Considering Attending Our 2025 Spring Virtual Conference & Career Fair? Check Out These Frequently Asked Questions!

Are you considering participating in our 2025 Spring Virtual Conference & Career Fair? Below are some frequently asked questions to help guide both job seekers and employers as they prepare for this exciting event.

For Job Seekers

1. What is the 2025 Spring Virtual Conference & Career Fair? The event is an online career fair and professional development conference designed to connect diverse job seekers, including HBCU students and graduates, with top employers across various industries.

2. Who can attend? The event is open to current HBCU students, recent graduates, and experienced professionals seeking new career opportunities.

3. How do I register? To register, visit our official event page at HBCUConnect.com/event, create a profile, and upload your resume. Once registered, you will receive confirmation details and access to event resources.

4. What should I expect during the event? Expect interactive panel discussions, networking opportunities, and direct engagement with recruiters through virtual booths, video chats, and Q&A sessions.

5. How can I make the most of the career fair? Prepare by researching participating employers, updating your resume, and practicing your elevator pitch. Engage actively in sessions and follow up with recruiters after the event.

For Employers

1. How can my company participate? Employers can secure a virtual booth by emailing us at [email protected]. Various sponsorship and participation packages are available to maximize brand exposure.

2. What are the benefits of participating? Your company will gain access to a talented and diverse pool of job seekers, increase brand awareness within the HBCU community, and have opportunities to engage in meaningful conversations with potential candidates.

3. How does the virtual format work? Employers will have fully customizable virtual booths where they can showcase company information, job openings, and video presentations. Recruiters can chat with attendees via text or video calls.

4. What industries are represented? We welcome companies from various sectors, including technology, finance, healthcare, engineering, government, education, and more.

5. How can I ensure a successful recruitment experience? Encourage recruiters to be proactive in engaging with job seekers, have clear job descriptions available, and follow up with promising candidates after the event.

6. Do you have any insights into the success rate of candidates securing jobs through your event? Do you have examples from previous events that highlight successful placements or engagement? Yes, we have testimonials from several of our partners (getting approval now to share those) where they were able to hire multiple professionals from their participation in the event. Some of the stats from our previous event can be reviewed here: https://hbcuconnect.com/content/398742/hbcu-connect-celebrates-successful-first-annual-2024-virtual-conference-career-fair

7. How many companies participate and what are the size/type of companies represented? At our last virtual event, we had over 70 companies participate. You can see a list of the companies on our landing page for the last event here: https://hbcuconnect.com/resumes/?cid=295

8. Will we receive any information or profiles about the candidates ahead of time to help with our recruitment strategy? Yes, we can provide a list of all registered candidates prior to the event and you can reach out to them to invite them to your booth to interview or chat.

11. How do we directly connect with candidates after the event for those we want to move forward in the interviewing process? We will provide you with a list of all candidates that visited your booth and those that you engaged in the chat. You will have their contact information and resume (if provided) such that you can follow up. Your recruiters should take notes on those that they would like to follow up with based on conversations had at the event.

For additional questions or assistance, please contact our event support team at [email protected].

Why You Should Attend the 2025 Spring Virtual Conference & Career Fair

For job seekers, this is a unique opportunity to connect directly with recruiters from top companies looking to hire diverse talent. Whether you're a student, recent graduate, or experienced professional, this event provides valuable networking, career development, and job opportunities that could shape your future.

For employers, this is your chance to gain access to a highly qualified and diverse talent pool while demonstrating your commitment to Merit based recruitment. Engage with top-tier candidates, strengthen your employer brand within the HBCU community, and make meaningful hires that drive success for your organization.

Don't miss out on this game-changing career event—register today and take the next step toward your future success!