FAQ's for Employers

What is the Career Fair?

The Career Fair is a bi-annual event attended by students from all fields of study. The fair provides an excellent opportunity for employers to provide information about their company and to connect with students to discuss or interview for current and/or future career-related employment and Co-op/internship opportunities.
NOTE: This event is only for bona fide employers of college interns and grads. Anyone wanting to participate for the sole purpose of promoting anything but jobs and to provide company information, may not attend.

What are some options for me if I want to come to your campus to meet students?

Information Sessions: You can request an information session through Career Connect. These can be held any time of the week, however Monday – Thursday, at 5, 5:30 p.m. or 6 p.m. are the best times. You supply the date you want to host an event, and our office will make arrangements to include a room either at the Memorial Union or within a specific college. We will also make arrangements for a projector, screen, podium, speakers, etc., if you’d like to show a PowerPoint or web presentation. In addition, offering food such as pizza and cookies, entices students to attend. We can help with ideas if you want to go in that direction. Our office will make a poster and send it to the departments of the majors you are interested in attracting. We will also send an email to students to notify them of the information session. Contact our Recruitment Coordinator for assistance or with any questions you may have.

Table at the Memorial Union: This option is great if you want to reach out to students on a one-on-one basis. Our office will “sponsor” a table for you at the Union. Available Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. The best times to staff the table would be from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., which is the peak of activity in the Union. Our office will make a poster and send it to the departments of the majors you are interested in attracting. We will also post the information session in Career Connect and send an email to students to notify them that you will be at a table in the Union.

Can I hold interviews on campus?

The Career Services office is just the place to do that. We have eight interview rooms readily available, in addition to a waiting area for your interviewees. If more than eight rooms are needed, we will make arrangements to meet your needs. You can schedule interviews by setting up the position available on Career Connect and selecting a schedule of half-hour, 45 minutes or one-hour interview times. Students that meet the requirements you have chosen will then be able to submit resumes; you will screen them and make your choices of who you’d like to interview. Additional openings on your schedule could be filled in as you meet and talk with students at an Information Session, Career Fair, or table at the Memorial Union as described above.

When is the next Career Fair?

Our Career Fairs are generally held early in February and October of each year. Check out our Career Fair page.

How do I post a position that we have available?

This can be done through our online Career Connect system.

How many students are graduating in a specific field?

Check out the Summary of Graduates by College: http://und.edu/research/institutional-research/_files/docs/graduates/college-totals.pdf

What is the average salary for a specific field (either national or regional)?

For North Dakota averages, search the following:

http://www.ndworkforceintelligence.com/analyzer/session/session.asp?cat=HST_EMP_WAGE

For National average, search the following:

http://www.careerinfonet.org/occupations/select_occupation.aspx?next=compare_get_msa&level=&optstatus=&id=1&nodeid=209&stfips=&jobfam=

How do I register for the Career Fair?

The best way to register for the Career Fair is through the Career Connect online system.

• If you have not registered in the system yet, click where it states "new employer partner's click here to register". If you have registered, enter your user name and password to log in.
• Once in the system:
  • Run your mouse over "Career Events" in the green bar across the top of the page
  • Click on the "Career Events List"
  • Click on the “search” button -- the title of the event should come up
  • Clicking on the title of the event will give you information about it
  • Clicking on the word 'register' (on the right) will take you to the registration form
  • Some information will be automatically filled in. You will need to complete the rest of the registration information.

If you have any problems or questions, please contact our office at email or (701) 777-3904.

What is the registration fee and what does it include?

$200, Single Booth (without electricity)
$225, Single Booth (with electricity)
Both Include:

• 6 foot table
• registration for up to two representatives ($10 each for more than 2 reps)
• tablecloth, if needed
• free parking or free shuttle to/from your hotel
• lunch/snacks/refreshments

$400, Double Booth (without electricity)
$450, Double Booth (with electricity)

• 2 - 6 foot tables
• registration for up to four representatives ($10 each for more than 4 reps)
• tablecloths, if needed
• free parking or free shuttle to/from your hotel
• lunch/snacks/refreshments

The registration fee is non-refundable 10 business days prior to the Career Fair. Fees after that deadline are:
$250, Single Booth (w/o electricity)
$275, Single Booth (with electricity)

$500, Double Booth (without electricity)
$550, Double Booth (with electricity)

Registrations will not be accepted after September 26, 2012.

How can I pay the registration fee?

The registration fee may be paid by check or credit card.

Checks are made payable to “UND” and sent to:
UND Career Services
2891 2nd Avenue North MS 9014
Grand Forks, ND 58202-9014

Call 701-777-3905 for credit card payments.

What is the cancellation/refund policy?

Cancellation notification is appreciated so we may inform students. Refund of the registration fee (minus a $50 administrative fee) will be given for cancellations received up to 10 business days before the date of the fair, by 4pm (CDT).

What Colleges and Majors does UND offer?

View the UND Fields of Study at http://www.und.nodak.edu/dept/registrar/FieldsOfStudy/FieldsOfStudy.htm

Who is invited to the Career Fair?

UND undergraduate and graduate students in all fields of study. UND alumni are invited and encouraged to attend the Career Fair as well. We also extend an invitation to the student body of colleges/universities in the tri-state area.

The Career Fair is not open to the general public.

Where do I ship displays and materials for the Career Fair?

Attn: UND Career Fair
c/o Campus Postal Services
2891 2nd Avenue North MS 9014
Grand Forks, ND 58202-9014

What are the lodging options in Grand Forks?

A full list if hotel accomodations can be found at the Greater Grand Forks Convention and Visitors Bureau .

Suggested Hotels:

Hilton Garden Inn
4301 James Ray Drive
Grand Forks, ND 58203
Phone: (701) 775-6000
FAX: (701) 746-0298
Visit the Website

Clarion Inn
Junction of I-29 & US Highway 2
1210 North 43rd Street
Grand Forks, ND 58203
Phone: (701) 775-3951
FAX: (701) 780-9112
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Canad Inns
1000 South 42nd Street
Grand Forks, ND 58203
Phone: (701) 772-8404
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Ramada Inn
Junction of I-29 & US Highway 2
1205 North 43rd Street
Grand Forks, ND 58203
Phone: (701) 775-3951
FAX: (701) 775-9774
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If you would like shuttle service to/from your hotel, call (701) 741-5610 or (218) 779-3325 the morning of the fair to make arrangements. Please allow at least 15 minutes lead time for pick-up.

Where is the Career Fair held?

The Career Fair will be held in the Wellness Center Main Gym on UND’s Campus.

Where can I unload my vehicle and park for the Career Fair?

Enter and exit on the east side of the Wellness Center. There will be staff available to assist with loading and unloading of displays. Free parking is available in the paved lot east of the main entrance. Please do not park in front of the Wellness Center, you will be ticketed.

Who should I contact to set up next day interviews after the Career Fair?

To reserve a room for interviews the day after the fair, contact our Recruitment Coordinator. Rooms go quickly for the day after the fair so please call as soon as possible to reserve yours.

Who can I contact for assistance with the Career Fair?

If you need additional information or have a special request, please contact our Career Fair Coordinator.