Western PA Education Job Fair
This event rotates between IUP, Edinboro and Clarion.
The last event was held May 8, 2014 at Clarion University.
Clarion University
Gemmell Student Complex
Payne St, Clarion, PA 16214
The fair offers recruiters an opportunity to speak informally with candidates, distribute recruitment literature, and conduct optional individual screening interviews with students from PASSHE and other western PA colleges and universities. Graduate Schools and vendors are also invited to attend this event to staff information tables from 10:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m. Virtual participation can be accommodated upon request.
Career Fair: Recruiters from participating organizations will be present from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. in Gemmell to meet with students and alumni.
Optional Interviews: Only Seniors and Alumni may attend and request screening interviews at the Meet & Greet from 9:15 - 10:15. Optional interviews will be held from 10:30 - 3:30. Virtual participation can be accommodated upon request.
Sponsors: This event is co-sponsored annually by the career centers at these PASSHE institutions located in western Pennsylvania: Clarion, Edinboro, and Indiana. The event is graciously supported by Teach Where You Travel which provided tote bags for the first 100 pre-registered candidates.
Location: Clarion University. Gemmell Student Complex, Payne St, Commuter Lot 16, Clarion, PA 16214.
Academic Programs: Academic Degree Programs
Schedule
8:15 - 8:45 a.m. Employer Check-in
9:15 - 10:15 a.m. Meet & Greet/Optional Interview Sign-Up Period (for
Seniors and Alumni Only)
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Career Fair Open for All Students - All Majors
12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Recruiter Lunch breaks and/or Optional Interviews
2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Pre-scheduled Optional Individual Interviews Only
(15-30 minute screening appointments)
Candidate Registration Information and List of Participating School Districts and Organizations
Preregistration for PASSHE Universities: Bloomsburg, CalU, Cheyney, Clarion, East Stroudsburg, Edinboro, Kutztown, IUP, Lock Haven, Mansfield, Millersville, Shippensburg, Slippery Rock, West Chester.
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The event fee is waived for students and alumni from the PASSHE Universities.
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DEADLINE EXTENDED! Pre-register by May 5, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.. to receive a pre-made name tag, a tote bag compliments of Teach Where You Travel (for the first 100), a hard copy career fair directory, and a parking permit sent by email.
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Walk-ins are welcome the day of the event. Walk-ins candidates can obtain permits at Public Safety, Thorne St or feed the meters along Wilson Ave or in the pay lots.
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Preregistration for Non-PASSHE Universities:
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This event fee is $10.00 for candidates from non-PASSHE Universities. Cash only. ATM machine in the building on the first floor.
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DEADLINE EXTENDED! Pre-register by May 5, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.. to receive a pre-made name tag, a tote bag compliments of Teach Where You Travel (for the first 100), a hard copy career fair directory, and a parking permit sent by email.
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Walk-ins are welcome the day of the event. Walk-ins candidates can obtain permits at Public Safety, Thorne St or feed the meters along Wilson Ave or in the pay lots.
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You must present a resume showing that you current attend or graduated from a post high school institution.
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List of Participating Employers and Educational Organizations
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Check the list to view which organizations will be exhibiting only between 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. or those which will be exhibiting and conducting interviews on-site.
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Seniors and Alumni Only - Meet & Greet/Interview Sign up Check-in: 9:00 - 9:15 a.m.
Seniors and Alumni Only Meet & Greet/Interview Sign-up Period: 9:15 - 10:15 a.m.
Optional Interviews: 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. at employer booth or interview area.
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ALL Students and Alumni - Career Fair Open: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
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Resumes: ALL candidates who want to interview are required to have resumes at the event. Review the participating organizations and bring the number of resumes equivalent to the number of employer tables you plan to visit.
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Attire: Professional interview attire is strongly encouraged.
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Guests: Only candidates seeking employment will be allowed into the employer area. Guests must remain in the lobby.
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Parking: Parking permit information is posted under Site Information on this event website.
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Directions and Hotels: Listed under Travel Information on this event website.
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Food Service: Limited coffee and fast food service will be available on the first floor of Gemmell. A full service buffet will be available in Eagle Commons located at the corner of Wood St. and Arnold Ave.
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For information on resume writing, interviewing, and professional attire visit or your respective campus career services office.
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Employer/Graduate School/Vendor Registration Information
Event Hours:
Employer Check-in: 8:15 - 8:45 a.m.
Meet & Greet/Interview Sign-up will be held from 9:15 - 10:15 a.m. during which
you can schedule interviews.
Optional Interviews will be held from 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. at your booth or in
the interview area.
Career Fair Only: You can staff your booth from 9:15 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hospitality: Morning coffee service and a buffet lunch ticket will be provided
for each registered recruiter.
Registration Form: The registration form is online on your Clarion Career Connections account home page - Events tab or Attend Events section.
