Technology & Data Career Community
Technology & Data
Careers in technology and data are central to how organizations design digital tools, analyze information, and make decisions. From software development to data visualization, cybersecurity to UX design, professionals in this field work across industries, including business, healthcare, education, nonprofits, and public policy.
Exploration Tools
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- Artificial intelligence and machine learning
- Business and marketing analytics
- Consulting
- Data analysis
- Data engineering
- Data journalism
- Digital product management
- Machine learning engineering
- Software engineering
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
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- Software Engineer
- Data Analyst
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- UX/UI Designer
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Product Manager
- Web Developer
- Machine Learning Engineer
- GIS Analyst
- Data Visualization Specialist
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Handshake is Macalester’s go-to platform for career and internship opportunities. There’s no need to create an account—just log in with your Macalester ID and password. Use Handshake to search and apply for jobs and internships, explore hiring organizations, schedule appointments with career advisors, and more.
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What Can I Do With This Major? is a website featuring 106 major profiles with information on common career paths, types of employers that hire in the field, and strategies to maximize opportunities. Links to professional associations, occupational outlook information, and job search resources are included.
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My Next Move is an interactive tool to match your interests with careers in technology and data. Includes job profiles for data scientists, software developers, IT specialists, systems analysts, and more.
Job & Internship Search Resources
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Career Exploration hosts dozens of exploratory and skill-building events throughout the school year, including events highlighting careers in the data & technology. All of our events are posted on Handshake Events and on the college events calendar. We also send an email each Monday during the school year to all students as a reminder of the upcoming week’s events.
MacLaunch: Exploring Employers in Business & Tech: Held annually on-campus each September, this event gives students the opportunity to learn about and interact with a wide variety of employers in business & technology fields.
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Field-Focused Organizations: STEM
Use this list to learn more about arts organizations in the Twin Cities. If you wish to contact an organization that does not have a specific internship listed on their website or in Handshake, focus your inquiry on projects you could do to help them instead of asking about an internship position. This indirect approach helps them envision how you could contribute.
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Employers in the Software/Data industry hire year round for full-time roles and internships, but tend to hire more heavily in the summer and fall. View our Industry Timelines page for more information.
Application & Interview Prep
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- QuickStart Guide to Whiteboard/Technical Interviews
- Big Interview and interviewing quickstart guide
- Schedule a mock interview with Macalester’s Career Exploration team through Handshake
Get Involved
Getting involved in student organizations and college-led initiatives is a great way to build leadership skills, connect with peers, and explore your interests outside the classroom. These experiences can help you grow personally and professionally, strengthen your resume, and open doors to new opportunities on campus and beyond. Some of them are listed below:
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MacExplore is a hands-on program that helps students explore career paths through local and national site visits. Led by faculty and staff, students meet with professionals, connect with alumni, and strengthen their career development skills.
Previous trips have included:
- Twin Cities: Law; Public Health; Arts, Media, & Media/Communications; Urban Planning; Private Sector
- National: Media and Communications: New York City; Social Science Research: Washington, D.C.; Technology (Data Analysis, Software, UX, Design): San Francisco; Banking and Finance: New York City
Through MacExplore, students gain insight into diverse industries, build their professional network, and grow their confidence in real-world settings. Follow Career Exploration on Instagram to stay in-the-know about upcoming trips.
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Professional and industry associations are great ways to build connections, gain career insights, and stay current in your field. They often offer job boards, mentorship, and events that can boost your professional growth. Some associations are listed below—be sure to explore them!
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Getting involved in any student organization helps you build leadership, teamwork, and communication skills while expanding your network.
Gain knowledge specific to the Technology & Data career community through student organizations such as Girls Who Code, National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), Game Devs at Mac, and Voices in STEM.
Check out Macalester’s list of student organizations to learn more.
Graduate & Professional School Info
For students interested in pursuing advanced study in technology or data, graduate or professional school can open doors to leadership roles, research opportunities, and specialized expertise.
Alumni Spotlights
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Explore additional alumni stories and videos through MacConnect, Macalester’s alumni networking platform.