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.
Center Location
Dolan Centers, Suite 205
Center Hours
Mon. – Wed. and Fri.: 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Tuesdays and Thursdays: 9 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Drop-In Hours
Tues., Wed., and Thurs.: 3 – 4:30 p.m.
To learn more, schedule an appointment today, or attend the Center drop-in hours.
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.
Professional-in-Residence
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.
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.
To register for a Dolan event, visit Life@Fairfield.
Sarah Bollinger MEd
Director, Career Development
EDUCATION
MEd Higher Education Administration - Student Affairs
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
BA Media Communication Studies
Ursinus College
CERTIFICATES & TRAINING
Educational Technology: Learning Design & Technology
Fairfield University
Management Leadership Institute
National Association of Colleges and Employers
Smart Start Salary Negotiation Facilitator
AAUW
Myers Briggs Type Indicator Practitioner
Center for Applications of Psychology Type
PROGRAMMING SPECIALTIES
Accounting, Business Analytics, Business Undecided, Marketing
John Hottinger MA
Associate Director, Career Development
EDUCATION
MA Higher Education and Student Affairs
Seton Hall University
BS Economics
Fordham University
PROGRAMMING SPECIALTIES
Economics, Finance, International Business, and Management
Graduate Assistants
Career Development
Undergraduate Professional Development Series
Internships
Career Development
Graduate Professional Development Series
Center Location
Dolan Centers, Suite 205
Center Hours
Mon. – Wed. and Fri.: 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Tuesdays and Thursdays: 9 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Drop-In Hours
Tues., Wed., and Thurs.: 3 – 4:30 p.m.
For questions or to schedule an appointment please contact dolancareer@fairfield.edu or (203) 254-4000 x3987.