Welcome to the Career Development Hub for Columbia University’s M.A. in Statistics program. 

Located in the heart of New York City, our program prepares students with advanced statistical knowledge, strong quantitative and computational skills, and hands-on experience applying data-driven methods to real-world challenges.

Our Career Development team bridges the gap between academic excellence and industry opportunity, connecting talented students with employers across Data Science, Quantitative Research, Machine Learning Engineering, Quantitative Finance, and other technology-driven fields. We work closely with industry partners to build meaningful relationships and create pathways for students to translate their technical expertise into impactful careers.

For Employers

Partner with Columbia’s M.A. in Statistics to connect with talented students equipped with advanced statistical knowledge, machine learning expertise, data science capabilities, and strong computational skills. Our students are prepared to tackle complex analytical challenges and contribute across technology, finance, healthcare, consulting, and research.

Our Career Development team works directly with employers to facilitate meaningful connections and create recruiting opportunities aligned with your organization’s hiring needs.

• Access Our Student Resume Book: Connect directly with candidate pools by requesting our curated resume books, featuring students actively seeking full-time roles, summer internships, or part-time opportunities.

• Post Jobs & Internships: Share full-time positions and Summer/Fall internships opportunities with our student population through our career resources and recruiting channels.

• On-Campus & Virtual Recruiting: Raise your organization’s profile through employer information sessions, technical recruiting events, presentations, and targeted engagement opportunities—either on campus or virtually.

• Career Fairs & Networking Events: Participate in our department-specific networking events, industry panels, and career expos to connect with students skilled in Python, R, machine learning, and statistical modeling.

• Capstones & Industry Sponsorships: Collaborate on real-world data projects, offer guest lectures, or sponsor departmental events to elevate your employer brand among Columbia data leaders.

Employer Contact:

To request a resume book, post a job or discuss custom recruiting strategies, please contact:

David Fitzgerald

Associate Director of Career Development and Industry Relations

Email: [email protected]

Hire Elite Analytics & Technical Talent

Columbia’s M.A. in Statistics program prepares students and graduates to tackle complex, data-driven challenges through advanced statistical theory, computational methods, machine learning, and quantitative analysis. With technical skills applicable across industries, our talent pipeline spans leading organizations in finance, technology, healthcare, and consulting.

Our students and alumni have pursued opportunities at organizations in various sectors including:

Financial Services: Capital One, JPMorganChase, Barclays, Goldman Sachs, Two Sigma, Balyasny Asset Management, CITIC Securities, Susquehanna International Group (SIG), and more.

Technology, AI & Cloud Infrastructure: Amazon/AWS, Microsoft, Google, ByteDance, Tencent, Palantir Technologies, and more.

Healthcare & Biotechnology: Pfizer, CVS Health, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Flatiron Health, IQVIA, and more.

Consulting & Business Strategy: Deloitte, EY, KPMG, PwC, Boston Consulting Group (BCG), and more.

Whether your team is hiring Data Scientists, Machine Learning Engineers, Quantitative Researchers, or Software Engineers, Columbia’s M.A. Statistics talent brings a strong foundation in mathematics, statistics, programming, and analytical problem-solving to today’s most challenging technical and business problems.

Connect with our Career Development team to explore opportunities to recruit Columbia’s quantitative and analytical talent.

For Students

Your career journey in quantitative analysis and data science starts here. The Columbia University M.A. in Statistics program provides personalized guidance, direct industry connections, and structured coursework to help you navigate the job market and achieve your professional goals.

Academic Certifications and Proof of Enrollment

If official proof of student enrollment is required by an employer or another entity, please visit the Office of the University Registrar.  Currently matriculated students can request enrollment certification via SSOL.  For academic certification, an official document provided by the University Registrar verifying your dates of attendance, award of degree, and/or student status (full-time or part-time) by semester, please visit the Office of the University Registrar: Certifications.  

International Students 

Please review the Statistical Fieldwork Course GR5399. OPT – Optional Practical Training for International Students

• General information on OPT and CPT can be found on the ISSO Website.
• Read about Post-Completion OPT  HERE
• Details on the OPT extension for students with STEM degrees can be found HERE.
• ISSO news and events may be found HERE.

1) Post-Completion OPT:  Students beginning their final semester will receive an email from the Department about approval to apply for OPT. 

2) Pre-OPT Options:  After completing two semesters on campus (fall and spring) international students may qualify for a summer or fall internship through application to Pre-Completion OPT.  Read more about Pre-OPT HERE.  

ISSO

The International Students and Scholars Office is the top resource in terms of all visa issues. The ISSO office has walk-in advisory hours all week and is located at 524 Riverside Drive between W. 122 St. and Tiemann Place. 

Information on how to invite family and friends for Graduation or for other events is HERE. 

Student Employment information can be found HERE.  

Additional Resources

MA Weekly Newsletter – Career Announcements

Receive weekly e-mail updates on job opportunities. If you are a graduate of the program, please send any internship or job leads you may have to  [email protected]. 

LinkedIn

Join the M.A. Programs in Statistics, Columbia University Networking Group to connect with alumni and get job leads. Recruiters and hiring managers always check your LinkedIn profile, so make sure it is updated regularly.

GSAS Compass

In addition to in-house Career Development support, M.A. in Statistics students can schedule one-on-one career advising appointments with GSAS Compass staff and attend their workshops, networking events, and career development programs. 

Additional Media

To watch recordings of our workshops, panels, and other sessions, you may view them in the password-protected section of this website, MA Students Only. Password will be shared via the MA Weekly Newsletter. 

ALP – American Language Program – Improve your communication skills.  Find out below which services are available to our MA Statistics students for NO COST.  Some details can be found here. 

Current MA Statistics students can write to Joel Chaffee at [email protected] with the following information:

1.  Last Name, First Name
2.  UNI
3.  Class choice.  (Where applicable, be specific as to AM or PM section.)

Mr. Chaffee will assign an online placement test for you. 

The Chazen English Program 

Information on the program at the Columbia Business School can be found here.  

The Columbia College Writing Center

Available to graduate students at GSAS.  Take advantage of a FREE service that is extremely helpful for anyone preparing written career materials or academic writing.  Excellent written communication is critical for your success in the job search.  This service will not provide career advice but will check English grammar and content. Find details here.