The Dolan Career Development Center provides professional development services for undergraduate and graduate students that enrich their academic experiences and inspire tomorrow's business leaders. These opportunities allow students to learn about themselves, and about the business world, as well as to apply what they're learning in the classroom.
Individualized Career Coaching
The Dolan Career Development Center's team is available to meet with undergraduate and graduate students during drop in hours or by appointment. Common topics discussed include career exploration, internship search strategies, and salary negotiation.
Interview Preparation
Mock Interviews are an invaluable opportunity to get instant feedback to improve interview skills. Throughout the academic year students receive several opportunities to meet with Center staff, recruiters, and alumni to hone their interview skills.
Employment Services
Hundreds of employers work with the Dolan Career Development Center and Fairfield University Career Center to offer on-campus interviews, collect resumes, and list positions through Stags4Hire.
Internships
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 program while giving them a competitive edge in the job market. Learn more about our students' internship success.
Networking
We offer many networking opportunities for students to meet with alumni, employers, and community partners. This is a mutually beneficial opportunity that allows students to learn about potential careers, internships, and job opportunities while employers look for potential talent.
Workshops & Events
Fairfield Dolan hosts signature workshops and events throughout the year as part of the Dolan Professional Development Series (PDS) program. These events allow students to network with professionals and alumni, as well as to hone in on specific skills and professional interests.
Schedule Update
Students are invited to work with a Dolan Career Development Center staff member by either scheduling an online appointment or by joining a Zoom session during drop-in hours.
Schedule Appointment
To learn more, schedule an appointment today, or attend the Center drop-in hours.
AACSB accreditation means our College of Business has proven to be among the best in business education anywhere in the world. This quality is recognized across the globe by top employers, other universities, and recruiters.
The Dolan Distinction
#9
Best Colleges for Business Majors
- 2019 Money Magazine
#14
Best Schools for Internship
- 2019 Princeton Review
99.67%
Undergraduates Employed or Accepted to Graduate School
Within 6 Months of Graduation
2.3
Average Number of Internships
Per Student
#28
Best Schools for Business Majors
- 2020 PayScale
92%
Graduating Seniors Completed At Least One Internship
98%
Graduate Students Employed at Graduation
Programs & Events
The Dolan Professional Development Series is designed to provide a structured way in which students can gain the knowledge and skills that will complement their coursework to help them find success in the working world. This comprehensive program will give Fairfield Dolan students a competitive edge as they enter a challenging job market.
As part of the Dolan Professional Development Series, students will have additional opportunities to engage with professionals and gain real world insights about business leadership, career advancement strategies, and industry demands through the new Professional-in-Residence (PIR) program. This mentorship model will allow students to make an appointment with a PIR, meet in one of our many collaborative spaces, and build their capabilities and capacities in their business and professional pursuits.
Tim Finnegan ’77, MBA
President of Aisling Executive Coaching, Ltd.
Mary Kelly ’02
Marketing Strategy and Consumer Insights Consultant
Jim Petty
Former CEO of holding company for Bob’s Stores and Eastern Mountain Sports
William Schloth ’85, CPA, MBA
Co-Founder and CEO of USA Business Strong
Roxanne Todisco
Consultant - Client Solutions, Spruceview Capital Partners
Kim Tully ’89, MBA
Senior Vice President, Synchrony Financial
Excel Workshop Series
This three level workshop series provides students with the technical skills needed to hit the ground running in their next internship or job. The series includes: Introduction to Excel, Intermediate Excel, and Advanced Excel.
Money TALKS: Financial Planning for College Students and New Graduates
This two part seminar teaches students and newly minted graduates financial skills that are not taught in the classroom. Participants will be challenged to think how they can hit the ground running once they receive their degree and place themselves on sound financial footing. Additional information about these programs can be found at Life@Fairfield.
Dolan Signature Workshops and Events
The Dolan Career Development Center hosts several signature events that are offered every year, including the Dolan Career Night, Etiquette Diner, Company-In-Focus, Internship Reception, Business Analytics Showcase, AAUW Smart Start Salary Negotiation, and the Undercover Alumni program.
Career Night
An evening for students to meet with top business executives and receive informal advice from professionals with experience in a variety of career paths.
Etiquette Dinner
A professional etiquette consultant guides students as they participate in a mock business dinner with alumni and professionals.
Company-in-Focus
Fairfield Dolan welcomed Deutsche Bank to discuss transaction banking with students.