UGA Specific Information for Computer Science

Computer Science deals with the logical and mathematical foundations of computing and how to implement problem solutions as programs in a computer language. The computer science curriculum covers the design principles of key computing technologies such as hardware, operating systems, database systems, networks, graphics, and artificial intelligence.This major prepares its graduates to provide technical support for computer operations and to develop new computer hardware and software systems. With this major, students can look forward to working with major computer manufacturers, software development corporations, the communications industry, and consulting firms.



Class of 2021 Career Outcomes for Computer Science*

** Includes Self-Employed


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ADDITONAL TRAINING


Additional UGA Career Center Recommendations/Considerations

Potential Career Paths in Computer Science

  • Application Analyst - As an application analyst you'll combine the maintenance of IT services with working face-to-face users who need your technical support. Application analysts administrate, monitor, and maintain software infrastructures and applications. 
  • Computer Programmer - Computer programmers write the code that allows all computer applications to run. They are responsible for the millions of lines of code it takes to run everything from our phones to satellites to EKG machines. 
  • Computer Support Specialist - Support specialists analyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate existing network systems, such as local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), and Internet systems or a segment of a network system. Perform network maintenance to ensure networks operate correctly with minimal interruption. 
  • Data Scientist- Utilize a combination of analytic, machine learning, data mining, coding, and statistical skills to explain the significance and understanding of large amounts of data. 
  • Database Administrator - Database administrators oversee an organization's information, and walk the fine line between optimizing data accessibility for the firm and defending digital property from hackers. Generally speaking, they protect existing databases by backing them up and developing airtight internal security measures. 
  • Hardware Engineer - Computer hardware engineers design, implement, and test the hardware and systems that optimize a computer's performance. Through their vision and work, they influence the direction of computer technology development. 
  • IT Architect - IT architects are highly skilled developers who envision, design, and provide the foundation for new and improved information management and communication networks. They lead teams and work with designers and developers to create organizational systems that make information retrieval and use simple. 
  • IT Consultant- Consultants work with a variety of clients and advise them on how to best use information technology to meet their business objectives and overcome obstacles. Consultants meet with clients, define project scopes, travel to customer sites, analyze IT requirements, and develop solutions to problems. Additionally, consultants help with the implementation of new systems in a business. 
  • Machine Learning Engineer (Artificial Intelligence)- is a method of data analysis that automates analytical model building. A branch of AI, it is based on the idea that systems can learn from code and data, identify patterns, and make decisions with minimal human intervention.
  • Network Administrator - Network administrators act as the chief operating officers of computer networks. They play a pivotal role within companies and organizations, handling day-to-day operations while monitoring both local area networks and wide area networks and their related equipment. 
  • Security Analyst - Security analysts protect an organization's computer network from cyber threats and security breaches through defense planning and incident response. 
  • Software Developer - Software developers create and maintain computer programs. They are the creative masterminds that give us systems to run devices and computer-related tasks. Software developers specialize in either applications or systems software. 
  • Systems Analyst - Systems analysts evaluate an organization's computer systems and processes to help clients operate their businesses more efficiently. Most analysts conduct in-depth system testing, research emerging technologies, and prepare cost analysis reports for clients. 
  • Systems Architect - Systems architects design and develop solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. 
  • Systems Manager - Computer and information systems managers oversee and coordinate an organization's IT operations. Depending on the organization and the individual's specific title, a system manager's duties may range from running a single IT department to overseeing all decision pertaining to a company's use of technology. 
  • Web Developer - Web developers design and code the websites we use every day. They are responsible for a site's visual presentation, interactive features, capacity, and backend structure.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS - Answered by your Career Consultant, Kristina Rust

When should I start looking for jobs? The tech industry has two main recruitment seasons- September/October and January/February. May graduates are encouraged to recuit during both seasons. To support your search, the UGA Career Center hosts the Engineering & Computer Science fairs in September and January every year. To see the specific dates, look on Handshake

What skills should I emphasize with employers? Your technical skills are valuable, but don't forget about your soft skills! Remember that programming languages can be taught, but it's much harder to teach someone skills like communication, work ethic, and leadership. Look at page 26 in the Career Guide to see a list of skills employers and graduate schools value. 

What should a computer science resume look like? A computer science resume typically follows a standard resume formatting. To see a good example, check out the UGA Career Center resume samples.

What are cover letters? Why do I need to write them? A cover letter is a business letter written to the employer that explains why you are qualified and a good fit for their open position. It accompanies your resume when you apply for a job. While your resume is an overview of your experiences, a cover letter directly address how those experiences have qualified you for the role. The cover letter “builds the bridge” between your resume and the position description so that there is no miscommunication regarding your qualifications. For example, “My experience in ____ and ___ have directly prepared me for this role.” Good cover letters are tailored to the job you are applying to. Even if a cover leter is not required for a role, submitting one demonstrates your initiative and excitement about the role. To see an example cover letter, check out page 36-37 in the Career Guide

Are internships important? Internships are great tools to help you achieve your goals for full-time employment. Computer Science students typically complete an internship the summer before their final year, but you are welcome to search for an internship earlier if you would like. While they are excellent tools, they are not prerequisites for the workforce. You can demonstrate your skills and experiences through other mediums, like class and/or independent projects, part-time jobs, student leadership, and more. 

