Recent data from the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) highlights the exceptional career readiness of UMBC graduates. “UMBC continues to surpass national career outcome rates across all degree levels,” said Christine Routzahn, director of the Career Center.

Bachelor’s degree outcomes

Nationwide, nearly 85 percent of Class of 2023 bachelor’s degree graduates were employed or pursuing further education within six months of graduation, according to NACE’s First Destinations report. UMBC stands out with an impressive career outcome rate of 93 percent.

Nationally, 57.2 percent of bachelor’s degree recipients were employed full-time within six months, compared to UMBC’s 65 percent. While 20.2 percent of graduates nationwide pursued further education, UMBC’s rate was higher at 24 percent.

Graduate degree outcomes

UMBC’s graduate degree holders also excelled beyond national averages. For master’s degree graduates, the national career outcome rate—defined as being employed or pursuing further education within six months—was 89.4 percent according to NACE’s report. UMBC outpaces this with a career outcome rate of 90.8 percent for master’s recipients.

Doctoral graduates nationwide had a 92.5 percent outcome rate, but UMBC achieved an exceptional 100 percent.

These results reflect our strong academic programs and the collective efforts of the UMBC community in fostering student achievement. “Our collective work empowers UMBC students to achieve meaningful career paths and long-term success,” Routzahn emphasized.

Learn more about how UMBC can help you achieve your goals.

The Graduate English Organization at the University of Maryland, College Park invites you to submit a proposal for their 18th annual conference: "Forward Moving/Moving Forward." 

UMBC alum, Harley Nguyen, is part of the organization committee for this exciting conference. Abstracts of 250-300 words should be submitted to englgeo@umd.edu by Friday, January 10, 2025. Talks should last approximately 15 minutes.

Potential presentation topics can focus on a wide range of issues including (but not limited to):

● Migration (forced or voluntary) 
● Walking, running, physical movement of bodies and/or objects
● Transitions and transitioning
● History, historical methods, and historiography
● Futurity and/or utopias
● Current global events
● Political, ideological, and/or thought movements
● Editing and translation
● Communication and rhetoric across time and space
● Stories, poetry, creative nonfiction, and long-form journalism engaging these themes. 

Name:

Neha Nooka

Pronouns:

She/her/hers

Semester of Internship:

Fall 2024

Major:

Data Science

Current Class Level:

Master's Student

This semester I completed a(n)...:

Internship

Internship, Co-op, or Research Site (Company/Organization Name):

Signarama

Location of the Organization (City, State):

Silver Spring, MD

Title of position:

Process & Marketing Systems Design Intern

Tell us about your internship, co-op, or research opportunity, including your day-to-day responsibilities:

As a Process & Marketing Systems Design Intern, I developed a chatbot for internal use, guiding team members through processes and improving onboarding and training efficiency by 20%. I also designed and implemented automation solutions for Trello boards, which enhanced task management efficiency by 35%. My work involved collaborating with the President of the organization to streamline workflows and create structured documentation.

Describe the process of obtaining your position. When did you hear of the position and submit your application?

I applied through the MTIP program, which I learned about in a LinkedIn post. I directly emailed the company and received a response the same day, setting up a meeting to discuss the position further.

What resources did you use to find your current experience?

UMBC Career Center, LinkedIn, and other social media platforms.

What have you enjoyed the most about your position and organization?

What I’ve enjoyed most is the opportunity to directly impact the team’s efficiency and productivity. Developing a chatbot for internal use and automating workflows in Trello were particularly rewarding because they led to noticeable improvements in the team’s operations. Collaborating directly with the President and seeing tangible results made the experience incredibly fulfilling.

How do you believe you have made an impact through your work?

I believe I’ve made a significant impact by improving onboarding and training processes, boosting efficiency by 20%. Additionally, the automation solutions I implemented increased task organization and workflow efficiency by 35%, helping the team work more effectively and adopt a structured approach to project management.

What advice would you give to another student who is seeking an internship or similar experience?

MTIP is an excellent resource for finding internships, so I recommend checking it regularly and applying to opportunities that align with your interests. The application process is simple and intuitive. Apart from using MTIP, focus on building both technical and problem-solving skills. Look for ways to improve efficiency in any role and take on projects that challenge you to learn new tools or platforms—this can make you stand out to employers.

Please provide a short reflection or quote about what you liked most about your position / earning internship credit / working with the Career Center:

The Career Center played a vital role in guiding me through my internship search, offering valuable resources and networking opportunities. I enjoyed applying my skills to real-world problems, such as developing a chatbot and automating workflows, which enhanced the team’s efficiency and productivity.

Please provide a short reflection or quote about what you liked most about your position / earning internship credit / working with the Career Center:

Collaborating directly with the President of Signarama allowed me to gain hands-on experience and make meaningful contributions to the team. The Career Center’s guidance made the process of securing and succeeding in my internship seamless and rewarding.

• If your UMBC business trip includes personal travel, you must obtain a comparison quote.
  
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Important Notice for International Travel

All international travelers are reminded to verify entry/exit requirements for all countries they will visit or transit through before making travel arrangements. Starting in early 2025, the United Kingdom (Jan, 8th 2025) and European Union will implement new electronic authorization requirements.

United Kingdom

• Effective January 8, 2025: U.S. citizens traveling to or transiting through the UK for short-term stays (up to 6 months) will need an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA).
• Approval Time: You will usually get a decision within 3 working days, but you may get a quicker decision. Occasionally, it may take longer than 3 working days.
• Reimbursement: UMBC will reimburse the £10 fee. Your receipt and currency conversion is required documentation for reimbursement
• More Information: UK Government website

European Union

• For the latest information on EU entry/exit requirements, please visit the EU website.
• UMBC will reimburse associated fees. Your receipt and currency conversion  is required documentation for reimbursement

Remember: Even with these new requirements, all international travel must still be registered through the UMBC International Travel Registry.