7 Tips to Succeed at the Viterbi Career & Internship Expo 

7 Tips to Succeed at the Viterbi Career & Internship Expo

 

Viterbi Trojans, are you ready? The Viterbi Career & Internship Expo takes place in just two weeks (September 29th-October 1st)!  

To help you prepare, here are seven tips to make the most of your week at the Career Expo: 

 

1. Log-in to Handshake: See the list of companies coming to the Career & Internship Fair on October 1st (10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Trousdale Parkway), as well as registration for other Expo activities (Recruiting Sessions & Product Demos) on September 29th and September 30th 

1. Make a Plan: Create a schedule of your day at the Fair, including any additional Expo activities (Recruiting Sessions + Product Demos) that you have a confirmed RSVP for. These events are a guaranteed time to meet with an employer, and you won’t want to miss them!  

1. Research companies attending the Expo. Prioritize the companies you want to speak with and look at their websites in advance. This will help you to tailor your conversation for each recruiter.  

1. Prepare a 30-second professional introduction (the “elevator pitch”). Your pitch should include a greeting, a brief history of your education, applicable strengths/experiences, and an area of interest. Make sure to close with an open-ended question to start the conversation! 

1. Dress for success in business attire. This is a professional career & internship event, not a hangout with your friends. Choose your clothing appropriately. 

1. Print out copies of your resume. Bring them with you on the days of the Expo and get them into the hands of the recruiter you’re speaking with.  

1. Follow up. Send a thank you note, email, or LinkedIn request to each person you spoke to within 24-48 hours of the Expo.  

 

Maximizing your Career & Internship Expo Experience with Our Workshops 

• Networking For Engineering Students 
  • Tuesday, September 23rd | 12PM – 1PM | RTH 211/Zoom   
• Preparing for the Career/Internship Expo 
  • Thursday, September 25th | 12PM – 1PM| RTH 211/Zoom   

 

Register on Handshake. Complete Workshop Schedule        

 

For more tips, check out this article. 

  

Published on September 17th, 2025Last updated on September 17th, 2025