What is Bridge Recruiting?

Bridge Recruiting is an amazing way to meet employers on campus and it also provides companies with an opportunity to have a presence on campus. This event is scheduled in Handshake and Employers have an opportunity to select the days …

By Celestine McGee
Celestine McGee Associate Director of Employer Engagement and Outreach
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Welcome to the Paul V. Galvin Library

Welcome back to Illinois Tech! We at the Galvin Library are so excited to have students back on campus. The library is home to a wide variety of resources that will help you ace your classes and make the most …

By Kylie Eastman
Kylie Eastman
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INTERNATIONAL CONSULTING NETWORK (ICON) at Illinois Tech

International Consulting Network (ICON) fosters stronger connections between students and global technology hubs. This is acquired through engaging in international consulting initiatives, creating valuable networks, and honing professional skills.

Participants in the ICON program collaborate in international groups, devising creative …

By Nujhat Mredula
Nujhat Mredula
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Student & Employer Engagement Leaders and Peer Career Coaches

Career Services is proud to have several outstanding student staff who provide a host of services to the Illinois Tech community.

Career Services at Illinois Tech provides Student & Employer Engagement Leader (SEEL) members to assist with day-to-day office operations, …

By Nicholas Mancari
Nicholas Mancari Director for Career Development & Engagement
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Future of Careers – College of Computing Dean Lance Fortnow on Why Tech Degrees Matter

Despite the recent news of layoffs at the major computing companies, workers with tech degrees are still in high demand—and Lance Fortnow, dean of Illinois Tech’s College of Computing, says that a need to fill secure, well-paying jobs in the sector remains high.

By Casey Moffitt
Casey Moffitt
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TIPS ON HOW TO GET ON-CAMPUS JOBS

Hi, my name is Onyekachukwu Ezeagbai, I am an international student from Nigeria. I am currently in my final semester, majoring in Electrical and Computer Engineering. I am a Peer Career Coach (PCC) with the Career Services Department, my position …

By Onyeka Ezeagbai
Onyeka Ezeagbai Peer Career Coach
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Career Resources

Professional Style Guide for the U.S.

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

Traditional & Cultural Attire in Interviews

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

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 2023 class, surveys were collected from 94% 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