Job Fair Opportunities
Job fairs are an excellent opportunity to speak to employers about career trends and potential employment opportunities. Listed below are the job fairs hosted by Tarleton State University, plus others in the area.
Upcoming Job Fairs
| TYPE | DATE | TIME | LOCATION | LINK TO REGISTER |
| Fall 2024 Mayfield College of Engineering Job Fair | Tuesday, September 24 | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm | Thompson Student Center Ballrooms – Stephenville Campus | Register Now |
| Fall 2024 Dr. Sam Pack College of Business Job Fair | Tuesday, October 15 | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm | Thompson Student Center Ballrooms – Stephenville Campus | Register Now |
| Fall 2024 Fort Worth Job Fair | Thursday, November 7 | 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm | Tarleton’s Fort Worth Campus – 10850 Texan Rider Dr., Fort Worth, TX 76036 | Register Now |
| Fall 2024 All Majors Job Fair | Wednesday, November 13 | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm | Thompson Student Center Ballrooms – Stephenville Campus | Register Now |
| Spring 2025 Mayfield College of Engineering Job Fair | Wednesday, January 29 | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm | Thompson Student Center Ballrooms – Stephenville Campus | Register Now |
| Spring 2025 Teacher Job Fair | Wednesday, February 19 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm | Thompson Student Center Ballrooms – Stephenville Campus | Register Now |
| Spring 2025 Dr. Sam Pack College of Business Job Fair | Wednesday, March 13 | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm | Thompson Student Center Ballrooms – Stephenville Campus | Register Now |
| Spring 2025 Fort Worth Job Fair | Thursday, April 3 | 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm | Tarleton’s Fort Worth Campus – 10850 Texan Rider Dr., Fort Worth, TX 76036 | Register Now |
Tips for Attending Job Fairs
- Dress appropriately and remember to bring copies of your resume.
- Know your resume and your background so you are able to tell an employer what you have to offer.
- Introduce yourself to employer representatives in a positive and confident manner. Smile, project enthusiasm and offer a firm handshake.
- Ask questions about career opportunities, specific job openings and the organization.
- Listen effectively. An employer representative may be able to refer you to another person who is better able to assist you.
- Collect company literature and business cards so you may follow up later.
- In addition to providing interviewing opportunities, job fairs will offer you the chance to network and build contacts. Keep track of the people you speak to and follow up with a thank you note.
- Ask about internship opportunities.
- Ask informational interviewing questions.
- Add employers and individuals on LinkedIn to maintain a professional relationship.