Events
You will find information below for events sponsored by the Career Planning Center including workshops and career fairs. Please check Experience's calendar to find out when companies will be sponsoring events on campus such as networking events, resume reviews, and interview days.
Career Fairs | #Seniorproblems Seminar Series | General Workshops
Fairfield University General Career Fairs
(Open to Fairfield University students only)
Spring 2013 Career Fair
Thursday, February 21, 2013
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Leslie C. Quick, Jr. Recreation Complex (the RecPlex)View participant list
The next general Career Fair will take place in September 2013.
Previous Specialized FairsLaw School Fair
Thursday, October 11, 2012
12:30-2 p.m. at the Charles F. Dolan School of Business
Fall 2012 Nursing Career Fair
Friday, November 30, 2012
Regional Career Fairs Open to the Public
- Boston Idealist Graduate School Fair
- Providence Idealist Graduate School Fair
- College Career Centers of Western Massachusetts Criminal Justice & Non Profit Career Fair
- College 2 Career Expo
- Connecticut Job Fairs
- Cumulus Media Job Fair
- Fairfield County Recruitment Fair (Teachers)
- Jobfind.com
- Advancejobfairs.com
- Springfield Public Schools Teacher Recruitment Fair
- Teacher Recruitment Fair for Easton, Redding, and Region 9 School Districts
- Teacher Job Fair Listing
- Women for Hire
Attending a Career Fair
Career Fairs are popular among job seekers and employers alike. They offer opportunities for individuals seeking employment, or in some cases internships, to meet with several employers. Learn how to successfully attend a Career Fair:
#Seniorproblems Seminar Series
Are you graduating this May? Do you have questions about the transition from Fairfield to your career? If yes, you should attend the #Seniorproblems Seminar Series and get your questions answered!
Finding an Apartment in NYC
Tuesday, March 5 from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Kelley Center Presentation Room
Are you considering moving to New York City after graduation? Representatives of NYC-based Cooper & Cooper Real Estate will be providing information on NYC neighborhoods, the necessary paperwork you need to complete, and how to avoid scams. This session is a must for those moving to the city!
Evaluating Benefits/Job Offers
Thursday, March 21 from 6-7 p.m.
Kelley Center Presentation Room
So you finally got the job - now what? Do you know what to look for when it comes to health insurance? 401ks and other retirement plans? How do you know if the salary they offer is fair? Find out at this session!
Backpack to Briefcase
Thursday, April 4, from 6-8 p.m.
Kelley Center Presentation Room
Come enjoy appetizers, beer, and wine while networking with recent Fairfield alumni. These alumni will share tips on the job search process, what the world of work is really like, and more!
Stay tuned as more workshops are scheduled for spring 2013.