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hi..

What are the OBJECTIVES n GOAL of an IT JOB FAIR? n Wht are d out com n what will be the profits.? pls reply.. after knowing only I can move 2 a job fair near my place.
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Short answer: objectives vary by perspective. For a job seeker the practical aims are to validate how your skills match current demand, collect measurable leads you can convert, and gather concrete feedback to close skill gaps. Hiring teams want reliable candidate sources and market signals. Event organizers aim to connect supply and demand while running a repeatable program. Since asked about outcomes and several members (, , ) have started the thread, this expands those points into an actionable decision framework.

Turn vague hopes into metrics. Set targets before you go: number of meaningful employer contacts, number of follow-ups to send, one or two technical conversations or assessments, and at least one scheduled next-step (call, interview, or test). Use a simple ROI check to decide whether to attend: ROI = (sum(P_i * ΔSalary_i) - Cost) / Cost, where P_i is the probability a contact converts and ΔSalary_i is the expected change in annual compensation if hired. If your estimated ROI passes your personal threshold, it’s worth the time.

Quick checklist to improve outcomes:

  • Research the attendee list and pick 4–6 priorities.
  • Prepare two tailored resumes and a one-page projects summary.
  • Polish public work (GitHub/portfolio) and have URLs handy.
  • Write a 30–60 second pitch and three focused questions about tech, team structure, or hiring timeline.
  • For virtual fairs test audio/video, learn the platform, and keep digital copies accessible.

After the event, log every contact, send personalized follow-ups within 48 hours referencing something specific, and track responses in a simple spreadsheet. Be cautious about any request for money, unsolicited “placement” fees, or sharing sensitive personal data. Even if there isn’t an immediate hire, measurable leads and clear feedback often pay off over months — use the ROI checklist to decide whether the fair is the right way to spend your time.

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Member Avatar for serkan sendur

basically you meet representatives of the companies, and face to face interaction may provide you get a better job rather than basically sending your resume.

Member Avatar for Davonpk

well the purpose of an IT job fair is to see what jobs are availible for people in the IT field. But from the companys aspect it is to employ people who they think will fit in thier company and make them more productive so basically it is telling you which jobs are out there

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It is a place for people to find IT related jobs because those technology companies will be having their booths there for recruitment purposes.

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