Careers with Computer Science

Careers in computer science and technology can be fun and rewarding. But what does a person working in these fields really do? With a vast variety of jobs and companies, there's not just one answer to this question. Watch the videos below to meet some of the people who are tackling big problems in creative ways, then use one of the interactive tools below to learn more about fields and careers that interest you. View opportunities to apply your new CS knowledge outside the classroom, and connect directly with college students and CS professionals at College Confidential or Career Village.

Computer Science Is Changing Everything

Watch videos about different careers with CS

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Apply your CS skills outside the classroom

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Careers in Computer Science and Tech videos

My name is Jerome and I'm a Design Technologist at Meow Wolf

My name is Danelle and I'm a Software Engineer at MBARI

My name is Nikesha and I'm an Aerospace Engineer at NASA

My name is Christopher and I'm a Security Analyst at Tanium

My name is Brina and I'm a Software Engineer at Instagram

My name is Federico and I'm a Technical Program Manager at Microsoft

My name is Kinsley and I'm a Software Engineer at Facebook

My name is Tess and I'm a Software Engineer at Google

My name is Polina and I'm a Data Scientist at Electronic Arts

Viewing Guide and Reflection Worksheet

Teachers, check out our viewing guide for using these videos in class. Guide also includes reflection worksheet for students in grade 6 and up.

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View our CS Journeys page for more resources connecting classroom learning to real-world CS pathways.

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View careers that match your interests with one of these interactive tools

The Roadmap from Roadtrip Nation

With the Roadmap, view career paths that align with your interests. Features video interviews with more than 1,000 professionals and steps for getting started.

3-question assessment takes just a moment or two. Great for middle school and up.

Career Girls: Career Quiz

CareerGirls.org is a video-based career exploration tool for girls. Contains the largest online collection of career guidance videos focusing on diverse and accomplished women.

1-question assessment takes just a moment or two. Great for middle school and up.

The O*NET Interest Profiler

The O*NET Interest Profiler can help you find out what your interests are and what kinds of careers you might want to explore.

60-question assessment takes 15-20 minutes. Great for high school and up.

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Apply your new CS knowledge outside the classroom

Hackathons and competitions

Put your CS knowledge to use building apps for good, designing solutions to problems in your local community, or building a really cool project to feature in a global showcase!

Clubs and afterschool

Join a coding club or afterschool program to build community, meet new friends, and learn more about computer science and technology!

Camps and immersion programs

Take the next step with summer immersion programs—connect directly with CS professionals, learn all about careers with computer science, and make an impact with hands-on learning!

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Connect with college students and professionals in fields and roles that interest you

Career Village

Get your questions, about any role or industry, answered by real professionals on Career Village. Account creation is required.

College Confidential

Connect with college students on College Confidential to ask questions about college majors. Account creation is required.

View more mentorship and community options.

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Careers with Computer Science