Planning for a Career Day Event
What to Expect
Plan
Contact schools in your area to find out if and when they will host a Career Fair.
Refer to our Calendar of Career Fair Events
Know the Event
Each campus may be slightly different in how events are conducted based on staff or facilities.
Be prepared to stay for the entire event. UTI campuses have two class shifts-am and pm- so students typically come through the entire day.
Our students are constantly reminded about professionalism, and we have a dress code at all of our campuses.
A student’s uniform may be based on the program in which they are enrolled. Some campuses also designate the students’ programs and recognitions on their name badges.
If you have an immediate need, some campuses will provide space to interviews there. Speak with a member of the Employment Services team to see if this is an option.
What To Say and Do
Reach Out
Attending campus events is a great way to get in front of students and graduates, and be able to recruit them early.
Remember, technicians are in high demand, so it is important to establish a competitive edge in order to recruit the top candidates.
Many students are open to different opportunities, even if they need to relocate. As a result, there is often an opportunity to promote your work environment as well as the city where you are located to get candidates interested in working for you.
Be Ready with Answers
Be prepared to provide students with accurate information and expectations to questions about:
Pay scale / competitive wages
Benefits / vacation
Career progression and opportunities for growth
Hiring incentives
Work environment
Skill development
Funding for continuous training
Relocation assistance
Sign on bonus
Expected hours
What to Bring
Pack
Brochures about your dealership and service department
Promotional Ford/Lincoln giveaways
Business cards
Employment applications
Dealer table banner, table back drop banner, dealership road view photo and name
Dealer logo shirts for Dealer representatives
PowerPoint slide show of facility might be advantageous
Sell sheets with employee testimonials
Sell sheet summarizing your typical benefits, hiring incentives, tuition reimbursement programs, relocation assistance, tool allowance, etc.
Brochures on local attractions. Prospective employees may be attracted by the opportunity for hunting and fishing, the beach, or college town environment. The Chamber of Commerce is a great source to get information on local attractions.
