What companies will be attending Expo?
Review the participating employer list by looking at the Employers section of the Viterbi Expo app guide, or by going here.
Please note the day(s) and time(s) representatives will be online as we do not anticipate availability for the entire duration of the event(s).
How can I prepare for a Virtual Expo?
- Similar to how you would prepare for an in-person event, you will want to know what organizations are attended on each of the Expo days. Check the schedule to find out what time(s) their booth will have a representative. It is not expected for employers to attend the entire event.
- Review the Job & Internship Tool Kit for tips on crafting your resume and networking.
- Prepare a brief introduction that you can copy and paste into the chatbox when you initially connect with a recruiter.
- Anticipate turning on your camera and connecting face-to-face with recruiters. This means that you will need to dress professionally, be in a non-distracting location, and be in an area free of excess noise.
Why is there a new Expo format?
Based on current health events due to COVID-19, we've re-imagined the Viterbi Virtual Career & Internship Expo to provide:
- Extended virtual fair hours for added flexibility to participate no matter your time zone or physical location
- More time to explore and connect with a variety of companies
- Larger event capacities for students to access Trojan Talks or Meet & Greets
What is the purpose of the Expo?
The Expo helps students to not only land interviews for jobs and internships but also to:
- Explore less familiar employers and opportunities
- Learn about the wide range of company cultures
- Network with employers
- Articulate skills and interests in a professional recruiting setting
Where are the Expo activities located?
- Career & Internship Fair: Viterbi Career Gateway Virtual Fair Platform
- Trojan Talks: Zoom and On-Campus
- Meet & Greets: On-Campus
How do I use the virtual platform?
View the quick tutorial here or attend one of our upcoming workshops for Prep for the Virtual Expo.
Sessions will be recorded and posted on the website if you are not able to join live.
Will I connect with employers by chat or video?
When you connect with an employer, utilize a video, audio, or chat program chosen by them. Viterbi Career Gateway’s platform does not control which platform each employer uses to connect with students so that employers do not encounter firewall issues. Instead, Gateway creates a queue to connect with the employer. How the employer connects with you is entirely up to the employer and their technical capabilities
It is important to dress up for the Virtual Career & Internship Expo, be in a quiet location, and have a non-distracting background just in case you are connected to a recruiter via video chat.
Is there a capacity limit for Expo activities?
All Expo activities except for the Career & Internship Fair have an RSVP limit based upon the 500-person capacity of Zoom and room capacity for on-campus events. RSVPs are available on a first-come, first-served basis through the Viterbi Expo app.
How can I RSVP for Expo activities?
Students can RSVP for events via the Viterbi Expo app, available on iOS and Android.
How many activities can I RSVP to?
Each student can RSVP for two Expo events, not including the Career & Internship Fair (no RSVP is required for the fair). Please RSVP only for the events that you will attend. RSVPing for events you do not plan to attend limits access to your fellow Viterbi students.
Is there a waitlist for Expo activities?
Yes. The waitlist is capped at 50 students.
Can I give my RSVP to a friend?
No. Spaces are non-transferable to keep reservations fair and equitable to all students.
How can I connect with employers beyond the Expo?
Viterbi Career Connections offers employer engagement opportunities throughout the year, such as:
- How To Get Hired Series
- Trojan Talks
- Virtual Mock Interviews
- Virtual Office Hours
- Virtual Panels
- Virtual Networking Events
- Virtual Resume Review Days
- Hackathons
- Open Houses
View calendars and information on Viterbi Career Gateway, connectSC, Career Connections blog, and the undergraduate and graduate student newsletters.