How can I meet with my career consultant for a one-on-one appointment? You can schedule an appointment with your career consultant by calling 706-254-3375 or logging in to Handshake. On Handshake, click on "Career Center" and then "Appointments." 

Supplemental Career Research Dashboard

Additional Career Research Resources

  • O*NET - The O*NET database includes information on skills, abilities, knowledges, work activities, and interests associated with over 900 occupations (Login using your 810/811)
  • Occupational Outlook Handbook - The OOH can help you find career information on duties, education and training, pay, and outlook for hundreds of occupations
  • Firsthand - Explore a library of guides, articles, and other resources to help you explore careers, plan your job search, and learn about different work environments. Create a free account with your UGA email.
  • Candid Career - Watch recorded informational interviews of professionals in specific careers. Filter videos by career title, college major, industry, and more. (Login using your 810/811)
  • Interstride - View jobs/internship in other countries and country career guides
  • UGA Mentor Program- Networking with your Bulldog family can help you get ahead in life and career, but where do you even start? The UGA Mentor Program narrows down the world of possibilities to meaningful connections. The program connects students to alumni mentors for personal and professional development 
  • Glassdoor - Glassdoor is a free jobs and career community that offers the world an inside look at jobs and companies. What sets us apart is our "employee generated content" – anonymous salaries, company reviews, interview questions, and more – all posted by employees, job seekers, and sometimes the companies themselves. Now with nearly 3 million salaries and reviews, you have all the information you might need to make your next career decision
  • Big Interview - Online practice interview platform. Practice basic interview questions or questions based on your industry interests or competencies! Also provides practice interview questions for graduate/professional schools. Just sign-up using your uga email address! 
  • Career Cornerstone Center - Career planning resources for STEM field

Employment Websites

GENERAL: 

  • Handshake - Login with your UGA myID and password to view thousands of jobs/internships from employers looking for UGA students
  • LinkedIn - Network with professionals and view job openings
  • Interstride - Job/internship openings in countries abroad as well as country career guides providing information about finding employment in other countries
  • Specialized - Check out Idealist for jobs in the Nonprofit sector and USAJobs for opportunities in the federal government

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Professional Associations/Resources

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS - Association for Computing Machinery • Association for Information Systems • Association for Women in Computing • Computing Research Association • Information Systems Security Association • Institute for the Certification of Computer Professionals • International Game Developers Association • Internet Society • Mass Technology Leadership Council • Software & Information Industry Association • Storage Networking Industry Association

NEWS - AC Online • Computer Science Online • Computerworld • E-Commerce Times • Entertainment Software Association • Government Computer News • InformationWeek • Internet News • IT World • PC Magazine

COMPANY & SALARY RESEARCH - Career Bliss • GlassDoor • Salary.com

LINKEDIN GROUPS - Join LinkedIn groups that are relevant to your career interests.  To search, select "groups" & type in your keywords.  Review the groups that professionals in your field of interest have joined & consider joining those as well. To login, visit the LinkedIn main page. 

Employers/Position Title Reported by Class of 2021 Computer Science majors

The information below represents employers and position titles from the Class of 2021 Career Outcomes Survey. To view historical Career Outcomes for this major, click here and select "Historical Data" from the navigation menu.

