Careers in Computing
Job Outlook for Computer Scientists
The U.S. Department of Labor show strong job prospects for those with degrees in Computer
Science, with much faster than average job growth. For example,
- Positions for Computer Software
Engineers will grow 38% from 2006 to 2016. In May 2006, median annual earnings of
wage-and-salary computer applications software engineers were $79,780.
- Positions for Computer Scientists and
Database Administrators will grow 37% from 2006 to 2016. Median annual earnings of
computer and information scientists, research, were $93,950 in May 2006.
- Positions for Computer System Analysts
will grow 29% from 2006 to 2016. Median annual earnings of wage-and-salary computer
systems analysts were $69,760 in May 2006.
The ACM Computing Careers Website is also an excellent resource for information about careers for Computer Scientists.
Job Announcements and Internship Opportunities
Current Computer Science students and alumni are actively sought for a range of positions, which have a diversity that reflects the wide variety of opportunities for Computer Scientists.
Recent Internship Opportunities (2007-2008)
Recent Job Postings (2007-2008)
If you would like to post an internship opportunity, please contact Dr. Jeremy Blum.