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Information Technology

Would you like to get paid to work with computers and other technology devices?

Information technology workers are in a growing and always changing field. You might work with computer hardware, software, multimedia, or network systems. You might design new computer equipment or work on a new computer game.

Some information technology workers support and manage computer hardware. For example, you might make sure the networks are working or manage a network that links people across the world. Or, you might support others and answer questions about specific software or hardware.

Popular Information Technology Careers

Computer Programmer

$30.35 - $71.73
2-4 years of college, or certificate

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Cyber Security

$31.95 - $77.24
2-4 years of college, or certificate

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Data Administrator

$25.80 - $67.01
2-4 years of college, or certificate

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Network Adminstrator

$30.35 - $65.11
2-4 years of college, or certificate

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Help Desk Specialist

$17.80 - $37.68
2-4 years of college, or certificate

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Information Systems Manager

$60.09 - $83.73
4 years of college

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Website Developer

$22.64 - $62.31
2-4 years of college

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Hobbies & Activities related to this industry:

  • Business Professionals of America (BPA)
  • Skills USA
  • School newspaper or yearbook
  • Set up computers and install software.
  • Job shadow the technology coordinator at a high school or college.
  • Use multimedia for school projects.
  • Create a web page for a local organization.
  • Set up your own local area network (LAN) for gaming.
  • Volunteer to provide technical support for a nonprofit agency.
  • Create your own webpage with a database and interactive elements.

Source: Minnesota CAREERwise

 

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This virtual career exploration experience is financially supported in part by Sourcewell and the Central Minnesota Perkins Consortium, with the partnership of the Brainerd Lakes Chamber and  Central Lakes College.


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