What can I do with a degree in Computer Science/IT?
Fields of Employment
Programming
Systems
Scientific Applications
Business Applications
Intelligence
Warehousing
Information Delivery
Maintenance
Project Management
Systems Development
Analysis
Design
Support
Quality Assurance
Specialty Systems
Database
Client-Server
Expert
Software Development
Multimedia Developer
Web Developer
Network Technology
Installation and Maintenance
Administration
Internet
Programming
Software Design
Systems Analysis
Hardware Production
Web Page Design
Consulting
System Installation
System Implementation
Training
Support Technicians
Database Adminstrators
Helpdesk Operators
Education
Teaching
Instructional Technology
Non-Technical
Customer/Product Support Technical Writing
Sales and Marketing
Account Managers
Pre-sales Consultants
After-sales Consultants
Employers
Computer companies
Software/hardware manufacturers
Computer vendors
Any large organization including: banks and financial institutions, retail chains, manufacturers, universities and government agencies
Management consulting firms
Contract and temporary employers
Research laboratories/institutions
Insurance companies
Consulting firms
Self-employed
Local, state and federal government
Network access points
Backbone operators
Online & internet service providers
Internet related companies including: browsers, search engines, website design services and large businesses.
Public & private schools, K-12
Further Information and Strategies
Gaining relevant work experience through internships, part-time jobs, or volunteer positions is critical to most employers.
Obtain vendor specific certifications or networking certifications to gain a competitive edge.
Earn a Master’s or MBA degree for higher level positions.
Obtain teaching qualifications for secondary school teaching positions. Earn a PhD for post-secondary teaching.
Join professional associations (e.g. Australian Computer Society and the Internet Industry Association) as a student member to gain knowledge about the profession.
