Frequently Asked Questions
Please find answers to frequently asked questions about the HATC Job Fair.
Q: What students attend the fair?
A: Invitees include graduating seniors, as well as juniors; most students are from the University of Houston College of Education and some may be from other area universities. Graduating seniors are working toward their teacher certification in order to be certified by the time they start working. Juniors are invited to give them exposure to different districts and job fair experience.
Q: What are the costs for the fair?
A: The standard registration fee for a district/organization is $300. This fee includes one table, two chairs, and lunch and parking for two representatives.
Q: Can we have more than two representatives?
A: Yes. You may have four additional representatives, for a fee of $35 per person (includes lunch and parking). This means a district/organization may have a total of six representatives.
Q: Can we have more than one table?
A: Yes. One additional table is allowed for a fee of $25. The additional table will come with two chairs.
Q: Can I have a separate table to conduct interviews?
A: Yes. You may have one separate table for interviews for a fee of $25. Interview tables will not be in the main job fair room but are down the hall in a quiet room (this is the closest spot the venue offers).
Q: How do I sign up for additional booths, representatives or interview tables?
A: There is a section on the Main Registration Form to add additional representatives and tables. However, if you have already registered and then discover you need more, please use this Additional Representative/Table Registration Form.
Q: What payment methods do you accept?
A: We only accept credit cards for payment. This is a new procedure as of fall 2024. Thank you for your understanding.
Q: What if my credit card payment keeps getting rejected?
A: The system is very sensitive. If your card payment is not going through, please double-check all your information, particularly the address. It must match bank records. For example, try “Ave,” “Avenue” or “Ave.” Try “North,” “N” or “N.” Email coecomm@uh.edu with any issues.
Q: If any of our representatives are unable to attend, are refunds granted?
A: No. Unfortunately, all fees are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled.
Q: Do I need to list the names of all the representatives who will attend the fair when I register?
A: No. We will only need the name of the district/entity and the total number of representatives. We recognize that last minute substitutions take place, so it’s an easier process at check-in.
Q: Will I receive a confirmation email after I register?
A: Yes, the person filling out the registration form will receive an email receipt. if you did not receive it after you registered, please email coecomm@uh.edu.
Q: Is it possible for me to get a W-9 from your organization for my accounting records?
A: Yes. If you have registered and paid, you can find the W-9 form on the UH website.
Q: What type of meal is provided?
A: Lunch is provided for all paid registrants. The standard lunch is a salad, chicken and pasta, and cheesecake. There will be a limited number of vegetarian meals available. Please note that meals cannot be taken to-go.
Q: Where can I park?
A: Parking is available in the UH Hilton garage, which is attached to the hotel. The hotel address is 4450 University Drive, Houston, TX 77204-3028. Overflow parking is available in the UH Welcome Center garage, 4434 Drive.
Q: How do I pay for parking?
A: Parking in the UH Hilton garage will be validated for all paid registants. You will receive validation tickets at check-in. Limited validations will be available for Welcome Center garage parking.