Career Advising

• When: Thursday, August 27, 3:30–5:00pm
• Where: Kelly Hall 310

The event will feature a talk by an NSA researcher, followed by an overview of the NSA Summer Program for Operations Research Technology (SPORT) internship program presented by Beth Goodman (NSA).

Students will have the opportunity to learn about internship and career opportunities within the intelligence community, including the application process and what day-to-day work in the intelligence community looks like. The application for the 2027 NSA summer internship program is currently open August 15–September 5.

Internship opportunities are available to undergraduate and graduate students in mathematics, physics, engineering, and computer science. This event is a great opportunity for students interested in applying to hear directly from NSA representatives, learn more about the program, and ask questions.

• When: August 27th at 5:30 pm
• Where: Virginia Tech Center for the Arts (formerly the Moss Arts Center)
• Join us to learn about research and other experiential learning opportunities in national security offered through the Hume Center, and how you can get involved!
• We will be begin with the general session portion of the event followed by pizza and networking to allow students and faculty to discuss projects in more detail. 
• RSVP for the Fall Open House

• When: August 31, 11am - 3pm
• Where: Owens Ballroom
• This is a great opportunity for students to meet with local and on-campus employers about jobs, internships, research, etc. to enhance their career goals. This fair is open to all grade levels and academic majors.
• We recommend checking in no later than 2:30 PM to allow enough time to speak with employers. Please look at the positions available, as well as employer websites, and come prepared to promote yourself (background, classes, relevant experiences) for these jobs, internships, research, etc. opportunities. Bring copies of your resume for each employer and your Hokie Passport for check-in.

Looking to feel more confident heading into technical interviews? Attend Career & Professional Development's (CPD) Technical Interviewing virtual employer panel on September 3 at 5:30PM.

This session will feature a small group of some employers who will also be attending the CS Source Career Fair. Employers will share insights into how technical interviews are structured, what they look for when evaluating candidates, and how you can effectively communicate your skills during the interview process.

This event is designed to help you better understand employer expectations and walk into technical interviews feeling prepared and confident. 

Featured Employers:

• Peraton
• Metron, Inc

• CapTech Consulting

Link to event: https://vt.joinhandshake.com/events/1992305/share_preview

• When: Tuesday, September 8, 7-8pm
• Where: Data & Decision Sciences Building 150

Accenture Federal Services (AFS) hires data scientists and people with quantitative/technical backgrounds! They will be on campus at least twice in September, during the career fair season. Chase Ackerman, a VT alum, and his colleagues are hosting an informal information session on Tuesday, 9/8, 7-8 pm. The event starts in DDS 150 and then moves outside (weather permitting) for pizza and conversation. 

Chat With AFS Over Pizza, an informal info session where you’ll learn what Accenture Federal Services does, the career fairs we’re attending and events we’re hosting on campus, and practical recruiting and interview tips to help you stand out. We’ll wrap up with open Q&A and time to chat 1‑on‑1 with our team. And yes—pizza is on us!

Note: This event is open to students of any year with a focus on data science!

• September 15, 5:30pm
• Owens Ballroom
• Ready to take your academic experience beyond the classroom? Join us for the Undergraduate Research Workshop to discover how you can get involved in hands-on research on campus. Whether you are looking to find a faculty mentor, join an existing lab, or launch your own independent project, this session will give you the roadmap you need to get started. Come learn practical strategies for reaching out to professors, navigating the interview process, and balancing research with your coursework. All experience levels are welcome!
• If you require any accommodations to participate in this event, please contact Jess at jessh@vt.edu at least 10 days prior to the workshop.
• RSVP on GobblerConnect (must be logged in)

• When: Monday, September 14th @ 6:30 PM
• Where: MCB 113
• RSVP: https://forms.gle/LqutqoQey4ZiC4Vv6

Deloitte professionals will lead a short presentation followed by interactive stations where you can get personalized career advice and prepare for recruiting.

• Resume Reviews with Deloitte professionals
• Elevator Pitch Practice
• Consulting 101 + insights into Deloitte
• Networking & Q&A

The event is open to all majors, so feel free to invite friends!

Exciting news! Virginia Tech's Fall 2026 Data Science Connections Career Fair will be held on September 22nd. You can now register in Handshake. (Note that employers are still signing up).

We encourage you to visit the career fair website and check out the "student information" for important updates (like dates/locations of employer information sessions). 

Event Overview 

• Date: September 22, 2026 (some employers will conduct interviews on campus on 9/23)

• Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

• Location: Owens Banquet Hall, 101 Owens Hall, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg

This career fair is open to all undergraduates and graduate students who wish to pursue a career in the data sciences. 

On September 22, join students from across campus for the 2026 Aerospace, Defense, and Intelligence Career Fair—an exclusive opportunity to connect face-to-face with top recruiters and representatives from government agencies and industry leaders.

