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The UAB Health and Social Services Career Fair is a career event for ALL UAB students seeking employment, internship, and professional opportunities in the health and social services industry.

Here is a Checklist to help you get prepared:

  • Research the list of participating employers through Handshake.
  • Check out the UAB Career Center Canvas Course, available anytime, anywhere for information on:
    • Resume Building
    • Interview Skills
    • Building Your Professional Network
    • Launching your career and MUCH MORE.
  • Make an appointment to get your resume reviewed here. 
    • Explore resume resources in Handshake.
    • Be sure to bring copies of your resume.
    • Prepare your 30-second elevator pitch.
  • Make sure you have professional attire! If you need to rent professional attire free of charge, make an appointment to utilize the Career Closet.
  • Don't forget to ask for business cards at the job fair so you can follow up with thank-you notes

The UAB Career Center is no longer accepting walk-in appointments. If you need to meet with a peer career advisor or need to utilize the career closet, please make an appointment in Handshake. Appointments are available Monday-Friday from 9:00 AM-4:00 PM.

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