Internships and Careers

Join our computer science graduates in success

100% of the class of 2023 reported landing a job, enrolling in graduate school or securing another chosen opportunity within six months of graduation.

Computer Science

Contact Information

Marie Josephitis
Business, Finance, and Data Science Career Pathway Leader
mjosephitis@lakeforest.edu
847-735-6102

One Major, Multiple Paths

A degree in Computer Science can open up a variety of opportunities. Here's a sample of job titles our newest graduates have held in the last five years:

Artificial Intelligence Research Associate
Associate Scientist
Data Scientist
FSO Technology Consultant
Information Technology Support Specialist
Java Software Engineer
Software Engineer
Support Engineer
Technology Consultant
Web Application/Database Developer

Where our graduates land

Our students have completed an internship or landed a job with high-profile organizations in and beyond Chicago.

Our most recent graduates have interned at or joined the ranks of these companies in the last five years:

Aldridge Electric
Argonne National Laboratory
Cameo
CVS Health
Ernst & Young
Groupon
iTouch Biometrics
Medline Industries
Motorola Solutions
PetSmart
U.S. Bank
U.S. Department of State

Advancing their studies

Computer Science graduates have also furthered their studies through graduate programs across the country. We set our students up for success so they can enroll in diverse programs such as this sample of degrees pursued by recent graduates:

Doctor of Pharmacy (Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science)
Juris Doctor (Washington University in St. Louis)
MS in Applied Physics (University of Oregon)
MS in Data Science (Illinois Institute of Technology)
PhD in Electrical Engineering and Electronics (University of Liverpool)
PhD in Biomedical Science (Suny Upstate Medical University)
PhD in Statistics (North Carolina State University)

A Lake Forest College education is built for the future. All students are equipped with the most sought-after professional skills: writing, speaking, critical thinking, and an understanding of human society and cultures. Our interdisciplinary curriculum sets our graduates apart as competitive and uniquely qualified candidates who are eager to take on the challenges presented in today's professional world. Learn more about how our students turn their passions into a career on our Success Stories and Outcomes page.

Success Stories and Outcomes

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I owe my full-time job to networking starting in my freshman year at Lake Forest College with the community in Lake Forest and Chicago. I made valuable connections that lead to an internship opportunity with Petsmart during my senior year of college which converted to full-time immediately after graduation due to the impact my work had for the company.

Bita Aslrousta ’23, Jr Data Scientist at PetSmart

Bita's journey isn't the only way to make it at Lake Forest College. Our career pathways offer a multitude of different ways to take advantage of the education here as well as the opportunities after graduation.

Career Pathways

Our Computer Science graduates...

Demonstrate both

the practical and theoretical aspects of computing

Demonstrate proficiency with

computer programming, problem solving, and design and analysis of computational algorithms

Identify and respond to problems

with logical analysis and mindfulness of context

Utilize current

computer technologies and methodologies to solve problems

Networking and Career Preparation

Learn more about the Forester Network

Our students have opportunities to engage with professionals working in various fields of interest and build meaningful connections before graduation.

Lake Forest College students don't only get a fantastic education, but also hone applicable skills that employers are seeking in candidates.

Our career counselors ensure that our students are well prepared for whatever path they choose.

At Lake Forest College, you will have the opportunity to connect with professionals from a multitude of fields.

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