Dolan Career Development Center

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#28

Top Colleges for Career Success

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99%

Undergraduates Employed or Accepted to Graduate School

#22

Best Career Services

2025 Princeton Review

Individualized Career Coaching

Our team offers personalized, individualized career coaching to help all students with exploring career options; crafting standout resumes, cover letters, and LinkedIn profiles; preparing for interviews; developing internship and job search strategies; expanding professional networks, and navigating salary negotiations and job offers

Dolan on Demand

We also offer on-demand support to enhance your career readiness, from resume reviews to LinkedIn optimization and interview prep. Drop-in hours are Monday to Thursday from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in Dolan 205.

Stags In...

Engage with alumni and industry professionals at one of our various "Stags In" events and gain insights into industry trends, resume building, and career preparation. Stags In events are available as various concentrations and focuses, such as Stags In Analytics, Business, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Management, Marketing, and Wall St.

Alumni Panels

Learn directly from successful graduates about diverse career paths, industry trends, and essential skills. These events also provide exclusive networking opportunities.

Professional-in-Residence (PIR) Program

Receive mentorship from experienced professionals who offer real-world insights on leadership and career advancement, helping you turn knowledge into action.

Excel Workshop Series

Master essential Excel skills through our three-level workshop series, from introductory to advanced techniques, ensuring you're prepared for internships or jobs.

Money Talks

Financial Planning for College Students and New Graduates: Learn practical financial life skills in this two-part seminar, designed to help you establish a strong financial foundation as you transition into your career.

Resume Expo

Prepare your resume for career fairs by attending our Resume Expo, where multiple employers will provide valuable feedback and networking opportunities.

Snack n’ Chat

Connect with employers over snacks and casual conversations to explore exciting career opportunities.

Professional Pathways Visits

Experience firsthand exposure to professional environments through site visits to companies like Goldman Sachs, J.P. Morgan, and PwC, bridging the gap between academic learning and real-world application.

Fairfield Dolan views practical experience as an important part of your academic program. An internship will give students the opportunity to apply classroom theories to real-world situations and use on-the-job experiences to enrich their academic programs while giving them a competitive edge in the job market.

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Sarah Bollinger

Senior Director, Dolan Career Development Center | Academic Internships & Management

sbollinger@fairfield.edu

Christina Cummings

Assistant Director, Dolan Career Development Center | Economics, Finance, and International Business

ccummings@fairfield.edu

Jordyn Hackett-Slimm

Assistant Director, Dolan Career Development Center | Accounting & Undeclared

jhackett-slimm@fairfield.edu

Carolyn Montrose

Associate Director, Dolan Career Development Center | Analytics, Integrated Business and Engineering, Marketing, and Sports Business

cmontrose@fairfield.edu

Cyndi Palaia

Program Coordinator, Dolan Centers | Applied Ethics, Career Development, & Entrepreneurship

cpalaia@fairfield.edu

Center Hours

Monday – Friday
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
*Graduate student appointments available after 4:30 p.m. by request.

Schedule an Appointment

Schedule an appointment with a career coach or Professional in Residence (PIR) via dolancareer@fairfield.edu or call 203-254-4000, ext. 3987.

Fairfield University is a proud member of the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), and adheres to all NACE recruiting standards and practices. The Dolan Career Development Center is committed to maintaining professional standards in recruiting and career development as set forth by NACE. These standards are the benchmark of the profession. For more information, please see NACE PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS.

Fairfield University also abides by NACE’s Principles for Ethical Professional Practice. Employers requesting access to students through the services of the Dolan Career Development Center are expected to abide by these principles, which may be reviewed at principles for employment professionals. Fairfield Dolan does not discriminate against students on the basis of sex, race, color, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, or disability or handicap in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, employment policies, and scholarship programs. The School expects corporate partners to maintain the same practices.