Careers
Listed below are professional areas that an IT Minor can help to strengthen one's resume.
Before You Take the Plunge
- Be aware that careers in computers and technology are constantly changing.
- Be prepared to retain and learn new information on a regular basis. Certifications are often an important part of training for technical careers.
- Obtain the certifications that are the most applicable to career goals and interests.
- Gain as much diverse technical experience as possible.
- Seek positions in computer labs, retail computer/ technology stores, or as technological support for any office or business.
- Learn about technology in additional areas such as audio/ visual or telecommunications.
- Become familiar with the integration and application of these areas to management information systems.
- Develop physical stamina and strength. Many networking professionals are involved with hands-on, physical activity during network installation and maintenance.
- Specialize in a specific area of business or industry such as medical office support or sound technology so as to become familiar with the applicable software and hardware.
- Architecture
- Animation
- Print Publications
- Film
- Website
- Video Games
- Graphic Design
- Architecture Design Firms
- Animation Studios
- Film Studios
- Website Designers
- Video Game Studios
- Newspaper Publishers
- Magazine Publishers
- Develop visual design vocabulary to communicate to colleagues and clients.
- Gain experience in digtial technology to expedite design and production.
- Obtain business experience through internships and work study programs.
Various
- Consulting firms
- Self-employed
- Develop exceptional analytical and interpersonal skills for community with clients.
- Obtain a strong technical knowledge of computers, a background in business management, and experience in systems analysis.
- Become familiar with various programming languages and operating systems.
- Earn applicable certifications.
- Demonstrate ability to self-motivate and work independently.
Various
- Proprietary (for profit) schools
- Community colleges
- Universities
- Corporations
- Non-profit orgaizations
- Earn a graduate degree for post-secondary teaching opportunities.
- Develop a research specialty.Gain experience working with students through tutoring or assisting in computer labs.
- Obtain advanced certifications for training
- Programming
- Software Design
- Systems Analysis
- Hardware Production
- Website Design
- Website Development
- Network access points
- Internet service providers
- Hardware and software vendors
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Internet-related companies including:
- Browsers
- Search Engines
- Website design services
- Organizations with complex, self-manage web site
- Gain experience in web development or maintenance through part-time jobs or interships.
- Learn web development languages.
- Develop a flare for creativity.
- Learn to work effectively in a team by participating in group projects or student organizations
- Earn a graduate degree in technology or business for advanced opportunities in analysis, project management, and executive operations.
- Intranet Development
- Intranet Administration
- Hardware/ Software Design
- Support
Most areas of business and government:
- Financial institutions
- Insurance companies
- Consulting firms
- Manufacturers
- Computer companies
- Telecommunications companies
- Retailers
- Healthcare organizations
- Entertainment companies
- Entertainment companies
- City, state and federal governments
- Gain work experience in university computer labs.
- Develop communication skills and interest in helping others
- Gain knowledge in a variety of computer areas including minor programming, software and hardware.
- Plan to stay abreast of latest technology and software.
- Obtain applicable certifications such as Cisco and Microsoft.
- Develop relationships with small business owners for part-time or freelance network consulting opportunities
- Supplement program with courses in computer science.
- Customer Service
- Product Support
- Training
- Technical Writing
- Sales
- Marketing
- Software developers
- Technical service providers
- Develop excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Display interest and ability in customer problem solving.
- Take technical writing courses to develop skills.
- Obtain general sales or customers service experience.
- Analysis
- Design
- Support
- Database Administration
- Executive Administration
- Financial institutions
- Insurance companies
- Consulting firms
- Manufacturers
- Computer companies
- Telecommunications companies
- Retailers
- Healthcare organizations
- Hotels and restaurants
- Entertainment companies
- Educational institutions
- City, state and federal governments
- Develop excellent interpersonal skills for effective communication with technical and non-technical colleagues.
- Gain programming experience and knowledge for increased opportunities
- Become an effective problem solver.
- Plan to continually educate self on new computer languages and technology.
- Obtain business experience through internships or part-time employment.
- Supplement program with courses in accounting, human resources, and procurement.