Careers and Outcomes

Follow your talents to a satisfying career with an education from Otis College of Art and Design.

At Otis College, we strive to put an end to the “starving artist” trope. Working with national and global employers, we cultivate a variety of professional paths for Otis alumni. Our proximity to the most creative industries in the world—such as entertainment, technology, toy, and fashion—expands opportunities for internships and mentorships that help shape students into business-savvy artists and designers.

Career Services are available to Otis students and alumni for life, as well as Extension certificate students in the last six months of their program and after graduation. We serve to educate and empower artists and designers to create and achieve the professional life they envision. We provide support and resources from the first day of enrollment in a BFA or MFA program through all stages of career exploration, personal and professional growth, employment, and creative professional practices. 

We collaborate with local, national, and global employers to create opportunities for our students and alumni. These organizations bridge academic learning with professional experience through internships and job placements. For employers, our Hiring Otis Talent and Internship & Recruitment Day pages offer guidance on connecting with the Otis community. Additionally, Handshake is our platform for discovering internships, jobs, career events, and scheduling career counseling, tailored to your affiliation with Otis.