Science, Data, and Technology

Welcome to the Science, Data, and Technology community!

The Science, Data, and Technology community will provide resources, information, and a virtual space for students and alumni interested in working within the science, data, and technology industries.  As a follower of the Science, Data, and Technology community, you will get timely alerts on internships, co-ops, jobs, blogs, and events posted on the page.  

Career and self-development are life-long processes that evolve as new experiences and information are obtained. Use this page to design your career and self-development strategically. Review the list of student and professional organizations and decide which opportunities best align with your career goals. Connect with a Husky Mentor to engage in career conversations that will expand your network and give you an on-the-job perspective. Explore your options by reviewing Job Market Insights and the UConn Undergraduate Outcomes.  

Pioneering the New Field of Regenerative Engineering — And Championing Social Justice

Published on April 2, 2021

He has established preeminence in science, engineering, medicine, technology and social justice. A master of multiple fields, Dr. Cato T. Laurencin, holds UConn’s highest academic title: University Professor.

Please tell us about yourself and how you got to where you …

By Combined Reports
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Raytheon Technologies Scholarship Opportunities

Published on March 25, 2021

Did you know employers often offer scholarship opportunities for select student groups?

Raytheon Technologies is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. The company was formed in 2020 through …

By Dana Ziter
Dana Ziter AD of Student & Faculty Engagement
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Using Handshake to Search for Biology Internships/Jobs

Published on March 19, 2021

Handshake is UConn’s online recruiting system where you can search for jobs and internships. As a biology major, Handshake has many opportunities just for you regardless of whether you are looking for opportunities in healthcare, research, teaching, or another field. …

By Katerine Pais
Katerine Pais Academic Advisor
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Synchrony Business Leadership Program Sophomore Summer Externship

Published on March 17, 2021

Ready to show yourself what’s possible at the end of your sophomore year? Check out Synchrony’s four-day immersive program! You’ll learn a lot, including their innovative approach to customer engagement.

This BLP-Sophomore Externship is designed specifically for rising juniors. This …

By Tara Malone
Tara Malone Associate Director, Regional Campuses Pronouns: she/her/hers
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Listen Up STEM Majors: A Guide to Alternative Careers

Published on March 15, 2021

When thinking of careers for STEM majors, many students have a one-track mind: science majors become scientists, engineering majors become engineers, etc. However, there are a multitude of careers that many students neglect to think about because they are unheard …

By Erin McConnell
Erin McConnell CLAS Career Ambassador
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Husky Mentors

Jinlin Wang

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  • Co-Founder & CEO Auryc Inc. (acquired by Heap)
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Elizabeth Cooke

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  • Director of Partnerships Aprimo
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Robert Hotaling

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  • Deputy Commissioner & Chief Investment Officer Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development
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Explore occupations by career categories and pathways and use real time labor market data to power your decision making.

First, choose an industry of interest, then filter for occupation. (If you'd like to see data for a specific location only, filter by state.)

Career Outcomes

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First Destination

First Destination refers to undergraduate outcomes within the 6 months following graduation. The data is collected through a survey distributed to students at graduation, and again in the months following, to gain insight on their lives post-graduation.

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ChemIDP

ChemIDP

ChemIDP is an individual development planning tool for graduate students and postdocs in the chemical sciences

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Résumé Samples by Career Community

Résumé Samples by Career Community

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Career Search Engines

Career Search Engines

In addition to engaging in networking, searching online can be a viable option to supplement internship and co-op efforts. In …
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Podcasts for Your Career Community

Podcasts for Your Career Community

Listening to podcasts can give you a window into the career and work habits of people in every kind of …

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CyberSEED

CyberSEED

Hosted by the Comcast Center of Excellence for Security Innovation at the University of Connecticut (CSI), CyberSEED brings together top …

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