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Illinois Tech Placements: Job Opportunities, Placement rate, Packages

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The Illinois Institute of Technology placement rate is 94% for graduate students. Moreover the Illinois Institute of Technology median salary is USD 94,000 or INR 87.67 Lakhs for graduate students. Its interesting to note that IIT Chicago has been rated 3.8 on a scale of 5 by IIT Chicago Shiksha Reviews. Check more info on the Illinois Institute of Technology placement rate below.

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Placement USPs

IIT Chicago employment rate PG students is 85.6%

IIT Chicago employment rate UG students is 67.7%

IIT Chicago median salary for PG students is INR 68 LPA

IIT Chicago median salary for UG students is INR 70 LPA

2.7% of PG and 10.4% of UG students decided to continue education after graduation

Illinois Tech Placement

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Illinois Institute of Technology Placement Overview
Illinois Tech Placement report 2026
Illinois Tech Average packages & top recruiters 2026
Illinois Tech Student Reviews

Illinois Institute of Technology Placement Overview

Illinois Institute of Technology is a USA based public university in Chicago, Illinois. It provides world class education and 50+ UG degrees as well as various PG Illinois Tech programs. Moreover it has been ranked 1st in Illinois and 22nd in the U.S. for Best Salaries of Graduates by Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2026.

The uni houses about 7,500 students on Illinois Tech campus grounds. Overall it got rated 3.5 for internships, 3 for part time work and 4 for post study jobs on a scale of 5 on Shiksha Reviews. Check some details about IIT Chicago placements mentioned below-

Overall graduate placement rate- 94%
Graduate Median Salary- USD 94,000 or INR 87.67 Lakhs

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₹ 87.08 LPA

Median Salary

94%

Placement Percentage

Commonly asked questions
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Q: What placement support does Illinois Tech provide?

IIT Tech provides a range of career services to students mentioned below-

Co-ops and internships (full-time and part-time)
Resume and cover letter writing
Full-time positions
Networking advice
Mock interviews
Dinner / business etiquette workshops

The uni's career services office also works with employers and coordinates two career fairs each year during the spring and fall semesters. The fairs and other on-campus events attract many employers to come and recruit qualified students.

Q: Which companies are the top IIT Chicago employers?

Some of the employers who have hired IIT Chicago graduates from the Class of 2023 are given below:

Amazon
MSI Express Inc.
Apple
Jacobs
TCS
CCC Intelligent Solutions
ComEd
SilverSpace Technologies
Arcane Systems Inc.
Intel Corporation
Americaneagle.com
CloudData Technology
Argonne National Laboratory

Q: What are the job sectors where IIT Chicago graduates are working?

A few of the industries where IIT Chicago graduates are working are Engineering, Business Development, IT, Operations, Arts and Design, etc. Other job sectors where the university’s graduates are working are:

Program and Project Management
Marketing
Sales
Consulting
Finance
Product Management
Community and Social Services
Entrepreneurship

Illinois Tech
Placement report 2026

Particulars	Statistics (2025)
Placement Percentage	94%
Median Salary	₹ 87.08 L

Source : Career Outcomes for the Class of 2025

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Average packages & top recruiters 2026

Top Recruiters

Envestnet

Motorola

Bank of America

Samsung

Morning Star

Google

Amazon

pwc

Goldman Sachs

HSBC

JP Morgan Chase

Northern Trust

Microsoft

Amazon.com

Merrill Lynch

Ernst & Young

Ogilvy and Mather

Motorola

Morgan Stanley

Apple

Grant Thornton

SalesForce

McDonalds

Accenture

IIT Tech Placements Highlights 2026

Illinois Tech has been standing tall since 1890. Its a popular choice amongst international students and the Stuart School of Business has been named the Best Business Schools in 2025 for its MBA program by Princeton. Some interesting facts about IIT Chicago to know before applying to the Illinois Tech admissions are mentioned below-

Particulars	Stats	Particulars	Stats
Establishment Year	1890	Student-Faculty Ratio	12:1
Ownership	Public University	Admission Rarity	55.4%
Placement Rate	94% for PG	Average Salary	INR 87.67 LPA for PG
Notable Alumni	Virgil Abloh, Martin Cooper, Nandamuri Kalyan Ram etc.	Illinois Tech fees	UG: INR 45.7 L - 48.61 L PG: INR 25.02 L - 65.22 L
Rankings	#648 in the World #149 in the USA (Shiksha Rankings)	Student Enrollment	UG: 7,502 PG: 2,950

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Commonly asked questions
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Q: Where do UG alumni of Illinois Institute of Technology are working?

