Job Fair Introductory Statement

Prepare a brief introductory statement to tell employers about yourself and to engage them in a conversation with you.  This introductory statement should include your name, major, the position you are seeking, relevant experience you have had (coursework, internships, volunteer work, or leadership positions), and the strengths and skills you have that will benefit the company.  You should end with an engaging question that will show you have done your research about the company.

An example of an introductory statement might be:

"Hello, my name is Maria Alvarez and I am a senior economics major with a minor in German at the College of Saint Benedict.  I am interested in a position as a financial analyst at XYZ Financial Services.  This past summer, I interned as a Summer Analyst at Dain Rauscher in Minneapolis.  In this position, I was able to collaborate with a team to create new pitch books for potential clients while gaining valuable experience in the financial field.  In addition, I also interned as a Research Analyst at the Carson Group during the summer of 2001.  My courses in corporate finance, economic theory, and others have helped me to develop analytical and problem solving skills.  I believe my coursework combined with my hands-on experience make me an ideal candidate for the financial analyst position.  I noted on your company website that XYZ Financial Services is looking to expand to the West Coast.  Could you tell me a little bit more about plans for this expansion?"

After you have completed your dialogue with the recruiter, make sure to reiterate your interest in their organization and close by requesting a time to interview or discuss your qualifications in further detail.