Career Snapshot

Careers and Internships*

Whether it's through internships, externships, experiential learning opportunities, or full-time careers, IST students and alumni make a difference in countless industries and with organizations ranging from Fortune 500 companies, to Silicon Valley startups, to government agencies, and everything in between. See which companies are hiring Penn State graduates, where alumni are living, and how much they earn by visiting the University’s “We Earn” dashboard.

100%

Undergraduates complete internships

>60%

Undergraduates complete multiple internships

>84%

Undergraduates receive job offers from one of their internship providers

$76,543

Average starting salary for undergraduate alumni

$7,453

Average signing bonus

53%

Reported a signing bonus

Enrollment in Undergraduate Majors+

The College of IST offers six bachelor of science degree programs that equip students with the technological expertise, business savvy, and communication skills to thrive in today's global economy. Our programs are constantly adapting to real-world needs, ensuring our graduates are prepared with the latest knowledge and practices.

410

Cybersecurity Analytics and Operations

214

Data Sciences (Applied Data Sciences option)

139

Enterprise Technology Integration

92

Human-Centered Design and Development

84

Information Sciences and Technology

175

Security and Risk Analysis

820

College of IST Pre-major

Employment by Industry*

Every industry needs the skills that IST graduates bring to the table. And as new technologies and industries emerge and as established ones evolve, our students and alumni are equipped to handle the changing needs of industry and society.

38%

Consulting

18%

Government/Defense

10%

Banking/Finance

6%

Pharma/Health Care/Insurance

6%

Software/Technology

22%

All Other Employers

Top States for Employment*

Our students come to campus from across the country and around the world. After graduation, they leave campus for opportunities near and far, making meaningful impact on a global scale.

47%

Pennsylvania

16%

Virginia

8%

New York

7%

Washington, D.C.

Based on the Penn State Data Digest and self-reported data from the Penn State First Destination Post-Grad Survey and the College of IST 2023-24 Internship Report.
+ For fall 2023 semester at University Park.

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Office of Career Solutions and Corporate Engagement

E103 Westgate Building
University Park, PA 16802

Appointments

careers@ist.psu.edu
(814) 865-4509