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Employer Information Sessions

Many employers host on-campus information sessions. They typically take place in the evening, and are a great way to get to know more about specific organizations and their opportunities, as well as network.

What are information sessions?
Information sessions might be paired with on-campus interviews, a resume drop, or scheduled alone. Most are open to all students (any major, any year, undergrad and grad students). A few sessions are intended only for students who have already been selected for interviews, but this is rare and will be indicated.

If you hope to interview with an employer holding an information session, we strongly encourage you to attend. Employers expect you to use these sessions as a chance to talk to people who work there (such as recruiters and JHU alumni who work there). They present the basic information students will need to know during their interviews, such as information about their industries, their opportunities, and the types of candidates they want to hire.

For underclassmen, employer presentations are a great way to learn about a field, and to begin to assess if you might like to work in that field later. They also present a prime opportunity for you to ask about internships or summer jobs, even if the organization is visiting campus for primarily for full-time hiring.

To attend an information session, sign up using your J-Connect account. A schedule of information sessions is available both on the Career Center’s website and in your J-Connect account.

What to expect at information sessions
At most events, representatives will present an overview of the organization, career opportunities, and the profile of the students they wish to hire. The formal presentation is followed by questions, refreshments, and mingling. Many organizations bring alumni to presentations, which affords you the opportunity to network with Hopkins graduates who are currently working for the organization.

Business professional attire is always expected at information sessions, unless specifically stated otherwise by the organization. Be mindful of business etiquette, and turn off your cell phone.

Make the most of information sessions
To make the most of information sessions, be prepared to actively participate. Raise your hand. Have questions ready to ask. Be prepared to stay after the session to ask individual questions. Do your research about the employer beforehand. You can go to an information session to learn information or to make a great impression on a potential employer — the choice is yours.