Job Fairs

City Personnel, Inc. (Multiple Industries/Staffing) 

Family Service of Rhode Island (FSRI) (Human Services/Social Justice/Healthcare) 

Greater Providence YMCA (Human Services/Community) 

AAA Northeast (Business/Automotive)

Amica Mutual Insurance Company (Business/Finance/Insurance) 

Brown University Health (Healthcare/Business/Communications/STEM) 

City Personnel, Inc. (Multiple Industries/Staffing) 

Washington Trust (Business/Finance) 

Brown University Health (Healthcare/Business/Communications/STEM) 

City Personnel, Inc. (Multiple Industries/Staffing) 

Community College of Rhode Island (Education/Government) 

City Personnel, Inc. (Multiple Industries/Staffing) 

Community College of Rhode Island (Education/Government) 

Family Service of Rhode Island (FSRI) (Human Services/Social Justice/Healthcare) 

James L. Maher Center (Human Services/Disability Support) 

Greater Providence YMCA (Human Services/Community) 

The Groden Center (Human Services/Disability Support) 

West Bay RI (Human Services/Disability Support) 

City Personnel, Inc. (Multiple Industries/Staffing) 

Eurofins Environment Testing (Environment/Lab Science) 

Brown University Health (Healthcare/Business/Communications/STEM) 

City Personnel, Inc. (Multiple Industries/Staffing) 

Family Service of Rhode Island (FSRI) (Human Services/Social Justice/Healthcare) 

James L. Maher Center (Human Services/Disability Support) 

Rhode Island Blood Center (Healthcare/Clinical Lab) 

Amica Mutual Insurance Company (Business/Finance/Insurance) 

Brown University Health (Healthcare/Business/Communications/STEM) 

Eurofins Environment Testing (Environment/Lab Science) 

SENEDIA (Defense/Technology/STEM) 

Washington Trust (Business/Finance) 

A virtual job fair works a lot like an in-person one: you browse employers, make connections, and explore opportunities, but it all happens online through Handshake. Instead of walking up to a booth, you join registered employer sessions from your computer or phone. No commute, same real connections. 

Handshake is CCRI's go-to platform for jobs, internships, and career events. And,  on April 28, it's where the fair happens. You'll log in to join employer group sessions, browse who's attending, and connect with recruiters directly. If you can join a video call, you can do this. And, your Career Services team is here to support you.  
 
Alumni: You may need to create or reactivate a Handshake account. You may need to request access. Questions about access? Contact David LePage directly at [email protected]. 

Employers can host two types of sessions: group information sessions and optional one-on-one meetings. Session lengths will be about 30 minutes long, so pay attention to session length when signing up. 

You need to sign up for sessions in advance, as each employer has a limited number of spots, so signing up early ensures you'll meet with the employers you're most interested in. That said, you can register for the fair and sign up for sessions from the start date all the way through the day of the fair.  

Yes, and this is why it pays to have your resume updated to your profile before April 28. Our employers know that we had to pivot quickly, so don’t worry about updating every section of your Handshake profile.  

When you sign up for employer sessions, you're added to an RSVPs list, and employers will have access to your public resume before and after the fair. Make sure your resume is uploaded and visible on your Handshake profile. 

Once logged into Handshake, a green bar will appear at the top of the screen with a notification that reads "Career Fair today!" Click the Fair Schedule link to access your sessions. Five minutes before each session, a "Join Video" button will appear next to your scheduled time slot. From there, you'll have access to video, audio, and text chat within the session.

And, please attend! Thee are countless reasons, including: 

• Meet employers who are actively hiring and looking for candidates like you 

• Join group info sessions hosted directly by companies 

• Optionally schedule one-on-one meetings with recruiters 

• Explore part-time, full-time, internship, and seasonal opportunities 

• It's virtual and flexible, no commute required 

• Nearly half of students who attend a career fair receive an interview invitation (NACE, 2024) 

• For active students, if you attend, you are automatically entered into a raffle to win a $50 Burlington gift card!  

That is very common! Many people feel nervous when networking. 

It is absolutely okay to reference your notes. In fact, coming prepared with notes or questions shows interest and professionalism. Just try to keep the conversation natural rather than reading directly from your notes. 

One helpful strategy is to research companies ahead of time and prepare a few questions. For example: 

• What is your hiring process like for college students? 
• What skills do you look for most in candidates? 
• How long have you been with the company, and what do you enjoy most about it? 

Once the fair wraps up, you can follow up with employers in Handshake immediately after your session via the pop-up that appears automatically. You can also send a thank-you message directly through Handshake, connect on LinkedIn, and apply for any open positions. See the sample thank-you email below. 

Sample Thank You Email (updated) 

Dear [Employer Name], 

Thank you for taking the time to connect with me at the CCRI Spring 2026 Virtual Job Fair on April 28th. I enjoyed learning more about [company name] and your work in [industry/area]. 

I especially appreciated our conversation about [something specific]. It gave me a clearer picture of [role/career path/company culture]. 

I'm very interested in opportunities with your organization and would welcome the chance to stay connected. 

Thank you again for your time. 

Best,

[Your Name]

[CCRI Program or Major]

[Your Email]