How to Work a Career Fair

Do:

Do dress professionally.
Do greet the person with a firm handshake and maintain eye contact.
Do develop good questions to ask before entering the fair. “What is a typical day like?” “Could you describe the ideal candidate?”
Do have a sense of humor and be personable. Talk conversationally with recruiters.
Do inquire about obtaining further information.
Do “Close the Deal.” Take a business card so that you can follow up with a Thank You card.
Do stand alone and be independent.
Do have an open mind. Approach lesser companies to discover their potential.
Do research companies beforehand.

Don't:

Don't be afraid of the recruiter. They want to meet qualified candidates.
Don't pretend that you are interested when you are not.
Don't overstate your abilities--you might end up with a job that you can not do.
Don't ask about salary or complain about previous bosses.
Don't monopolize the recruiter's time.
Don't just put your resume in a pile. Take time to market yourself.