Monday, September 15, 2008
How To Dress for the SU Job/Internship Fair
There are over 70 employers registered for the 2008 SU Job/Internship Fair. One of the best ways to market yourself is dress appropriately. You MUST represent yourself well by dressing business professional or at least business casual.
Business Professional:
GUIDELINES FOR MEN:
SUIT: dark blue, gray, muted pin-stripes
SHIRT: white, pale blue, pale yellow
TIE: conservative, classic
SHOES: highly polished slip-ons or laced dress shoes; brown, cordovan, or black
GUIDELINES FOR WOMEN
SUIT, DRESS: conservative, below knee length
BLOUSE: simple style, white or soft colors
SHOES: pumps or medium heels
HOSE: beige, tan, or natural
PURSE: medium or small size in a color that goes with your outfit
MISC: clear or lightly tinted nail polish, minimal jewelry, light perfume, understated natural makeup
Business Casual Guidelines for Men and Women:
When you are specifically directed to wear business casual, or think that this attire is in order, you can follow the following guidelines.
Pants: Khaki pants, neatly pressed, and a pressed long-sleeved, buttoned solid shirt are safe business casual for both men and women.
Shirt: Polo shirts are an appropriate choice if you know the environment will be quite casual, outdoors, or in a very hot location.
Shoes/Belt: Be sure to wear a belt and shoes that are in good condition. Athletic shoes and flip flops are not acceptable.
Click here to see examples of both Business Professional and Business Casual
Specifics for Men's Business Casual:
Ties: Ties are great to wear with a sports coat. Do not wear a ties that has graphics on it that will detract from you and your conversation.
Shirts: Long-sleeved shirts are considered dressier than short-sleeved and are appropriate even in summer. Choosing white or light blue solid or conservative stripes is your safest bet. Polo shirts (tucked in, of course) are acceptable in more casual situations.
Socks: Do wear dark socks, mid-calf length so no skin is visible when you sit down.
Shoes: Shoes that are in good condition should be worn. No sandals, athletic shoes or hiking boots.
Cologne, Hair, Jewelry, Backpack: Make sure your hair is neat and well-groomed. Use very little cologne and jewelry. Do not take your backpack in to the fair. Leave it in the Career Center.
Specifics for Women's Business Casual:
Pants/Skirts: Women can wear casual pants or skirts. For the most businesslike appearance, pants should be tailored. A knee-length skirt is preferable although a long skirt may be considered.
Shirt/Sweaters/Jackets: In addition to tailored shirts or blouses, tailored knit sweaters and sweater sets are appropriate business casual choices for women. A tailored jacket may also be worn.
Shoes and Hosiery: Closed-toe shoes, sandals which are neither extremely dressy nor extremely casual are appropriate. Regardless of what is in style, avoid extreme. Make certain you can walk comfortably in your shoes. Hosiery should be considered with skirts.
Cologne, Hair, Jewelry, Backpack: Make sure your hair is neat and well-groomed. Use very little cologne and jewelry. Do not take your backpack in to the fair. Leave it in the Career Center.
The Do Not’s:
Do NOT bring your skateboard
Do not wear shorts
Do not wear a hat
Do not wear t-shirts
Do not wear sweatshirts or sweatpants
Do not chew gum
etc., etc., etc.
Dress well and be confident! You may land a job or an internship from this fair and the best way to do that is dress professionally! See you at the fair.
Charlie Endicott
Associate Director of Career Services
Salisbury University
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