This event is designed to connect top engineering students with internships, co-ops, and full-time career opportunities across the national security sector. Whether you're an aspiring engineer, data analyst, scientist, or policy expert, this is your gateway to careers that matter.

Why You Should Attend:

• Meet one-on-one with employers in the intelligence, defense, and aerospace communities

• Share your resume and make a lasting impression

• Schedule interviews and take the first step toward your future career
  

Who They're Looking For:
Recruiters are seeking students across a wide range of disciplines—including aerospace and ocean engineering; computer science and data analytics; mechanical, electrical, and computer engineering; as well as physics, mathematics, national security, and political science.

Before you go:

Virginia Tech’s Career and Professional Development office is here to help you show up confident and prepared, no matter your major or academic year.

• Resume & Interview Support: Make an appointment for resume reviews and interview tips

• Career Outfitters: Make sure your outfit matches your ambition

• Career Fair Prep Tips

Ready to make an impression?

Register here on Handshake to secure your spot and take your first step toward an impactful career. Walk-ins are welcome the day of the fair, but registration is strongly encouraged. Make sure you set your Handshake profile to public so employers can view your background before the fair.

Co-sponsored by the Kevin T. Crofton Department of Aerospace and Ocean Engineering and The Hume Center for National Security and Technology.

• When: September 25, 4-5 pm
• Where: 101S Newman Library
• Speaker: Dr. William Jenks, Core University Student Programs Lead at Oak Ridge National Laboratory

The US Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is a huge and diverse research center located in eastern Tennessee near Knoxville.  Its mission is exceptionally diverse: biology and the environment, clean energy including fission and fusion, isotope production, basic physical sciences, national security in multiple contexts, neutron sciences, and supercomputing.

You are invited to a presentation given by William Jenks of ORNL’s Office of Research Education to learn about ORNL’s many opportunities for summer internships and other student programs aimed at undergraduates and recent graduates.  The session will give you an idea of different research areas and give you the keys to a successful application.  Applications for Summer 2027 will open in October.

The presentation will give information on multiple Summer 2027 internship opportunities, including:

• SULI – for research projects across the full ORNL portfolio
• TPI – for professional-style internships helping manage and operate research projects and activities
• OMNI – for internships in the field of cybersecurity and other IT-related fields

Pizza will be provided!

• When: October 21, 4-6pm
• Where: Owens Ballroom

Looking to connect with fellow student researchers and faculty? Join us for the Undergraduate Research Mixer! This casual networking event is the perfect opportunity to discuss ongoing projects, share ideas, and discover new research opportunities on campus. Whether you are currently working in a lab, hoping to find a faculty mentor, or simply curious about what undergraduate research entails, come mingle with peers and professors in a relaxed setting. Light refreshments will be provided, so bring your curiosity and your questions!

The event will be on October 21, 2026 from 4-6pm in Owens Ballroom. For more information, and to RSVP, visit the Undergraduate Research Mixer gobblerconnect webpage. 

• Career Information from the American Mathematical Society (AMS)
• Career Advice for Students from the Mathematical Association of America (MAA)
• Career Center from the Society for Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics & Native Americans in Science (SACNAS)
• Career Resources from the Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (SIAM)

Employers of Recent VT Math Majors: Allscripts Healthcare Solutions, Amazon, Booz Allen Hamilton, Capital One, Deloitte, GEICO, Google, Hilton, IBM, Lockheed Martin, Microsoft, MIT Lincoln Lab, NSA, Raytheon

Job Titles of Recent VT Math Majors: Business Technology Analyst, Cognitive Analyst, Cyber Security Engineer, Data Analyst, Data Scientist, Database Manager, Deep Learning R&D, Economic Analyst, High School Math Teacher, Operations Research Analyst, Project Manager, Python Developer, Research Associate, Software Engineer, Spacecraft and Satellite Operations Tech, Technical Consultant, Web Developer

The average starting salary for May 2022 VT Math graduates was $84,600.

30% of May 2022 VT Math graduates pursued graduate degree programs.

Note: All information above is based on information voluntarily reported to the Mathematics Department or the Office of Career and Professional Development by recent VT Math graduates.

VT student post-graduation information from Career and Professional Development.

Math-major post-graduation information from Career and Professional Development.

The top "I wish I had..." responses from 2021 math graduates:

• learned more, or earlier about career options
• started my job search eariler
• asked advisors, staff, and professors for advice earlier or more often
• gotten more experience related to their major or career goals before graduating

The most common first methods of contact that 2021 math graduates had with their employer were:

• worked/volunteered with the employer in the past
• career fair
• went direcly to employer website
• job-seeker website such as Handshake or other

• Career Resources for International Students
• Career Q&A videos
• 15-minute mini appointments available with Career and Professional Development advisors
• Career and Professional Development Liaisons