Events & Career Fairs

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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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.

• School of Engineering: careers@fairfield.edu
• Egan School of Nursing & Health Studies: careers@fairfield.edu
• Dolan: dolancareer@fairfield.edu   
• College of Arts & Sciences: cascareers@fairfield.edu 

Trained CPAs can assist students with resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles, and Stags4Hire. Check Life@Fairfield 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.