KatieCareer Guide to a Great Elevator Speech
An elevator speech is a short introduction that expresses to a recruiter or career professional who you are and what you have to offer. You can use it for job fairs, interviews, professional events and networking.
Components
30 second speech may include:
- Name, degree and program
- Any areas of specialization in education
- When you will obtain your degree
- What is your purpose at this event
- Describe select academic, volunteer and/or work experiences relevant to that employer
- State your career goals and areas of interest
- What positions are of interest to you
- What major skills do you have and which do you want to use OR What skill you have that make you a good candidate for a job or internship
- Let them know what you know about them – their mission, the type of work they do, their services or products, etc.
By developing an elevator speech and practicing it out loud a few times before you go to a job fair, you will be better prepared to speak to employers and introduce yourself in a professional and positive manner.
