Job Seekers

INFORMS CAREER FAIR

WHY PARTICIPATE

• Gain priority access to recruiters and job openings across academia, industry, and government.

• Schedule 1:1 conversations and make lasting impressions in real time.

• See job postings from participating employers and follow up after the event.

• Participate in a virtual resume review or coaching session held in October prior to the Career Fair (see event page link coming September 2026).

HOW TO REGISTER

• Step #1 – Register for the 2026 INFORMS Annual Meeting (required).

• Step #2 – Create or update your Career Center job seeker account at https://careercenter.informs.org/  (Register or Sign In). Complete your Career Center profile and upload an up-to-date resume so employers can discover you.

• Step #3 – Register for the Career Fair on the Career Center event page (go to https://careercenter.informs.org/events and click on the “Register as an Attendee” button). Once registered, you can review openings, plan who to meet, respond to interview requests and manage your schedule.

• Step #4 – If you want a virtual resume review or coaching session, use the Resume Review/Coaching tab (available mid-September 2026) to select ONE slot (first-come, first-served).

TIPS & REMINDERS: WHAT TO DO IN ADVANCE

• Ensure your talent profile is completed, and your up-to-date resume is uploaded. Participating employers will have access to the resume database.

• Research the companies you’re interested in interviewing with. Be ready to discuss your education, skill sets, and past experiences and how you can help the employers you meet.

• Print extra copies of your resume if you plan to share paper copies on site. INFORMS does not offer on-site printing and hotel options may be limited.

• Come rested and ready to make a great first impression.

• Follow up with a thank-you email after interviews. If you do a resume review/coaching session, send a thank-you note to your volunteer reviewer/coach.