Fall 2021 Virtual Career and Internship Expo
Due to increased Covid-19 precautions surrounding the highly contagious Delta variant, the IN PERSON CAREER EXPO (September 21) HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
Instead, join us virtually on September 23! We had great feedback for the previous two virtual expos, where employers met with over 1300 unique students over the fall and spring semesters. The virtual Expo will be hosted on Handshake's Virtual Fair platform, and we will be communicating the exciting new updates to the software. Like usual, the virtual fairs is open to all Rice majors and current and former students looking for a wide range of opportunities. We’re pleased to partner with the Career Development Office at the Jones Graduate School of Business, making it easier than ever to recruit ALL Rice students.
Thursday, September 23 · 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. · Handshake (virtual)
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For profit: $300 through August 1; $400 after August 1
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Nonprofit and Education Programs: $200 through August 1; $300 after August 1
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Rice: $100 -- Rice affiliates and departments are welcome to attend the virtual expo
Refunds for in-person cancellation:
We will be processing refunds for the difference in cost between the in-person Expo and the virtual Expo (or full cost if you can no longer attend), given the recent cancellation. Please allow up to 4 weeks for processing. If you have not been in contact with a member of our Employer Relations Team, please reach out to: katelyn.holm@rice.edu
Notice of Cancellation Policy for those already registered virtually
If you need to cancel your registration, please email katelyn.holm@rice.edu.
- Before July 15 — Full refund, 10% cancellation fee
- Between July 16 and September 1 — 75% refund, 10% cancellation fee
- On and after September 1 — no refund
There are no exceptions to this policy.
ABOUT THE VIRTUAL EXPO
Employers who register for the virtual Expo will have the opportunity to host as many as 5 virtual group sessions over the course of the day, as well as an unlimited amount of on on one virtual sessions with students, with the ability to set qualifications for those.
VIRTUAL EXPO EDUCATION
This is our favorite, all-encompassing guide.
If you’re not already a registered employer in Handshake, that’s the first step. Click here.
If you’re new to virtual events in general, we can help. Click here.
Demo
This video is a great resource for employers -- your entire team can see how the Handshake platform performs and what to expect logistically. As the event gets closer, we will also be providing some trainings and webinars for employers!
Preparation
This is a checklist that breaks down each step, and details the processes of registering, creating schedules, marketing yourself, finding students, and more. It's helpful and easy to follow.
Setting up the Fair
https://support.joinhandshake.com/hc/en-us/articles/360052504513
Marketing to Students
How to create a Handshake email campaign
How to message students about your upcoming Expo sessions
After the Fair
How to reach out to students and track attendance
Employer Webinar: Recruit at Rice University
Here's a short training to catch you up on all of our Fall 2021 Recruiting Options.
Click here for a short 12 minute "all you need to know" about the virtual Expo training, hosted Spring 2021.
SPONSORSHIP
Sponsors will be promoted at BOTH the in-person and virtual Expos, whether you attend both or not.
Premium sponsorship - $5,000
This sponsorship includes enhanced marketing:
- Double booth at Expo in Sponsorship Row (front of event) with 6 additional representatives
- Company name and logo on big screen during in-person Expo
- Company logo on campus-wide ground signs
- Company logo on t-shirts, given out to 300 students and marketed across campus
- Logo on event website and Handshake landing page
- Marketing of company Expo schedule 1 week prior to event
- Premium recognition in event publicity on Facebook, schedule featured in the student newsletter, in event emails, on flyers, and all other event advertising
Gold sponsorship - $2,500
This sponsorship includes enhanced marketing:
- Single booth in Sponsorship Row (front of event) with 6 additional representatives
- Company name and logo on big screen during in-person Expo
- Company logo on campus-wide ground signs
- Company logo on Handshake landing page
- Company logo on Expo sponsorship ads - digital and print
- A mention of your company on Facebook, in student newsletters, in event emails, and on any Expo flyers
Disability Accommodations
If disability accommodations (e.g., communication access, alternate formats) are needed to participate fully in this event, please contact Katelyn Powell at 713-348-4008 or kh39@rice.edu.