A career in Computer Science will provide several different avenues for you to pursue. Use your college years to participate in web page development and computer technology opportunities.
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What is Your Focus?
Here's how to build skills as a Bethel student that will prepare you to compete for some of the most popular computer science related jobs today.
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Programming
Job Titles:
Programmer, Project Management, Information Delivery Maintenance
Potential Employers:
Computer Vendors, Software and Computer Companies, Management Consulting Firms, Research Laboratories
Strategies:
- Consider a second major or a minor in business
- Stay current on programming languages
- Gain relevant experience through internships or co-ops
- Develop strong communication skills
- Develop attention to detail
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Internet
Job Titles:
Programmer, Software Designer, Systems Analyst, Web Page Designer
Potential Employers:
Internet Related Companies, Large Businesses, Internet Service Providers, Network Access Points
Strategies:
- Learn web-related programming languages
- Earn a master's degree in computer science for advanced opportunities within the field
- Enroll in graphic design courses to enhance creativity
- Obtain internships or volunteer opportunities that would provide web-related opportunities
- Develop teamwork skills
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Consulting
Job Titles:
System Installer, System Implementation, Technology Trainer
Potential Employers:
Consulting Firms, Self-employed
Strategies:
- Obtain strong technical knowledge of hardware and software
- Demonstrate a background in business management
- Gain experience as a systems analyst
- Develop strong written communication skills
- Develop exceptional analytical and interpersonal skills
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Systems Development
Job Titles:
Analyst, Designer, Support Technician, Quality Assurance Coordinator
Potential Employers:
Banks and Financial Institutions, Insurance Companies, Consulting Firms, Manufacturers, Research Institutions
Strategies:
- Consider a double major or minor in business
- Earn an M.B.A. for advanced positions
- Develop excellent oral and written communication skills
- Gain working knowledge of a variety of hardware and software
- Become an effective problem solver
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Education
Job Titles:
Teacher, Technology Instructor
Potential Employers:
Public and Private Schools K-12, Colleges and Universities
Strategies:
- Attain teaching certification in your state
- Earn a graduate degree in information technology or related field for instructional technology
- Volunteer/work with age group of choice in any setting
- Demonstrate expertise in popular software applications
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Information Systems Technology
Job Titles:
Design/Development, Database Administration; Computer Support Network Administration, Training, Management/Operation
Potential Employers:
Libraries: Public, Academic and Special, Data Processing Center, Corporations, Research Centers, Government, Universities
Strategies:
- Learn to work well on a team
- Increase employment opportunities through product-related certification or by earning Certified Computing Professional (CCP)
- Build
a strong computer background in programming skills using several
languages, various operating systems, database management, software and
networks
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Computer Science Employment Web Sites
General Career Exploration Website - http://online.onetcenter.org
Spotlight on Careers Website - www.spotlightoncareers.org
For current employment websites, type
keywords such as "computer science employment"
in an online search engine.
Professional Computing Associations
Need More Information?
For more information or assistance with an internship, graduate school
or the job search process, please set up an appointment with one of the
Counselors in the Office of Career Services by calling 651.638.6460 or
stopping by CC322.
Adapted From:
http://www.careers.siue.edu/majors
