Succeeding at Career Fairs with an International Profile

This online workshop will prepare you for your next visit at a career fair. It will cover key strategies for making a strong impression as an international student, effectively navigating the event, and following up afterward.

When and where?

When: October 22, 2025 at 4 p. m.
Where: Online via Zoom
Your Trainer: Katharina von Knobloch from "Karrierecoach München"

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Agenda

Preparation

Defining goals: Job search, internships, networking
Positioning yourself as an international candidate: Strengths and unique value
Key documents to bring: Resume, portfolio, business cards
Online presence: Optimizing LinkedIn & Xing profiles

During the Fair

Approaching companies and making strong first impressions
Cultural aspects of networking and communication
Strategies for engaging conversations and standing out

After the Fair

Following up with recruiters and maintaining connections
Expanding and leveraging your professional network
Lessons learned: Evaluating your experience for future fairs English version

Save the Date: International Career Fair

Join us and visit the Career Fair by TU Dortmund on October 28. International RUB students are invited to attend the fair at 1:30 p.m. We meet at RUB Campus and go together as a group, starting our journey at 12 p.m.

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My personal hint: Prepare well for a career fair. Bring your CV and your "personal pitch" to present your skills to potential companies, just like you would do in an interview. A perfect situation to test yourself or even get a job.

– Jessica Kalus, Career Service