The article is devoted to the role of students ‘ science in the training of young highly qualified specialists for the real sector of the Russian economy. The authors of this article attempted to prove that the enterprises are interested in attracting young professionals with necessary business and personal qualities, which are formed in the process of educational and research activities at the University. Students having skills to work in research teams, have more chances for career and professional growth in the workforce of modern industrial enterprises in the real sector of the Russian economy.