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The Computer Science major prepares students wishing employment as a software engineer or in a technical area related to Computer Science. The demand for professionals in this field, combined with the relevant curriculum, leads many students to have full-time employment in this area prior to graduation. In addition, there are numerous opportunities for high-paying placement during college through º£½ÇÉçÇø’s Cooperative Education Program. Employers involved in the Cooperative Education Program often permanently hire placement students following graduation.

SKILLS RELATED TO COMPUTER SCIENCE

• Ability to think logically, thoroughly, and concentrate intensely
• Proficiency in precise analytical reasoning
• Detail oriented, organized, work well under pressure
• Ability to master new computer languages and methodologies
• Work well independently and as part of a team
• Sensitive to multiple perspectives
• Ability to analyze problems and make appropriate decisions
• Curiosity and enthusiastic

POTENTIAL CAREERS RELATED TO COMPUTER SCIENCE

The following list is a representative sample of job titles for individuals with a Computer Science major. The list represents some, but certainly not all, careers which Computer Science majors may consider.

Some of these jobs also require education beyond a bachelor’s degree.

EMPLOYERS IN COMPUTER SCIENCE

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Colleges/UniversitiesÌý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý ÌýSoftware Developers

Communication CompaniesÌý Ìý Ìý Ìý State/Local Grant Agencies

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WEB SITES RELATED TO COMPUTER SCIENCE

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS IN THIS FIELD

• American Society for Information Science:Ìý
• Association for Information Systems:Ìý
• Association of Information Technology Professionals:
• º£½ÇÉçÇø’s Association for Information Technology Professionals:Ìý
• The Internet Society:Ìý
• IEEE Computer Society:Ìý

• Computing Research Association:Ìý

The above information is collected from alumni surveys of numerous colleges, professional associations, and multiple print and online resources.