The UG graduates of IIT Chicago got employed by start up organizations as well as early stage omopanies and Fortune 500 companies. In 2025 these were the top employers of UG students-

Sargent & Lundy	ENTRUST Solutions Group
Walsh Group	Handshake
Benesch	Metra Rail
Biotics	SINGH + Associates
Molex Incorporated	Zebra Technologies Corporation
Northwestern University	City of Chicago
Collins Engineers, Inc.	Mortenson
Leidos	Epic
Northrop Grumman Corporation	Microsoft
CSL	Nokia

Illinois Institute of Technology Internships

Students at IIT Chicago and find internship opportunities while studying at the uni. F1 student status at IIT Chicago allows students to work on-campus at the university while they are studying. The I-20 of students is the proof of work eligibility for on campus employment. Full time enrollment at university is 9 credit hours for graduate students and 12 credit hours for undergraduate students. Students can work no more than 20 hours per week in combinations of positions or departments at IIT Tech any week in which regular classes are scheduled.

Illinois Institute of Technology Top Employers

As per official sources the graduate students of Illinois Tech got employed by organizations of all sizes including start-ups, early-stage companies and Fortune 500 corporations. The top Illinois Tech employers for PG students are given below as per official sources-

PG Employers
Community Dreams Foundation	Amazon
Saayam For All	Bright Mind Enrichment and Schooling
Chicago Education Advocacy Cooperative	Handshake
Leap of Faith (LOF), LLC.	Interlake Mecalux
Webber	CVS Health

Whereas IIT Chicago reports a similar success rate for the UG graduates of IIT Chicago. UG grads were employed by top companies and being paid good quality salaries by the time of their graduation from their chosen IIT Chicago degree program. The list for the top Illinois Tech recruiters stood to be the following for the Class of 2025-

UG Employers
Sargent & Lundy	Northwestern University
Walsh Group	Collins Engineers, Inc.
Benesch	Leidos
Biotics	Northrop Grumman Corporation
Molex Incorporated	CSL

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

38% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Easy going

Academically oriented

Friendly

Sporty

Internships3.5

Part time work3

Post study jobs4

Quality of faculty4.3

Student Life4.5

Value for money3.5

Public transportation5

Safety2.8

Indian Food3.3

Permanent Immigration3.8

Sri Hari Sivashanmugam Verified Icon

M.A.S in Data Science - Batch of 2023

4.1

Best cities to live in. The faculty help in networking.

Tips: For students moving here there will be a cultural shift for sure. It is smart to get referrals for on-campus jobs, as they are limited. Try staying Bridgeport area, as it is affordable and safe. Chicago is one of the best cities in the US, you will get to a lot of networking events outside the university which can help you in many ways.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1500

Prepping time for classes33 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 80025

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2024Read more

Anonymous

M.S in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering - Batch of 2021

3.2

One of the most Amazing Experiences.

Tips: There's definitely a cultural shift. I personally loved the new country/city/university challenge and was up for all the tasks ahead. Find good friends/roommates who will guide you and help you in your transition. Don't hesitate to change your accommodation if not suitable for your academic preference. I didn't avail of any scholarships because I wasn't aware of any. There are different undergrad and graduate school scholarships available so do your research. I can say that I am somewhat satisfied with the course/university. Definitely would have liked a cheaper college but I suppose I did the best I could with the scores. Chicago is a beautiful city. The summers are short but pleasant, winters are long and the city is covered in snow for almost 3 months so definitely extreme weather conditions will take some time to get used to but it is undeniably beautiful. Some parts of the city are not safe and generally, you will be aware of those with research. Try to avoid those areas and don't wander alone at night. Everything will be great. Good luck to whoever reading this for your future.

Likes (Public transportation): Chicago has one of the best public transportation systems with frequent trains and buses even during night times. It is super affordable as semester passes are generally provided by the university as part of your tuition fees. Public transportation runs in all weather (even in heavy snow and rain).

