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Recruitment Fairs: FAQs

FAQs

Before the fair...

How will the 2023/24 Fairs be run?

The UCD Internship Fair takes place on 23rd January 2024, and the UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School Spring & Internship Fair takes place on 5th March 2024. To book a place in the Fairs please click this link.

For more information about all the Careers Fairs click this link.

How can I learn more about the UCD Recruitment Fairs?

If you would like more information about our upcoming Recruitment Fairs, and further Employer Engagement Opportunities, please consult our Employer Brochure or contact our dedicated team below.

Alessia Talarico, Career Development Assistant: careersevents@ucd.ie

Hannah Lamont, Team Lead: hannah.lamont@ucd.ie   

How can I book a stall?

You can book your stall by filling out the 2023/2024 Recruitment Fair Booking Form.

Please note it is not possible to reserve a specific stall in the fair. Exhibitors will receive a detailed Floor Plan in the Exhibitor Manual, which will  be sent prior to the Fair.

If you would like more information about our upcoming Recruitment Fairs please contact our dedicated team below.

Alessia Talarico, Career Development Assistant: careersevents@ucd.ie

Hannah Lamont, Team Lead: hannah.lamont@ucd.ie

Is there a registration deadline?

The deadline to sign up for the Internship Recruitment Fair has been extended to Tuesday the 9th of January 2024.

The deadline to sign up for the Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School Fair is Tuesday the 20th of February.

Booking is subject to availability and we will operate a waiting list once we reach capacity.

 

What resources will be provided to prepare employers for a successful fair experience?

You will receive an exhibitor manual before the fair, with detailed information about the location, parking, stalls, catering, set-up and the running of the event.

You will also receive a guide on how to create your full profile on our MyCareer platform. This allows you to share information and open vacancies with our students ahead of and after the fairs. Students will be able to 'follow' your company on MyCareer to get notifications when you post a new vacancy on the system.

You will also be invited to share promotional videos, testimonials, images and/or texts that we will use in our promotional campaign across our Social Media channels and special edition LinkedIn Newsletter. This is a complimentary service as part of your booking.

When can employers begin setting up their stands?

Set-up time for the Internship Fair is between 9:00am - 12:00pm on the day of the Fair.

What information do we ask Exhibitors have at their stall?

Exhibitors should bring their own signage and pop-up stands.

Each exhibitors will be allocated an area approximately 3m x 1.5m. Each area will contain a covered table and 2 chairs. There will be power available, but we encourage exhibitors to bring their own extension cables for ease of access. Please let us know in advance if your exhibition stand requires power.

We encourage Exhibitors to bring information about their company and the employment opportunities they offer or want to promote.

Exhibitors are required to keep in line with their allocated stand area and any additional marketing equipment, e.g. videos, photo booths etc. must be approved by the UCD Careers Network.

For further information about items that are not allowed, please refer to point 3 of our Fair Terms & Conditions.

During the fair...

How many staff members can employers have at their stall?

For health & safety reasons, up to 4 staff members can be at an employer stand at any given time.

 
What is the parking situation like on the day of the fair?

Parking is limited at UCD and it will not be possible to reserve a parking space on the day. We refer you to UCD's Guide to Parking on Campus for more information.

How can I deliver equipment and materials?

There is a delivery entrance to O'Reilly Hall which can be used for dropping off any equipment or materials on the morning of the fair only.

The delivery entrance is on the north side of O'Reilly Hall, next to the loading bay, which can be accessed via the O'Reilly Hall car park. 

Will lunch be provided?

Yes, lunch will be provided and there will be vegan and gluten free options available. In line with the maximum allowance of four staff members per stall, to prevent food waste a maximum of four lunch vouchers per company are provided.

What does the stand look like/what is provided with the stand?

Every Exhibitor will be provided with a covered table and 2 chairs The dimensions of the stands are approximately 3m x 1.5m.

Does UCD provide technical equipment to Exhibitors?

UCD does not provide technical equipment (such as screens), but Exhibitors are invited to bring their own equipment in compliance with Health and Safety Requirement for Exhibitors. Power sources will be available but we encourage you to bring your own extension cable if you require access to power.