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
$77,733
Average starting salary for undergraduate alumni
$7,321
Average signing bonus
54%
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.
45%
Consulting
10%
Banking/Finance
10%
Government/Defense
6%
Building/Manufacturing
3%
Communications
26%
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.
36%
Pennsylvania
14%
New York
13%
Virginia
8%
New Jersey
5%
Washington D.C.
4%
Texas
3%
Connecticut and Illinois
2%
Maryland and North Carolina
* Based on the Penn State Data Digest, Penn State First Destination Post-Grad Survey, and the College of IST 2022-23 Internship Report.
+ For fall 2023 semester at University Park.
Office of Career Solutions and Corporate Engagement
E103 Westgate Building
University Park, PA 16802
careers@ist.psu.edu
(814) 865-4509