Career Outcomes
The MSAE program equips students with advanced analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills needed to succeed in today’s data-driven economy. Through rigorous training in economic and data analytics, our graduates are prepared to launch careers in tech, finance, consulting, and policy.
Where Have Students Been Hired?
MSAE alumni work at leading companies and organizations across technology, finance, consulting, and public policy.
- Acumen
- Amazon
- Apple
- BlackRock
- Bloomberg
- Chime
- Disney Streaming
- Nvidia
- PG&E
- Realtor.com®
- Roblox
- Shell
- Visa
- Walmart
What are the Top Career Paths for Graduates?
Our graduates have been successful in their careers across industries, including data science, business, finance, consulting, and policy.
- Analyst
- Business Intelligence Manager
- Data Engineer & AI-focused roles
- Data Scientist
- Economic Consultant
- Machine Learning Engineer
- Policy Analyst
- Portfolio & Investment Analyst
- Product Analyst
- Product Manager
- Research Analyst
- Senior Data Analyst
- Vice President
Shawn Lee ’25
Data Scientist, Roblox
Connecting Theory to Real-World Impact
Having job experience helped me appreciate the context of what I was learning in grad school. It helped build curiosity and structure my understanding of how new theories or concepts applied to real-world applications."
Shawn Lee ’25
Data Scientist, Roblox
Career Support & Resources
Our strong career outcomes are supported by a structured ecosystem of career development, mentorship, and industry engagement.
Personalized Career Support
Get access to 1:1 coaching through USF Career Services Graduate Student Career Counselor.
Skill Building & Professional Development
Attend career workshops and industry-focused sessions. The Graduate Student Development fund is available to support traveling for conferences and further career development.
Industry Engagement & Networking
Engage with economists, data scientists, and industry leaders through our mentorship program and signature Bay Area Tech Economics Seminar series, transforming ideas into networks, and networks into career opportunities.
Research & Scholarly Engagement
The Economics Seminar Series offers you a front-row seat to the knowledge and experience of industry leaders and experts.
What Kind of Internships Have Students Done?
Although not required, most of our students seek out internships during the summer between their first and second year to gain practical experiences within the private and public sectors in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond.
Summer internship examples:
- Corporate Risk Intern, Wells Fargo
- Product Manager Intern, Amazon
- Data Analyst, Akousist
- Process improvement Intern, Wiley
- Data Science Intern, TriNet
- Graduate Intern | Renewables Portfolio, California Public Utilities Commission
- Client Operations Internship, True Capital Management
- Machine Learning Engineering Intern, Edmentum
- Data & Research Coordinator, Habitat for Humanity
- Economic Development Intern, City of Pittsburg - Economic Development Department
Careers in the Bay Area and Beyond
Our location in San Francisco offers access to top employers in technology, finance, and startups. A significant number of MSAE graduates launch their careers in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Our alumni also build successful careers across the US and globally:
- United States (San Francisco, New York, Chicago, Los Angeles)
- Europe (Netherlands, Norway)
- Asia (Singapore, China, Vietnam)
- Middle East & Africa
