Illinois Tech Career Services

Career Communities

Explore your field — and the people, employers, and opportunities in it.

Career Communities group Illinois Tech’s majors and careers into six broad interdisciplinary fields, so you can explore by where you want to go — not just what you’re studying. Each community is a hub of resources tailored to that industry.

Inside every community you’ll find featured jobs and internships, curated experiences, advice articles, alumni success stories, and upcoming events — all filtered to that field. Pick the one closest to your goals, or browse a few to compare paths.

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Six Communities

Find Your Field

Architecture, Construction & Planning — design, build, and shape the built environment.

Consulting, Entrepreneurship & Business — strategy, finance, management, and venture-building.

Education, Government, Human Services & Nonprofits — public service, policy, and mission-driven work.

Life & Health Sciences — healthcare, biology, and biomedical fields.

Manufacturing, Energy & Logistics — engineering, production, energy, and supply chain.

Software Engineering & Information Technology — computing, software, data, and cybersecurity.

Not sure which fits? A coach can help you choose.

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When to Apply for Fall 2026 Internships: A Timeline

Fall internships offer a valuable opportunity to gain experience, develop job skills, and explore careers while still in school. They’re often less competitive than summer internships, making them an underrated option for students. Here’s when and how to apply.

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New Illinois Tech Career Success Course

Illinois Tech × Braven · BRVN 200 · Fall 2026

Braven Career Success

A three-credit course that builds the skills, confidence, and connections to land a strong first job — anywhere in the world.

Illinois Tech students collaborating in a …

By Freddrick Logan
Freddrick Logan Experiential Learning Manager
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Elevate Your Future with a Career Center Without Borders.

Illinois Institute of Technology · Career Services

A Career Center
Without Borders

Where international professionals, alumni, and employers connect — anytime, wherever you are in the world.

It is two in the morning in Mumbai. A software engineer who graduated from …

By Freddrick Logan
Freddrick Logan Experiential Learning Manager
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10 signs the early career job market is heating up in May 2026

If you’ve spent the last couple of years feeling like the job market was a high-stakes game of “musical chairs” where the music stopped every five minutes, I have some news for you. Take a deep breath. Shake off that …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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Medical School Personal Statement Guide (With Examples & Analysis) [2026]

Admissions committees read thousands of applications every cycle. Your GPA and MCAT score can only take you so far. When your numbers match everyone else’s, your medical school personal statement is the only thing that sets you apart. It’s your …

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Get a Job at Waymo: Interview Process and Top Questions

Learn how to prepare for Waymo interviews and how to get a job at Waymo with this in-depth guide.

We break down the Waymo interview process and the top questions you should expect to answer.

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Career Resources

CTA Red Line Extension Project

Walsh-VINCI Transit Community Partners | Transit Construction | Chicago, IL

Recent News & Developments

In January 2025, …

How to quickly find company and industry information so that you can have meaningful conversations with company representatives at the …

Even though recruiters are now dressing down (branded t-shirts/polos, jeans, tennis shoes), students should conform to the “Business Standard

While wearing cultural dress to a job interview is an expression of identity, it may be more advantageous to wear …

Find your professional style that means business!

The Office of Career Services is excited to introduce the Career Clothing Closet! …

Illinois Tech Features Over 100 Professional Student Organizations

Benefits of Joining

Partnering with Illinois Tech professional and student organizations provides access to professional development, networking events, design competitions, and certification support. Members also benefit from career resources, mentorship opportunities, industry publications, and exclusive research access.

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Undergraduate Career Outcomes

Undergraduate Career Outcomes

Illinois Tech graduates are in high demand. See what our graduates are doing within six months of graduation

Career Services tracks career outcomes on an annual basis through a survey known as First Destination. This data refers to the post-graduation status of students within six months of graduation and provides a snapshot view of the success undergraduates obtain.

For the 2025 class, surveys were collected from 91% of graduates.

Graduates of Illinois Tech pursue a wide variety of industries and positions in leading companies and organizations, and Career Services strongly believes that engaging in internships, research, study abroad, and student organizations are practices that lead to post-graduation success. For additional information or questions, please get in touch with Illinois Tech Career Services at careerservices@iit.edu and review our collection and reporting methodology.

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First Destination

The vast majority of our graduates obtained full-time employment or decided to continue their education through graduate studies.

Learn more about the percentages of our graduates employed full-time, part-time, in graduate school, serving in the military, or pursuing volunteer opportunities.

Contact Information:

Phone
(312) 567-6800
Address

McCormick Tribune Campus Center
3201 S State St, Suite 106
Chicago, IL 60616

Career Services Office Hours

Monday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed