton Science Park or opportunities in the city centre, you have limited time to connect. It is difficult to make a memorable impact among many other candidates from the region. A generic approach rarely works in today's market. You need a strategy to target the right recruiters and communicate your value effectively. This is where technology can give you an edge.

This online talk will focus on how you can use accessible AI tools to prepare for and navigate these career events. You will understand how to leverage technology to personalize your approach for employers relevant to the Southampton area and beyond. We will cover how to move beyond simply submitting a CV and start having meaningful conversations that lead to interviews. The goal is to give you a clear advantage in your job search.

During this online 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 online to learn about these practical applications. While this session is tailored for job seekers in the Southampton area, it is accessible globally, and the strategies are applicable anywhere. 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.