Career Services Blog

Category: Career Fair

Information about Career Fair and related activities.

How to Leverage the Career Fair Map

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You can access FairMapr directly through your event’s unique link:
Event Link: https://mtuspring26.fairmapr.com/

If you don’t know your event’s unique link, check all events here: https://fairmapr.com/events

Recommended devices

  • Before the fair: Laptop or desktop for planning
  • During the fair: Smartphone for live navigation

In order to sync favorites and employer notes between desktop and mobile, you will need to sign up for a free account. 

Click “Sign In” in the upper right corner and then click “Sign Up”. Creating an account only takes a moment and will ensure your data is saved beyond the current browser session.

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Tips To Get Ready For Spring Career Fair

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Download Handshake and Set Up Your Profile

Don’t wait until you get to the Career Fair — download Handshake ahead of time! You’ll need the app to find the latest information about the companies at the fair.

Companies want to be able to find candidates by searching through Handshake, too! Make sure your profile makes it easy for them to find you.

  • First, learn more about building a public Handshake profile.
  • Next, optimize your resume. Career Services is happy to help with this — don’t forget to share your resume with us once you have it done.
  • Upload your final resume to your Handshake profile and make it public. 
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New Virtual Option to Connect with Huskies (No Travel Needed)

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We’re excited to share a new way for employers to connect with Michigan Tech talent this spring.

New Virtual Career Fair — Just Added
To provide greater flexibility and expanded access to our students, Michigan Technological University has added an All Majors Virtual Career Fair, hosted on Handshake.

MTU Spring 2026 Virtual Fair – Just In Time
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
12:00–5:00 pm (ET)
Hosted on Handshake

This virtual option offers an easy, efficient way to engage with Huskies across majors, connect with students seeking co-op, internship, and full-time opportunities, and continue building your recruiting pipeline—no travel required.

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Make the Most of Your Virtual Career Fair

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A virtual fair isn’t quite the same as walking into the SDC and weaving through rows of booths — but with a little prep, it can be just as impactful. Think of it as your chance to connect with employers without the lines, the noise, or the scramble. Here’s how to set yourself up for success and make the most of the experience.

  1. Strengthen Your Handshake Profile

Companies want to be able to find candidates by searching through Handshake, too! Make sure your profile makes it easy for them to find you. Potential employers search for candidates on Handshake before and during the fair, so think of your profile as your first impression.

  • Build Your Profile: Start with the basics. Handshake has a quick guide to help you create a strong public profile.
  • Polish Your Resume: Update it, refine it, and share it with Career Services once it’s done. We’re more than happy to help if you’d like feedback.
  • Upload Your Resume: Upload your final resume to your Handshake profile and make it public so employers can view it. 
  • Add a Headshot: Need a professional photo? Stop by Career Services during our normal walk-in hours
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Fall 2025 – Career Fest Student Prize Winners Selected

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During the month of September, we invited employers participating in Career Fest to contribute larger prizes for students attending events. All students who “tapped in” at Career Fest events were automatically entered into the prize drawing.

With over 40 employers hosting events between September 3 and September 22, 2025, we collected enough prizes to recognize 14 lucky student winners!

The winners were randomly selected from all Career Fest attendees and notified to visit Career Services to claim their prizes.

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Recent Career Fair Employer Attendee Data

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We’re excited to announce a new addition to our Career Services resources — a comprehensive list of companies that have attended Michigan Tech’s all-campus career fairs over the past three years! This includes employers who have participated in Career Fairs – either Fall or Spring since Spring 2023. The list provides valuable insight into the breadth of organizations that actively engage with our students, representing industries ranging from engineering and technology to business, healthcare, and beyond.

This new resource is designed to help students and alumni better prepare for career events and identify potential employers that have shown consistent interest in Michigan Tech talent. By exploring the list, you can discover which companies frequently recruit on campus. lt’s a great way to make your job search more informed and targeted.

We encourage you to take advantage of this tool and use it to enhance your career planning and professional development. Whether you’re a current student exploring internship options or an alum looking for new opportunities, the list showcases the strong employer connections that continue to grow through Michigan Tech’s partnerships. Visit our Career Services website to explore the full list.

You can sort and filter using the standard features for interacting with tables and clicking the column header.

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Additional Methods for Searching the Fair for Employers

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With a long list of companies coming to sort through, you may find it easier to limit your search. Of course, you can sort by major and degree – but there are some labels that might be of interest to your also.

Start from the “Employers” list in the Career Fair you’ll be attending. Then, click the “Filters” button and find the “Labels” filter. When you select labels, you’ll find some labels to help you identify companies that have uniques properties. You’ll be able to sort for:

  • Campus Partner = Companies that support campus through philanthropy
  • Headquartered in …. = Companies with corporate headquarters in Michigan, Wisconsin, or Minnesota
  • NACME Corporate Partner = Companies that are part of the national NACME program
  • Scholarship Sponsor = Companies that fund scholarships on campus
  • Michigander Scholar Company = Companies that are part of the Michigander Scholars Program – which provides additional incentive for taking jobs in Michigan
Special Labels For Searching

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Tips To Get Ready For Career Fair

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Hello from Career Services! We are so excited to kick off the Fall 2025 Career Fair — and we know that many of you are anxiously awaiting the chance to speak with more than 350 employers. With just a week to go, we have compiled some tips to help you minimize your stress and maximize your opportunities.

Download Handshake and Set Up Your Profile

Don’t wait until you get to the Career Fair — download Handshake ahead of time! You’ll need the app to find the latest information about the companies at the fair.

Companies want to be able to find candidates by searching through Handshake, too! Make sure your profile makes it easy for them to find you.

  • First, learn more about building a public Handshake profile.
  • Next, optimize your resume. Career Services is happy to help with this — don’t forget to share your resume with us once you have it done.
  • Upload your final resume to your Handshake profile and make it public. 
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Michigan Day is September 9, 2025

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This fall, Michigan Tech is thrilled to welcome back Michigan Day — an exciting event made possible through our continued partnership with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and InvestUP. Building on the success of previous years, this collaboration aims to connect students directly with the people and possibilities shaping Michigan’s economic future.

Hosted as part of our broader Career Fest series, Michigan Day offers an immersive experience for students eager to explore their career options. It’s not just about job openings—it’s about helping students discover where their passions and skills can make the greatest impact right here in Michigan. Through conversations, presentations, and interactive exhibits, students gain real insight into diverse industries across the state.

Beyond career exploration, Michigan Day celebrates the unique communities and lifestyles that make Michigan such a special place to live. From the scenic beauty of the Upper Peninsula to the vibrant urban centers downstate, the event showcases how professional growth and quality of life can go hand in hand. Students learn firsthand about the hidden gems and well-known destinations that could someday become their new hometowns.

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