Early Bird Registration - deadline April 17, 2014:
$50.00 for one recruiter, $25.00 for each additional recruiter. Includes:
One table, a chair for each registered recruiter, a listing in the online directory
and the printed directory that is distributed to students at the fair, morning coffee
service and a buffet lunch for each recruiter.
Regular Registration - deadline April 24, 2014:
$75.00 for one recruiter, $25.00 for each additional recruiter. Includes: One
table, a chair for each registered recruiter, a listing in the online directory and
the printed directory that is distributed to students at the fair (if registration
is received at least three weeks prior to the event), morning coffee service and a
buffet lunch for each recruiter.
Late Registration - after April 24, 2014:
$100.00 for one recruiter, $25.00 for each additional recruiter. Includes: One
table, a chair for each registered recruiter, a listing in the online directory, morning
coffee service and a buffet lunch for each recruiter.
Following the submission of your online registration form, you will see a confirmation form/invoice (if applicable). Please PRINT this form. Mail your registration fee with a copy of the confirmation letter/invoice form prior to the event to:
Diane Lutz
Career Development Center
Clarion University
840 Wood Street
419 Becht Hall
Clarion, PA 16214-1232
Clarion University Federal Tax ID#25-1474927
Clarion University Request for Taxpayer ID Number
Clarion University W-9
Refund: A full refund of the registration fee will be made if a written cancellation is received two weeks prior to the event.
Sponsorships, Support and Advertising Information
Increase your visibility with career fair attendees by becoming an event sponsor or supporter! All sponsorships help with career fairs and professional development and job search services provided by the Career Services Center. No goods or services are rendered for being a sponsor of the event and donations are tax-deductible. The Federal Tax ID number is provided on the event registration form and registration confirmation letter. The Clarion University Foundation, Inc., a non-profit organization.
Event Sponsor: $300
Event Co-Sponsor: $150
Event Supporter: Donate a door prize that the Career Development Center can raffle
off after the event.
For detailed information, print a copy of our Sponsorship, Support and Advertising sheet.
Facilities
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This event is located in the Multi-purpose Room on the second floor of the Gemmell Student Complex.
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One table, tablecloth and two chairs will be provided.
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You may place a banner or display on or behind your table (6' x 3').
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Signs are not permitted to be taped or tacked to walls.
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Wireless Internet service is available. However, you must provide your own laptop and wireless card.
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A limited number of electrical outlets will be made available on a first registered, first served basis.
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Organizations must supply their own audio/visual equipment and extension cords.
Unloading Materials and Employer Parking
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NEW PARKING LOCATION! Commuter Lot 16, Payne Street, Clarion, PA, 16214
Student volunteers may be available at this parking area one hour before the event to help recruiters transport materials to and from the venue. Your e-parking permit will be sent electronically prior to the event. -
If you chose to park on campus at a metered space along Wilson Avenue or on campus, you will need to feed the meter. Parking tickets will be the responsibility of the recruiter.
Site Information
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Clarion University of Pennsylvania, Gemmell Student Complex, 2nd Floor, Multi-purpose room.
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Employers - Parking permits will be provided by email. Commuter Lot 16, Payne St, Clarion, PA 16214.
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Candidates - Parking permits will be provided by email to pre-registered candidates. Commuter Lot 16, Payne St, Clarion, PA 16214. Walk-ins candidates can obtain permits at Public Safety, Thorne St or feed the meters along Wilson Ave or in the pay lots.
Travel Information
How to Find Us
The Career Services Center is located in 114 Egbert Hall. Egbert Hall is located "up the hill" on Page St.
From 8th Ave, turn onto Wood St.
Proceed to the stop sign at Wood St. and Arnold Ave.
Go forward 1/10 mile and make a right turn onto Page St (no street sign - Admissions
Office will be on your left, Page St on your right).
Proceed "up the hill" on Page St to Parking Lot E.
If there is parking space in Lot E, park your vehicle and proceed to office for a
parking permit.
If there is not a parking space in Lot E, park next to the Blue and Gold chains, put
on flashers and proceed in side to obtain a parking permit.
The first floor, back entrance of Egbert Hall can be accessed from parking lot E.
The Career Services Center is located on the first floor in room 114.
If parking Lot E is full, lot 9 on Wood St. is the closest alternative.
Parking permits on not valid in metered or handicapped spaces. If you park at a meter, you are responsible for payment.
Airports
DuBois, Franklin (45 minutes), Youngstown, OH (1 hour 30 minutes) Pittsburgh (1 hour 45 minutes), Cleveland, OH or State College, PA (2 hours)
Contact Us
Diana Brush, Associate Director
Diane Lutz, Administrative Assistant
Career Development Center
+1 814 393 2323
Employers - recruit@clarion.edu
Candidates - careers@clarion.edu