Employer Position Title(s)
4M Research Software Engineer & Analyst
678 Korean BBQ Waiter/Server
Accenture Applications Development Analyst
ADP Associate Application Developer
ADP Associate Application Developer
ADVA Optical Networking Software Engineer
AGCO Corporation IT Analyst
Alvaria, Inc. Associate Software Engineer
Amazon Software Development Engineer
Amazon Software Development Engineer
Amazon Software Development Engineer
Amazon Software Development Engineer 1
American Express Software Engineer
Applied Software Junior Developer
Applied Software Junior Developer
Applied Software Junior Developer
Applied Software Junior Developer
AT&T, Inc. Software Engineer
AT&T, Inc. Technology Development Program
AT&T, Inc. Technology Development Program
AT&T, Inc. Technology Development Program
AT&T, Inc. TDP Software Developer
AT&T, Inc. Technology Development Program
AT&T, Inc. Software Engineer
Athem, Inc. Service Designer
Avamad Software Developer
Bain & Company Associate Consultant
BlackRock Analyst
BNY Mellon Not Specified
Capgemini Consultant
Capgemini Programmer/Developer
Capgemini Technical Consultant
Capgemini Junior Cloud Engineer
Capital One Security Engineer
CEDAR CX Technologies JAVA Developer
CGI Consultant
Chick-fil-A Software Engineer II
CirrusLabs Intern
Cisco Software Engineer
Cox Communications Network Engineer
Daugherty Business Solutions Software Engineer Consultant
Daugherty Business Solutions Associate Consultant
Deloitte Application and Program Analyst
Deloitte Business Technology Analyst
Department of Defense Computer Scientist
Department of Defense Software Engineer
Epic Systems Corporation Software Developer
Equifax Software Developer
EY Technology Consultant
EY Cybersecurity Consultant
Fast Enterprises, LLC Implementation Consultant
Fast Enterprises, LLC Implementation Consultant
Fast Enterprises, LLC Implementation Consultant
Fast Enterprises, LLC Implementation Consultant
Fast Enterprises, LLC Implementation Consultant
Fast Enterprises, LLC Implementation Consultant
FIS Global Software Engineer
Fiserv, Inc. Application Developer
Freddie Mac Technical Analyst
General Electric Product Manager
General Motors Software Engineer
General Motors Entry Level Software Developer
General Motors Information Security Specialist
General Motors Software Developer
General Motors Software Test Engineer
General Motors Software Developer
General Motors Software Engineer
General Motors Software Developer
Georgia Tech Research Institute Research Scientist I
Google Cloud Technical Residency
Google Software Engineer
Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind Puppy Raiser
IBM Software Developer
Infor Associate Software Engineer
Infosys Associate Software Engineer
Integrated Analytic Solutions Junior Systems Integrator
Itineris Technical Analyst
KPMG Associate Advisor - AI Analytics and Engineering
Lockheed Martin Corporation Skunk Works Operations Analyst Associate
Macy's Software Engineer
Manhattan Associates Software Analyst
Manhattan Associates Software Analyst
Manhattan Associates Support Analyst
Manhattan Associates Software Engineer
Manhattan Associates Cloud Systems Engineering
Manhattan Associates Software Engineer
Manhattan Associates Software Engineer
Manhattan Associates Software Engineer
Manhattan Associates Software Engineer
Manhattan Associates Software Analyst
Microsoft Software Engineer
Microsoft Software Engineer
Microsoft Software Engineer
Microsoft Software Engineer
Microsoft Software Engineer
Mueller Water Products Software Engineer
NCR Corporation Software Engineer
NCR Corporation Software Engineer I
NCR Corporation Software Engineer
NCR Corporation Software Engineer
NCR Corporation Software Engineer
NCR Corporation Software Developer
NCR Corporation Software Engineer
NCR Corporation Software Engineer
NCR Corporation Software Engineer
NCR Corporation Application Security Engineer
NCR Corporation Software Engineer
NCR Corporation Software Engineer
NCR Corporation Software Engineer
NCR Corporation Software Engineer
NCR Corporation Software Engineer I
NCR Corporation Software Engineer
NCR Corporation Software Engineer
NCR Corporation Software Engineer
Nike Software Engineer
Northcraft Analytics Data Analyst Intern
NSI-MI Software Engineer
Optomi Professional Services Associate Recruiter
Oracle Solutions Engineer
Perficient Associate Technical Consultant
PNC Bank Associate Software Developer
PNC Bank Associate Software Developer
PNC Bank Associate Software Developer
PredaSAR Corporation UI/UX Engineer
Proficient Consultant
Protiviti Technology Consultant
Raytheon Technologies Software Engineer
REEF Technology Application Support Specialist
Robins Air Force Base Computer Scientist
Robins Air Force Base Cyber Security Specialist
Robins Air Force Base Computer Scientist
Robins Air Force Base Software Engineer
Robins Air Force Base Computer Scientist
Savannah River Nuclear Solutions Entry Level Computer Engineer-Programmer
Savannah River Site Process Control Engineer
SAWTST, LLC Cyber Security Analyst
Seagate Technology Software Engineer Intern
Talent Path Full Stack Engineer
Tata Consultancy Services Software Engineer
Temple University Software Engineer
The Circle Group IT Support
The Home Depot Systems Engineer
The Home Depot Software Engineer
United States Air Force Computer Scientist
United States Department of Defense Computer Scientist
United States Department of Defense Computer Scientist
University of Georgia Advisor
* denotes no responses received.
*Source: Areas above marked with an Asterisk (*) have been created utilizing data taken from the UGA Career Outcomes Survey. The "Employers Hiring...," "Job Titles of...," "Career Outcomes for...," and "Graduate/Professional Schools and Programs..." information listed above represent UGA Class of 2021 Graduates. The lists are not exhaustive and therefore do not represent all potential career options. Click here for more detailed Career Outcomes information regarding this major.

Graduate/Professional Schools attended by Class of 2021 Computer Science majors

The information below represents graduate/professional schools and programs reported through the Class of 2020 Career Outcomes Survey. To view historical Career Outcomes for this major, click here and select "Historical Data" from the navigation menu.

Graduate School Program(s)
Georgia Institute of Technology Cybersecurity, MS
Georgia Institute of Technology Cybersecurity, MS
Georgia Institute of Technology Quantitative and Computational Finance, MS
Georgia Institute of Technology Medicine, MD
Stanford University Earth Sciences, PhD
University of Georgia Computer Science, MS
University of Georgia Artificial Intelligence, MS
University of Georgia Computer Science, MS
University of Georgia Business Administration, MBA
University of Georgia Artificial Intelligence, MS
University of Georgia Artificial Intelligence, MS
University of Georgia Artificial Intelligence, MS
University of Georgia Artificial Intelligence, MS
University of Georgia Computer Science, MS
University of Washington Computational Linguistics, MS
* denotes no responses received.