FOR EMPLOYERS
1) Who sponsors
this fair?
11 colleges and universities in Maryland work collaboratively to sponsor the Central Maryland College
Career Fair. A representative from each college career center participates on the steering committee and works on site at
the fair. The sponsors include: College of Notre Dame of Maryland, Coppin State University, Goucher College, Johns Hopkins University, Loyola College of Maryland, Mc Daniel College, Morgan State University, Mount St. Mary's University, Towson University, University of Baltimore and University of Maryland, Baltimore County
2) Who attends the fair?
Up to 1500 students and alumni from all
11 consortium institutions attend and in addition students from over 30 other colleges and universities.
3) When should I plan to leave the fair?
The fair is heavily advertised from 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Please
remain at the fair until 3:30 p.m. to ensure that you connect with the largest number of candidates. Many candidates attend
the fair around their class and work schedules and make plans to attend the fair later in the day. Employer Gifts: Offered
as a drawing and an incentive to stay until the very end of the fair we offer gift certificates for $200, $100, $50 MasterCard
Gift Cards. You must be present to win.
4) What can I expect to happen at the fair?
Most employers talk individually to candidates about their job openings, career opportunities and the hiring process. Many
provide information about company benefits, relocation information, and the communities in which they live and work. Candidates
are there to get information, market their skills and identify contacts for future correspondence. Many will drop off resumes
and follow up with you later.
5) If I make a mistake on the information I input about my company
and realize it later, how do I correct it?
You may access your profile at any time by using your ID and password.
However, keep in mind that your profile will be downloaded into the job fair directory on January 25th, 2008. This version
will be published; therefore all editing should be completed by January 25th!
6) If I can't
pay by credit card, where can I mail a check? To whom is it payable?
A check made payable to MCCshould
be mailed to MCC c/o, Towson Career Center, 8000 York Rd. Towson MD 21252. PLEASE BE AWARE THAT YOUR REGISTRATION IS NOT COMPLETE
AND YOUR COMPANY IS NOT GUARANTEED A BOOTH UNTIL PAYMENT IS RECEIVED, AND YOU HAVE RECEIVED CONFIRMATION. THE DEADLINE FOR
REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT IS JANUARY 25th, 2008. Questions? Anna Berglowe-Lynch, ABerglowe@towson.edu 410-704-2730
7) Where do I park?
Parking is available in the Towson
Center lots. There will be an attendant available from 8:00am - 10:30am at the unloading area in the Towson Center lot # 21
to give out complimentary hang tags for your car. Anyone who arrives after that time will need to purchase a parking coupon
from the pay station in lot # 21 or # 13. Towson Center parking is $6 for the day. Please be advised it can take over an hour
to unload materials, find a parking space, and come back to the Towson Center to set up your booth. To increase your chance
of getting a prime parking space, and having enough time to be ready to greet students at 10am, we strongly recommend that
you arrive no later than 9am. Carpooling is strongly encouraged. For a campus parking map, please visit http://www.towson.edu/adminfinance/auxservices/designcenter/images/Campusmap_PARKING.pdf
In order to maximize student turnout we offer our career events during peak student hours. Combined
with an intense construction schedule, parking is more limited then it has been in the past. Therefore, regardless
of the number of attending recruiters, we are only able to offer 2 parking passes per company. We strongly encourage
carpooling since spaces are not reserved. Arriving before 9am ensures the best chance of finding a parking space in close
vicinity to the fair. Thank you for your understanding.
8) If I have questions, whom should
I call?
Most questions can be answered by reviewing the website, but if you can't find the answer to your specific
question, contact Anna Berglowe-Lynch, ABerglowe@towson.edu 410-704-2730 or one of the steering committee members listed on the website welcome page.
9) What is the registration fee?
The standard registration fee is $575.00. The registration fee for
non-profits and government agencies is $350.00. Late fees- registrations not paid by January 14, 2008 will be charged: Standard
late fee: $700. Non-Profit and Government late fee: $450. Space is limited your registration is not guaranteed until payment
is received.
10) What is the difference between a "Career Fair" and a "Job
Fair?"
A job fair is an opportunity for a variety of employers and students to connect as a means of finding
a part-time or full-time job, whether it is career-related or not and which may not require a college degree. A career fair
is an opportunity for employers and students to connect as a means of filling/finding a professional job or internship. Professional
jobs are those that require some college education or lead to a professional position.
11)
What happens in the case of inclement weather?
