For Brickley DeLong, fall marks our season of campus recruiting. Every year we partner with local colleges and attend their accounting recruiting nights, looking for full-time staff accountants and interns. As a student, these nights can be very stressful as you attempt to woo the different recruiters. Here are a few tips for a student to stand out at these events.
Dress professionally
Public accounting is a professional field; therefore, a suit is ideal. Make sure your clothes are wrinkle-free. Males – consider adding a vest or a stand-out tie to your attire. Women – do not wear gaudy jewelry or too much makeup. Dress modest; but, try to stand out. Many wear black suits at accounting recruiting nights; consider wearing grey, tan or navy.
Develop your pitch
Come ready and practice beforehand. This illustrates confidence. State who you are, what you are looking for, and what makes you qualified. Remember, this is a critical time where you are truly “selling yourself” to a Firm.
Do your research
Before attending the fair, find the companies that you are interested in, and research them. Visit their website, social media pages, or find an article about the firm. Use this information when talking to the recruiter. This proves your interest in the Firm and its culture.
Say thank you
Sending a thank you to a recruiter shows you are appreciative. Send e-mails that night and bring up something that the two of you discussed so that he or she remembers who you are.
These are just a few tips to help you excel at career fairs. For more information on recruiting at Brickley DeLong, please contact jkloosterhouse@brickleydelong.com or visit our accounting career pages.
Author: Jennifer Kloosterhouse