Dislikes (Part time work): On campus part time jobs are available but very limited. Usually, you get them through connections. 100s apply but a chosen few are selected. Very much depends on the particular facility you are applying for. Personally, I applied but never got any. It is definitely manageable. Sometimes you will have to do weekend shifts or work late at night but the campus provides late-night drop offs. Pay is generally minimum wage in the state (usually $12/hr - $14/hr).

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1000

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 70000

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2023Read more

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M.A.S in Mathematical Finance - Batch of 2023

4.9

Many Indian students are present in the campus.

Tips: In college, maximum number of students in ITM and CS branches are Indian only. So there was no cultural shift that I experienced. Initially, you may feel some changes and that's all. But after 2-3 weeks it will be the same. One should just focus on GRE and SOPs.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2500

Prepping time for classes43 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 99096

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2023Read more

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M.S in Computer Science - Batch of 2018

2.8

US has its drawbacks too. Think carefully

Tips: Be prepared for a new life. College doesn’t matter. Personality matters. If you are smart you will get a job at Google and if not you will end up back in India wasting your money. So think carefully about the courses you are taking and the people you are hanging out with.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 638

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 90612

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2022Read more

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Anonymous

M.S Technical Communication and Information Architecture - Batch of 2025

5.0

Great faculty and a diverse student life.

Tips: Students will know all of the clubs and opportunities. The university has strong connections that help its students. The faculty and students are also so supportive of each other. They have some standout teachers who have been involved with their students and have helped them grow professionally. I am quite satisfied with my experience.

Likes (Quality of faculty): I like the college because there is no sexism or racism there. The college has many clubs, which allow students to interact with other departments. The college is also recognised for its research, as well as the importance of collaboration and communication between individuals and organisations in the workplace.

Dislikes (Indian Food): The faculty provides good orientation, which helps students to know about the career opportunities. I hope everyone will find good opportunities in tech with engineering skills and experience to help them achieve their goals and achieve their dreams.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 6925

Prepping time for classes36 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025Read more

Anonymous

M.A.S Chemical Engineering with E3 Specialization - Batch of 2023

4.4

The faculty are well experienced and supportive.

Tips: Scholarships are available at the university, and I got my scholarship from my marks or entrance test for college admission. My college days are spent in the lecture hall or doing assignments with my friends or studying with my friends or teachers. There's so much support for student learning and achievement.

Dislikes (Value for money): The fee is justified because the faculty are well experienced and explain everything in a simple way. The faculty are good at supporting the students and they treat them like their own children. You should not feel lonely at the college, and the students are very innocent.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 10000

Prepping time for classes24 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2025Read more

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Is Illinois Institute of Technology worth for placement?

Answered 5 months ago

Illinois Institute of Technology placement rate is 81.6%, and the graduates are employed within six months of graduation. The average graduate salary of IIT Chicago graduate is USD 76,535 (INR 68.28 L) per year.

Ishita Kalra

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How many alumni does Illinois Institute of Technology have?

Answered 5 months ago

Illinois Institute of Technology has a rich alumni network of 80,000+ members worldwide. IIT Chicago alumni network include innovators, mentors, etc. Some notable alumni include Martin Cooper, Grote Reber, etc.

Pallavi Sharma

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What is the acceptance rate at Illinois Institute of Technology?

Answered 7 months ago

IIT Chicago acceptance rate is about 55% which means that out of100 students who apply to university's admission criteria around 55 are likely to be offered the opportunity to enroll at the university's campus grounds. Admission criteria are bit selective.

Ridhi

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What are the top programs opted by Illinois Tech alumni?

Answered 8 months ago

Illinois Institute of Technology is highly renowned for offering best degree programs for its international students. Illinois Institute of Technology offers over 50 undergraduate majors and more than 100 postgraduate programs for its international students. Some most popular programs opted by inter

Saakshi Rawat

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What is the placement rate at Illinois Institute of Technology?

Answered 8 months ago

Illinois Institute of Technology is renowned for offering the highest placement in the United States. Illinois Institute of Technology placement rate attracts international students the most. Illinois Institute of Technology placement rate stands at 81.6%, and the graduates are employed within 6 mon

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