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Career Fairs


Fairfield’s numerous career fairs are valuable opportunities for students to network with employers and learn about a wide range of internship and employment opportunities available to students. 

Upcoming Career Fairs

 

Spring 2025:

Spring Career & Internship Fair
Wed., Feb. 12
12-3 p.m. in the RecPlex
(Snow date: Wed., Feb. 26)

Education & Human Development Fair
Mon., March 24
3-5 p.m. in the Barone Campus Center Oak Room

Summer 2025:

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist Fair
July; Date TBD

Fall 2025:

Career & Internship Fair
Wed., Oct. 8
12-3 p.m. in the RecPlex

Nursing Career Fair
Tue., Oct. 21
2-4 p.m. in the Barone Campus Center Oak Room

Law School Fair
Thurs., Oct. 16
12:30-2:30 p.m. in the Barone Campus Center Oak Room

Career Events

Mock Interview Day allows students to sit face-to-face with a professional in their chosen field and conduct an interview. Interviews are timed and, at their conclusion, students will receive real-time feedback on their performance. The professionals will also offer pointers to develop the students’ interview skills and confidence.

Sophomore Success is a weekly seminar designed to cultivate students' career development skills and knowledge, providing students with a competitive advantage as they move into junior year. The goal is to make these sessions fun and informative, so we focus on using real-world examples and having great discussions.

Topics can include:

  • How to write a resume
  • Tips for networking with alumni
  • Applying for internships and jobs
  • LinkedIn
  • Interviewing skills

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Senior Launch is a series of events that focuses on major issues students face as they prepare for life after graduation. These events give seniors a chance to engage with staff as well as outside experts to get the information they need to prepare for their next step.

Topics can include:

  • Finding an apartment
  • Evaluating benefits and job offers
  • Budgeting

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Tips for Attending a Career Fair

Make an appointment with your career center counselor for assistance with career exploration, career coaching, networking strategies, interview preparation, fine-tuning your resume, and much more.

Trained CPAs can assist students with resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles, and Stags4Hire. Check for the weekly schedule.

  • Develop an elevator pitch to respond to: “Tell me about yourself”.
  • Make sure your resume is current and upload it to Handshake.
  • Dress professionally and take notes.
  • Ask employers for their contact information so you can follow up with them after the fair.
  • Write a thank you note to employers who provided contact information and follow up on any activities discussed.

Alumni Job Shadow Program

This Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¹ÒÅÆnetworking opportunity takes place over winter break where students are paired with alumni professionals for a day or half-day of rewarding career exploration. 

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Connect with the University Career Center


Contact the University Career Center at
careers@fairfield.edu if you are interested in arranging networking opportunities such as info sessions, tabling, and club presentations. We look forward to assisting you with your organization’s recruiting efforts!