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Computer Science; Information Systems
Computing is woven into the fabric of our modern
society. Many businesses, professions and disciplines use computers. The use of
computing in our society is expected to expand even further in the next two decades.
Consequently, career opportunities are quite diverse. They include careers in
business data processing; technical careers with computer manufacturers and software
companies; scientific computing careers in various types of laboratories; software development
careers for applications in almost any field imaginable; and academic and research careers
in universities, secondary schools and industry.
Is it for you? Are you talented mathematically and
technically? Can you reason logically about complex matters? If so, then you are
a good candidate for a computer and information science major. Other educational
paths to a computer career include majors in fields such as business, mathematics
and engineering with a minor or double major in computer and information sciences.
For requirements of the computer science and information systems majors and minors, see a current catalog. Further information about careers and academic requirements is available from the CIS department office in 101 Smith Hall, 831-2711.
Sample Job Titles
| Bachelor's Degree/Entry Level |
Further Education/Experience
Often Required |
| *assistant analyst |
*consultant |
| *manufacturing engineer |
*programming
supervisor |
| *software developer |
*systems analyst |
| *LAN administrator |
*systems integration services
consultant |
| *programmer analyst |
*associate
consultant |
Check the Dictionary of Occupational Titles under section 030 for additional
related careers.
Enhancing Employability
- Participate in Internships,
Field Experience Placements and Alumni
Mentor Program.
- Sample UD Field Experiences: Shared Medical Systems, CADapult Limited, Institute
for the Development of Human Resources
Some Employers of Computer and Information Sciences
Majors
*consulting firms
*banks and investment firms
*colleges/universities
*government
*telecommunications
*international agencies
*military
*business & industry
*research & development
*professional & technical journals
Other Sources of Information
Association for Computing Machinery
www.acm.org
ACM Computing Careers Website
computingcareers.acm.org
Computerwork.com: Computer Jobs & Technical Employment in the US & Canada
computerwork.com
Computerworld Careers
www.computerworldcareers.com
Developers.net
www.developers.net
IEEE Computer Society
http://computer.org
Institute for the Certification of Computer Professionals
www.iccp.org/
International Webmasters Association
www.iwanet.org
Internet Society
www.isoc.org
My Perfect Gig (job listings)
www.myperfectgig.com
National Center for Women & Information Technology
www.ncwit.org/resources.careers.html
Tech-Centric.net
www.tech-centric.net
The Riley Guide
www.rileyguide.com
Resources for Finding Employment
University of Delaware Career Resource Center Materials
Available
- Resumes for Computer Careers (CS 56)
- Expert Resumes for Computer and Web Jobs (CS 56.5)
- The Guide to Internet Job Searching (CS 280)
- Career X Roads (CS 282)
- America's Top Internet Job Sites (CS 283)
- Cyberspace Job Search Kit (CS 285)
- The Best Computer Jobs in America: Twenty Minutes From Home (CSD 340)
- The JobBank Guide to Computer Companies (CSD 369)
- Internet Jobs! (CSE 498)
- Careers in Focus - Computer and Video Game Design (CSE 499)
- Information Technology Careers (CSE 500)
- Opportunities in Computer Careers (CSE 501)
- Careers in Computers (CSE 502)
- Careers for Computer Buffs & Other Technological Types (CSE 503)
- Career Opportunities in Computers and Cyberspace (CSE 504)
- Great Jobs for Computer Science Majors (CSE 505)
- Careers for Cybersurfers & Other Online Types(CSE 506)
- Top 100 Computer and Technical Careers (CSE 507)
- Careers in Focus - Internet (CSE 510)
- Careers in Focus - Computers (CSE 520)
- Computer Job Survival Guide (CSE 522)
- Careers in Computer Animation (CSE 523)
- Graduate Programs in Engineering & Applied Sciences (GS 035)
- The Top 100: The Fastest Growing Careers for the 21st Century (GE 49)
- The Best Jobs for the 21st Century (GE 65)
- The Career Guide (ID 5)
- Hoovers Handbook of American Business (ID 10/11)
- CSC's Internet Resources
Further information including: Skills to Develop, Strategies
for Contacting Employers, Grad School Information and where to get assistance
is available in the CAREER RESOURCE CENTER located at 401 Academy Street.
Last updated: December 9, 2008 (LMB) |
