New Grad Jobs in Chicago, IL

52,772 open positions · Updated daily

Looking for New Grad jobs in Chicago, IL? Browse our curated listings with transparent salary information to find the perfect New Grad position in the Chicago, IL area.

Experienced Fine Jewelry Sales Professional

Company: Sidney Garber

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 20, 2025

Manage relationships with established clients, new sales leads and prospects through the use of detailed clienteling and CRM tools.

View Details Apply on SimplyHired

Executive Chef

Company: Aramark

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 19, 2025

Interact directly with guests daily. Develop and maintain effective client and guest rapport for mutually beneficial business relationships.

View Details Apply on SimplyHired
full time be or bc academic

Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine: Interventional Pulmonary Clinician-Educator

Company: Northwestern University

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Posted May 18, 2025

View Details Apply on healthecareers.com

Customer Support Product Support Consultant, gTech Ads

Company: Google

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 21, 2025

Experience in account/campaign management roles, technical troubleshooting, or technical customer support. Based on the evolving needs of our ads customers, we…

View Details Apply on SimplyHired

Lead Data Science Product Mgr

Company: Health Care Service Corporation

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 18, 2025

Bachelors degree and 5 years of work experience in a mathematical, statistical, computer science, engineering, physics, economics or related quantitative field…

View Details Apply on SimplyHired

Pet Insurance Sales Associate - Chicago, IL

Company: Fetch Pet Insurance

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 20, 2025

Active Property & Casualty (P&C) license or willing to obtain a P&C license at the expense of the Company within 30 days of employment (subject to state…

View Details Apply on SimplyHired

Sr. Mgr, Software Engineering

Company: Capital One

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 19, 2025

Experience leading teams through ambiguity by driving technical design and delivery decisions. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants…

View Details Apply on SimplyHired

Senior Manager, Software Engineer (People Leader)

Company: Capital One

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 19, 2025

Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding…

View Details Apply on SimplyHired

Senior Finance Analyst

Company: Expedia Group

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 21, 2025

Support, develop, and implement improved processes and controls to enable sustainable, profitable scaling of the PLS business.

View Details Apply on SimplyHired

Mgr Clinical Pharmacy

Company: Rush University Medical Center

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 20, 2025

> 6 years practice experience, Pharm.D. with PGY1 and PGY2 training (or equivalent experience), Illinois licensure, and board certification (specialty…

View Details Apply on SimplyHired

Facilities Painter

Company: The Resurrection Project

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 22, 2025

Access to a car, valid driver's license, and ability to travel within the metropolitan area and out of state. Access to a motor vehicle, valid driver’s license,…

View Details Apply on SimplyHired

Junior Data Analyst

Company: D & A Services, LLC

Location: Des Plaines, IL

Posted May 22, 2025

Perform duties related to data exchange internally and externally with all clients and third-party vendors; including client requests, report creation and…

View Details Apply on SimplyHired

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges for New Grad positions?
Entry‑level software engineers receive $70,000–$90,000 base, data analysts $65,000–$80,000, DevOps roles $75,000–$95,000, and junior cybersecurity analysts $68,000–$85,000. After 2–3 years, these ranges increase to $90k–$120k as experience grows.
What skills and certifications are most valuable for New Grads?
Foundational skills include Python, JavaScript, SQL, and Git. Cloud certifications like AWS Certified Developer – Associate, Azure Fundamentals, or GCP Associate Cloud Engineer boost employability. Proficiency in Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD tools is increasingly required.
Is remote work common for New Grad roles?
Yes. Approximately 60% of tech firms offer fully remote or hybrid options for New Grads, especially in software and data science positions. Remote roles often include full relocation packages or stipends for home office equipment.
What career progression paths exist from a New Grad role?
Typical progression: Junior Engineer → Software Engineer → Senior Engineer → Tech Lead or Engineering Manager. In data, it follows Analyst → Senior Analyst → Data Scientist → Lead Data Scientist. Continuous learning and obtaining advanced certifications accelerate upward movement.
What industry trends should New Grads focus on?
Key trends include AI/ML model deployment, cloud-native architecture, DevSecOps, edge computing, and cybersecurity compliance. Focusing on these areas ensures relevance as companies invest in scalable, secure, and intelligent solutions.

Related Pages

All New Grad Jobs 8,054 jobs All Jobs in Chicago, IL 202,482 jobs New Grad in Remote 1,495,362 jobs New Grad in Other US Location 1,300,962 jobs New Grad in New York City, NY 345,618 jobs New Grad in Multiple Locations 304,350 jobs New Grad in USA 272,892 jobs New Grad in Washington DC 210,810 jobs Travel in Chicago, IL 79,837 jobs Full Time in Chicago, IL 46,687 jobs Retirement Plan in Chicago, IL 43,124 jobs 401(K) in Chicago, IL 37,542 jobs Health Insurance in Chicago, IL 34,384 jobs Life Insurance in Chicago, IL 33,039 jobs