Talent Connect Frequently Asked Questions

Below are some Frequently Asked Questions we have received from employer participants. If you have any questions or concerns not answered by these FAQ, please reach out to us at [email protected]. To see participation requirements, registration instructions, and the Fall 2025 Talent Connect Schedule, you can click here to be taken to the Talent Connect main page.

 

Day-Of Instructions

Set-Up Information:

Please arrive as close to 9AM as possible to set up in the Cabot Cage. The entrance is on Forsyth Street – the employer check-in table will be set up there. Due to the construction on Huntington Ave., all entry (including students) will be through Forsyth Street, so the earlier you can arrive and set up, the better. We expect hundreds of students to attend starting at 10AM, so in order to avoid a scrum, please arrive early.

 

Day Schedule:

  • 9:00AM – 9:45AM: Employer check-in
  • 10:00AM – 1:00PM: Undergraduate session
  • 1:00PM – 2:30PM: Lunch
  • 2:30PM – 5:30PM: Graduate session

 

Please bring:

  • Employer swag for students
  • A tablecloth with your company logo
  • Promotional materials for your company and open roles

 

We will provide: 

  • A 6-foot table
  • Electrical access
  • Spare tablecloths (if needed)
  • Coffee, tea, and grab-and-go lunches (dietary restrictions provided for!)

 

Please Note: The deadline to ship materials has passed. Please bring any remaining materials yourself.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do you take checks for payment?

A: Unfortunately, no. The only payment method we can currently accept is credit card.

Q: My company can no longer attend the fair. Can I get a refund?

A:  Yes! If you need to cancel your registration, you can get a full refund if you cancel at least 7 business days (October 3rd) before the scheduled fair. If you cancel without 7 business days of notice, we cannot give you a refund.

Q: Is the venue far from the parking area? 

A: No, the parking area is conveniently located close to the venue. You can drop off any materials at the venue before heading to park. 

For visitors, Northeastern University has two parking garages on-campus:

  • Renaissance Park Garage (by Ruggles T Station)
    835 Columbus Ave
    Boston, MA 02115
  • Gainsborough Garage (by Matthews Arena)
    10 Gainsborough Street
    Boston, MA 02115

The parking garage and lots at the Museum of Fine Arts are also one block from campus.

Please note that we do not provide validated parking or waive parking fees.

Q: What size is the provided table?  

A: Each table provided is 6 feet in length.  

Q: Will we have access to electricity/power outlets? 

A: Yes, power outlets will be available for use at the venue. 

Q: Are we able to ship materials to you ahead of the event?

A: If you wish to ship your items instead of dropping them off day of you can do so to:

Stearns Center, c/o Career Design
420 Huntington Ave

Boston, MA 02115

  • We ask that you clearly label all of your things, so they are not mixed with anyone else’s, and that you clearly label your things for the “TALENT CONNECT CAREER FAIR.”
  • Please note that Northeastern will not pay for any returns. If you wish for us to ship your things back, please include a prepaid FedEx Ground return label with your boxes.
  • Kindly note that we are only able to ship return packages via FedEx Ground. We cannot accommodate returns through FedEx Express or UPS.
  • Deadline for shipping is October 2nd.

Q: I’ve read through this FAQ and am still confused about how the event will work. Can you help?

A: Absolutely! Please email our team at [email protected], and we are happy to answer any questions.