Industrial Design

Welcome to the Industrial Design community! Members of this community are passionate about making improved products and systems for better enjoyment of our world by working as innovative visionaries at the intersection of art, business, and technology. Areas of opportunity are extensive, including but not limited to consumer electronics, education, toys, sports, medical equipment, footwear, housewares, furniture, inclusive design and exhibit design. Sought-after skills include drawing, model making, manufacturing technologies (such as computer-aided design and rapid prototyping), user research, and design thinking.

Why Take the Career Outcomes Survey?

Published on July 25, 2024

TL;DR: To help current and prospective students make informed decisions about their future.

Each year Co-ops & Careers asks recent Wentworth grads, at commencement and again 6 months later, to share their plans for life after Wentworth through the Career …

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Glassdoor reportedly attaches real names to anonymous accounts

Published on March 21, 2024

This article was originally posted on Engadget. Written by Sarah Fielding, Wed, Mar 20, 2024, 8:00 AM EDT/

The site where you can be honest about your employer might not be your friend.

Is it really possible to keep anything  …

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The Idealist Career Advice Guide to Starting a New Job

Published on December 5, 2023

Between meeting colleagues, mastering skills, and tackling new responsibilities, the first three months at a new job can feel invigorating to say the least! But, of course, it will take time to build up the confidence to accomplish everything you …

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How to De-Stress From the Job Search

Published on October 12, 2023

It’s exciting to begin the search for your dream job, especially when you feel like you’ve finally honed in on what you want to do in your career. But the process of sifting through job listings, tidying up your resume, …

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How to Answer: ‘Where Do You See Yourself in 5 Years?’

Published on September 26, 2023

As you prepare for your interview, you know you’ll probably be asked about your strengths and weaknesses and to tell the interviewer about yourself. But did you know that another common interview question you may encounter is, “Where do you …

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Student Resources

Using AI in the Job Search  

Using AI in the Job Search  

This handout outlines the various ways you can use AI, specifically ChatGPT, in your job search.  

Tips when using AI: 

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How to Report and Register for Co-op

How to Report and Register for Co-op

Registering for co-op is a two-step process. As co-op is considered a class; you must register for it on LeopardWeb …

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Co-op Handbook

Co-op Handbook

*The Co-op Handbook complements but does not replace Academic Catalog policies specific to your major. Consult your Co-op & Career …

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Co-op Action Guide

Co-op Action Guide

The Co-ops & Careers Office offers many resources and events to equip you with the necessary tools to evolve your …

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Commonly Asked Interview Questions for Co-op

Commonly Asked Interview Questions for Co-op

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Technical Skills by Major

Technical Skills by Major

This list represents skills you may have acquired by the completion of your degree program.   

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Wentworth Professional Clubs & Organizations

Connect with on-campus organizations for further networks of support. A complete list of clubs and organizations, along with up-to-date information and meeting times can be found on LeopardSpot.

FrauHaus – Industrial Design Women at Wentworth

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Career Outcomes

The Career Outcomes Survey is administered bi-annually to all bachelor’s and master’s degree students who participated in the December, April, or August commencement exercises. The data below is collected up to six months following graduation by Wentworth Institute of Technology’s Center for Cooperative Education and Career Development. This information is collected in accordance with the national standards established by NACE.

View our comprehensive Class of 2023 report here which includes longitudinal comparisons through 2019.

If you are a member of the Class of 2024 please complete the Career Outcomes survey here.

Use the drop-down menus below to filter by specific Class Year, School, or Major. Please note, new programs that have not graduated their first class will not be found in the drop-down menus.  

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First Destination

First Destination is a nationally recognized term that is used to describe the first experiences of college graduates.  At Wentworth, we survey students at cap and gown pick-up and follow up within six months following graduation. Undergraduate students pursue a variety of opportunities post-graduation, including full-time employment, graduate school, and entrepreneurial endeavors.