Career Fairs

Career Fairs are a valuable opportunity for students of all majors and class years to explore careers, network with employers, discover internship and employment opportunities, and establish contacts. Fairfield University hosts Career Fairs in the fall and spring semesters.

Note: Career Fair registration fee includes lunch, parking, 3x6’ table with tablecloth and two chairs, name badges, and organization listing in the program. Materials can be shipped to campus ahead of time for delivery to employer tables.

Career Fairs are open to all Fairfield University students and alumni only.

• Check the Career & Internship Fair event in Life@Fairfield to learn what companies are attending.
• Develop an elevator pitch to answer the question, “tell me about yourself?”
• Identify and research companies of interest and prepare questions in advance
• Make sure your resume is up to date and bring 15-20 copies
• Dress professionally and bring a portfolio to carry your resume, notepad, and a pen.
• Programs are available that will include a diagram of the floor layout. Get to the RecPlex early so you have time to review it.
• There will be a LinkedIn photo booth so students can get a professional-looking photo taken.
• Ask employers for their contact information or business card so you can follow up with them after the Career Fair.
• After each discussion with an employer, write down a few notes that you can use when you follow up with them.
• Write a thank you note to employers who provided contact information and follow up on any activities discussed.
• Make an appointment with a counselor in the Career Center, College of Arts & Sciences or Dolan School to develop a strategy for your career after Fairfield University.

Questions about the Career Fair? Call 203-254-4081 or e-mail careers@fairfield.edu. Stay up to date on all Career Center events by visiting Life@Fairfield.

Career Counselor Appointments

• College of Arts & Sciences: Students can make an appointment by calling ext. 2227
• Dolan School: Students can make an appointment by calling ext. 3987
• School of Nursing, School of Engineering, and GSEP: Students can make an appointment by calling ext. 4081

CPA Drop-in Hours

• Mon., Tue., and Wed. from 1-4 p.m. in the Kelley Center (and all day the day before the Career Fair!)