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.
Dolan Career Development Center
Internships
Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¹ÒÅÆDolan 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.
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.
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.
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
Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¹ÒÅÆDolan 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.
Employment Services
Hundreds of employers work with the Dolan Career Development Center and Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¹ÒÅÆ Career Center to offer on-campus interviews, collect resumes, and list positions through .
Center Hours
Monday – Friday | 9 a.m. – noon, 1 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. *Graduate student appointments available after 4:30 p.m. by request.
Schedule Appointment
Schedule an appointment with a career coach or Professional in Residence (PIR) via dolancareer@fairfield.edu or call 203-254-4000, ext. 3987.
AACSB Accredited
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
97%
Undergraduates Employed or Accepted to Graduate School
(Class of 2021)
1.6
Average Number of Internships
Per Student
#28
Best Schools for Business Majors
- 2020 PayScale
89%
Graduating Seniors Completed At Least One Internship
100%
of Graduate Students Have a Job Within 90 Days of Graduation
(Class of 2021)
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 Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¹ÒÅÆDolan 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.
Claire Carbonier MA '99
Former HR Professional at GE Capital, Cadbury Schweppes, & Bridgewater Associates
Anthony Donofrio
Former Managing Director Hamilton Lane Advisors
Jim De Filippo
VP Global Supplier Services Morgan Stanley
Tim Finnegan ’77, MBA
President of Aisling Executive Coaching, Ltd.
Jim Halliday
CMO TickPick
Kathleen Merrigan
Principal, Residential Real Estate, Private Clients Group Cummings & Lockwood LLC
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
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 .
Dolan Signature Workshops and Events
The Dolan Career Development Center hosts several signature events that are offered each year including the Dolan Career Night, Employer-In-Focus, and the Business Analytics Showcase.
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.
Employer-In-Focus
Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¹ÒÅÆDolan hosts top employers to campus to promote potential career paths, provide industry specific knowledge, and share job and internship opportunities.
To register for a Dolan event, visit .
Dolan Ambassador Program
The Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¹ÒÅÆDolan Ambassador (DA) program invites highly accomplished business seniors to enhance the academic and professional environment of the Dolan School by sharing their internship experiences with current students. DAs share their experiences by mentoring undergraduate students and leading presentations to empower and educate students during the internship process. Working in consultation with the Dolan Career Development Center the DAs also engage in guest speaking in classes and help create an environment that inspires and prepares future business leaders.
Pasquale Acciarino (Accounting) Therrien & Associates, PC PwC, MBIA Inc. (formerly) External Audit Intern, Internal Audit Intern, Tax Intern
Emily Brodeur (Finance, Marketing) Merrill Lynch and CVS Health Wealth Management Client Associate Pharmacy Benefits Management, Financial Planning and Analysis
Ryan Dailey (Accounting, Finance) PwC; CBIZ Marks Paneth Banking and Capital Markets Assurance Intern (PwC) Nonprofit, Government, and Healthcare Audit Intern (CBIZ Marks Paneth)
Maggie McGinn (Marketing, International Business) Cambridge Associates Global Business Development Summer Analyst
Patrick Doherty (Accounting, Business Analytics) EY Audit Intern
EDUCATION MS Higher Education Leadership – Student Affairs Post University BS Management Information Systems – Information Security and Infrastructure Central Connecticut State University
PROGRAMMING SPECIALTIES Business Analytics, Business Undecided, Management, First Year Student Career Planning
HOMETOWN Naugatuck, CT
Carolyn Montrose
Associate Director, Dolan Career Development Center Analytics, Management & Marketing
Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¹ÒÅÆ 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 .
Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¹ÒÅÆ 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 “.“ Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¹ÒÅÆDolan 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.