Graduate Outcomes
After Santa Clara
Santa Clara graduates go on to great jobs and top graduate programs. Just six months after graduation, students from the Class of 2006 told us what they were up to. Of those who responded,
- 72 percent were employed full-time.
- 12 percent were attending graduate school full-time.
- 4 percent were participating full-time in a service program.
Read more about their industries, salaries, and overall satisfaction with SCU.
Graduate School
More than two-thirds of Santa Clara's recent graduates indicate that they plan to continue their education. If you're considering graduate school, your faculty advisor will help you through the process, including recommending appropriate schools.
Alumni Spotlight
Preparing for Success
“The Career Center helped me prepare for the interview process through mock interviews, resume critiquing, information sessions, and internship orientation. After interviews with companies, I had the opportunity to speak with advisors in the Career Center to get feedback on how I was doing and what I needed to work on. Luckily, with the help of the SCU Career Center, I experienced a smooth transition from school to the business world.”
Career Opportunities and Support
Because of Santa Clara's exceptional academic reputation, you'll have many options after earning your degree. As you begin to focus on life after college, Santa Clara will provide the support and services you'll need to be successful.
The opportunities offered in Silicon Valley are unparalleled. You'll be uniquely positioned to begin your career immediately after leaving Santa Clara, and our Career Center will help you make the transition. From creating your resume, to finding and landing a job, the center offers a full spectrum of career-related services. You'll also be able to make invaluable connections with employers and experienced SCU alumni at career fairs, workshops, and other events.
Internship Opportunities
The Career Center also facilitates student internships, giving you the chance to build your marketable skills and get hands-on professional experience through one of the more than 10,000 nationwide internship opportunities listed in the center's online directory. Beyond the Career Center, students work with individual departments and faculty members to find exciting internship opportunities. Students have participated in internships in companies such as Applied Materials, Lockheed Martin, Bank of America, and many other leading organizations.
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