It can be pretty intimidating to enter a room with new opportunities all around you, but it could be your best shot at landing your dream job. According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers, more than 51 percent of college students have attended a job fair in the past year, compared to meet-and-greets (29 percent), employer presentations (20 percent), and webinars (19 percent). Of those students, more than 45 percent were able to get an interview, and a quarter of them were offered a position after attending a job fair. With more people attending job fairs, combined with time constraints and intimidation factors, it can be challenging for you to stand out. We Are HOPE, Inc.’s Kim Carley says preparation is key to making the most of your job fair experience.

As the summer turns into fall, there are many job fairs on the horizon for you to attend, including We Are HOPE’s on October 13th and NWTC’s on October 9th.