Industries

One of the choices you’ll need to make in your career is deciding where you want to work. The community pages focused on industries can help you explore different types of organizations, job roles, and other information that can help you identify what matches with your personal and professional goals.

20 most popular jobs upon graduation for those majoring in data science, statistics, or applied math

Here’s a clear, practical guide to the 20 most popular jobs for graduates with degrees in Data Science, Statistics, or Applied Mathematics. These majors build analytical muscle, comfort with coding, and a knack for problem-solving. Employers like these grads because …

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5 Best Reasons to Work for a Nonprofit

There are many advantages of working for a non-profit organization, and here are five of the most important.

1. Making a difference in other people’s lives

When you work for a for-profit corporation, your north star is bettering its …

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The Inside Scoop on Practicing Intellectual Property Law

Intellectual property lawyers protect and enforce the rights of creators, and most work in one of three key areas: transactional IP, IP litigation, or patent prosecution. Transactional practitioners may handle matters such as licensing deals or the IP issues within an …

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How to Plan a Career in Information Technology

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So you’ve recently graduated with a degree in information technology. Your options for a degree are endless, regardless of whether you’re interested in web design, IT security, networking or programming. While many graduates …

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Exploring Unexpected Careers in STEM and Innovation With WayUp Office Hours

WayUp presents: Exploring Careers in STEM and Innovation

What does it mean to work in STEM? If you’re in college right now or keeping an eye on media, it seems like all anyone can talk about is working for a …

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20 most popular jobs upon graduation for those majoring in data science, statistics, or applied math

5 Best Reasons to Work for a Nonprofit

The Inside Scoop on Practicing Intellectual Property Law

How to Plan a Career in Information Technology

Exploring Unexpected Careers in STEM and Innovation With WayUp Office Hours

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Recruiting Timeline and Industry Insights: Nonprofit, Social Justice & Education

Recruiting Timeline and Industry Insights Nonprofit, Social Justice & Education

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Recruiting Timeline and Industry Insights: Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals & Science

Recruiting Timeline and Industry Insights Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals & Science

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Recruiting Timeline and Industry Insights: Government, Law & Public Policy

Recruiting Timeline and Industry Insights Government, Law & Public Policy

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Recruiting Timeline and Industry Insights: Data & Technology

Recruiting Timeline and Industry Insights Data & Technology

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Recruiting Timeline and Industry Insights: Financial Services, Logistics & ManagementRecruiting Timeline and Industry Insights:

Recruiting Timeline and Industry Insights Financial Services, Logistics & Management

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Recruiting Timeline and Industry Insights: Arts, Media & Entertainment

Recruiting Timeline and Industry Insights Arts, Media & Entertainment

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Vault Guides

Vault Guide to Health Care Provider Jobs, Second Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for a career …

Vault Guide to Politics, Public Policy, and Activism Jobs, Second Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for a career …

Vault Career Guide to Media and Entertainment, Second Edition

The media and entertainment industry consists of movies, print, radio, television, electronic publications, and streaming video, and it offers a …

Vault Guide to Nanotechnology Jobs, Second Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

Vault Guide to Nursing Jobs

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for a career …

Vault Guide to Dance Jobs, Second Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

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Career Outcomes

Rutgers University–Newark graduates enter the world prepared to make an impact. Through rigorous academics, career readiness programs, and hands-on experiences, our students develop the skills, confidence, and networks needed to thrive in their chosen fields.

Each year, the Office of Career Resources & Exploration surveys graduating students to understand their post-graduation outcomes—employment, continuing education, and other pursuits. The results below reflect our commitment to transparency and the success of RU–N graduates within six months of completing their degrees.

Our knowledge rate—the percentage of graduates for whom we can verify outcomes—has steadily increased over time, demonstrating growing engagement and data reliability:

  • Class of 2025: 66%
  • Class of 2024: 53.8%
  • Class of 2023: 57.7%
  • Class of 2022: 50.6%
  • Class of 2021: 27.3%

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Use the filters below to view outcomes by graduation year, school, or major. Results update automatically as you make selections.
All data align with the National Association of Colleges & Employers (NACE) standards for First Destination Surveys.

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  • Top Employers
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  • Employment Locations
  • Top Universities
  • Degree Types
  • Fields of Study

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Post-Graduation Outcomes


This section highlights what Rutgers University–Newark graduates are doing within six months of completing their degrees. It includes employment, continuing education, public service, and those still seeking opportunities.