Types of Jobs ​​

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. You might support others and answer questions about specific software or hardware.

PATHWAYS
  • Information Support and Services
  • Network Systems
  • Programming and Software Development
  • Web and Digital Communication

​LOCAL JOB SHADOW OPTIONS

  • PennDot
  • Local Manufacturing Companies
  • Advanced Computer Systems

Elk/Cameron County Locals
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IS THIS THE CAREER FOR YOU?
Assessing what you like and things you do
can lead you to a career field.  

Does this sound like you?

  • Play video games
  • Assemble computer parts or repair systems
  • Write software programs
  • Create web pages
  • Analyze data or information
  • Documenting and recording information
  • Learn about or install software programs

Are these your favorite subjects?

  • Advanced Math courses
  • Computer and Technology courses
  • Business courses
  • Web Design
  • Law
  • Government

How do you spend your spare time?

Consider these local opportunities to expand your skills in this field.
  • Skills USA
  • 4-H Robotics Club
  • Be a member of your school newspaper or yearbook
  • Set up computers and install software.
  • 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 web page with a database and interactive elements.
  • Job shadow the technology coordinator at a high school or college.
Challenges, Camps, Workshops and More!

LOCAL POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION/TRAININGS

Applied Technology (AS)
Information Sciences and Technology (AS/BS)
Computer Information Systems and Technology (BS)
Information Systems (AS)
Computer Information Science (BS)
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Digital Media Arts
Information Technology
Metal Engineering Technology
Computer Network Engineering
Computer Technology
Digital Media Arts