Fairfield University
Fairfield University alumni in private equity
15 Fairfield University alumni work in private equity and are in Paperclip’s network. A shared school can give you a relevant starting point for a conversation. Counts describe the Paperclip database, not placement rates.
Where they work
These firms are represented among Fairfield University alumni in private equity in the Paperclip network. Where available, a link opens our firm guide.
What these firms publish for students
For each firm where Fairfield University alumni work in private equity, the summer programs it lists as open on its own careers site and what our firm guide covers. Every open private equity window is on the deadlines tracker.
| Firm | Fairfield University alumni | Open summer programs | On the firm page |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bain Capital | 2 | None listed | Firm guide |
| HPS | 2 | None listed | Firm guide |
| Blue Owl Capital | 2 | None listed | Firm guide |
| Sycamore Partners | 1 | None listed | Firm guide |
| Sixth Street | 1 | None listed | Firm guide |
| Iconiq | 1 | None listed | Firm guide |
Breaking into private equity from Fairfield University
Private equity opportunities differ by seniority, investment strategy, and firm. Check whether a role is intended for undergraduates or candidates with prior experience.
- Look for current roles on the firm careers site and any recruiting channels it identifies.
- Confirm the expected start date and required experience before preparing an application.
- If a recruiter contacts you, verify the role and process directly before relying on a timeline.
Research the firm’s strategy and public portfolio. Ask relevant team members about their work, and connect your experience to the responsibilities in the posting.
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Questions
How many Fairfield University alumni work in private equity?
15 are in Paperclip's database, which ranks Fairfield University #56 of 60 schools in private equity. These are people in our database, not placement rates.
Where do Fairfield University alumni work in private equity?
The firms with the most Fairfield University alumni in private equity are Bain Capital (2), HPS (2), Blue Owl Capital (2), Related Companies (1), Sycamore Partners (1) and Sixth Street (1).
How do I network into private equity from Fairfield University?
Email Fairfield University alumni at the firms you want most, one short personal note each that mentions Fairfield University and asks for a 15-minute call, and follow up once after about a week. Paperclip does this for you, Fairfield University alumni first, from your own inbox every weekday.