In the event of inclement weather, the MCC must abide by TOWSON UNIVERSITY'S
campus closing policies. If Towson is closed, the CMCCF will be cancelled. If the fair is cancelled, you will have access
to employers through an e-fair from this site.
12) What is an efair?
An efair is
an online electronic fair. Students will be able to view participants and submit resumes to participating companies via the
Internet.
13) What if we have special needs?
There will be an ASL interpreter available
should you need one.
14) Where should I send my recruitment materials?
Due to a
lack of storage space on Towson University's campus, we have contracted with an outside vendor to provide this service.
While there is an additional fee associated with this service, we truly believe that it will be the best and lowest stress
solution for everybody. Contact Anna Berglowe-Lynch at aberglowe@towson.edu for the information you will need to have your items shipped, stored, and delivered to your table at the fair.
No items can be shipped directly to Towson University.
15) Will I have access
to the internet?
Yes, if your computer has a wireless card, you will have access to Towson's server. However,
no ethernet connection will be available.
16) Do I need a parking pass?
Yes. There
will be an attendant available from 8:00am - 10:30am at the unloading area in the Towson Center lot #21 to give out complimentary
hang tags for your car. Anyone who arrives after that time will need to purchase a parking coupon from the pay station in
lot 21 or 13. Towson Center parking is $6 for the day.
17) What are the sponsorship levels
and how do I become a sponsor?
MCC FAIR - SPONSORSHIP LEVELS - 2008
PLATINUM- $10,000 +
- Name on front cover of fair booklet
- Ad fair booklet- full page- outside back cover
- Listed on fair web site- Nov. -Feb
- Fair booth - 6 representatives
- Prime booth location
- Mentioned in media print ads
- Announced at fair
GOLD- $5000 + - Ad fair booklet - full
page - Inside front cover
- Listed on fair web site- Nov. - Feb
- Fair
booth - 4 representatives
- Prime booth location
- Mentioned in
media print ads
- Announced at fair
SILVER - $2500 + - Ad Fair booklet - full page -
- Fair booth - 2 representatives
- Mentioned in media print ads
- Announced at Fair
BRONZE-
$1000 + - Ad fair booklet - full page
- Fair booth - 2 representatives
- Mentioned at fair
For more information, contact Lori Logan-Bennett
at UMBC - 410-455-2216 lbennett@umbc.edu
FOR CANDIDATES
1) Do I need to
register to attend the fair?
There is no need to preregister; just sign in at the candidate registration desk on
the day of the fair.
2) What should I wear?
Professional dress is expected. Suits
are recommended for women and men. Men should wear ties. There are no accommodations for hanging coats. If possible, leave
outerwear in the car.
3) What should I bring?
Bring at least 20 professional copies
of your resume, pens, a folder or briefcase.
4) Where should I park?
For information
about parking on Towson University's campus, including locations and rates, please visit http://www.towson.edu/adminfinance/auxservices/parking/parking/visitors/index.asp. All visitors to campus must pay for a parking coupon at the pay stations which are available in all visitor
lots.
In order to maximize student turnout we offer our career events during peak student hours.
Combined with an intense construction schedule, parking is more limited then it has been in the past. We strongly encourage
carpooling since spaces are not reserved. Arriving before 9am ensures the best chance of finding a parking space in close
vicinity to the fair. Thank you for your understanding.
5) How do I find out what employers
will attend the fair?
Log on to this website and check under Attending Employer Profiles. The list is updated weekly.
6) What is the difference between a "Career Fair" and a "Job Fair?"
A job fair
is an opportunity for a variety of employers and students to connect as a means of finding a part-time or full-time job, whether
it is career-related or not and which may not require a college degree. A career fair is an opportunity for employers and
students to connect as a means of fillingfinding a professional job or internship.
7) What
happens in the case of inclement weather?
In the event of inclement weather, the MCC must abide by TOWSON UNIVERSITY'S
campus closing policies. If Towson is closed, the CMCCF will be cancelled and you will have access to the employers registered
through an e-fair from this site.
8) What is an efair?
An efair is an online electronic
fair. Students will be able to view participants and submit resumes to participating companies via the Internet from this
site.
9) What if we have special needs?
There will be an ASL interpreter available
should you need one.
PLEASE MUTE OR TURN OFF CELL PHONES WHILE YOU ARE IN THE MAIN EXHIBIT
AREA OF THE JOB FAIR!
