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While people in technology careers might be holding onto their jobs for dear life amid the unyielding reports of cost-cutting and job-axing companies, there are technology employment opportunities that exist right now, with many more to come.
Job Opportunities in the Technology Field
The Fastest Growing Job Sector
Green jobs are expected to become the fastest growing job sector by as soon as the end of this decade. A green job can be any job, from the engineer working on clean technology systems to the secretary that works for a solar panel manufacturing company. It’s an emerging area and one that will need technology workers, including those in high-tech positions. Organizations are seeking out talented individuals from other sectors with plans to retrain them to work in the areas of clean technology, solar energy, wind power, and more.
Companies Invest in Key Areas
Some companies that are cutting jobs are actually hiring in other areas. Take Microsoft for example. Despite the announcement that they will be laying off 5,000 people, they also announced plans to hire thousands into other "key areas." The areas they're investing in? Online services, search, and cloud computing. Amazon.com recently reported 2008 to be their best holiday season ever. The online retailer posted nearly 100 jobs in January, many in software engineering and development.
Computer-Related Jobs are "Top Jobs" for 2009
According to Fast Company, computer-related jobs were listed as a "Top Job for 2009." The business magazine notes that software engineering, network systems, and data communications analysis are high-paying areas that are in demand. Computer software engineers earned a median income of $79,000 a year in 2006.
Despite Recession, Tech Companies are Starting Up and Hiring
Not only are some companies hiring for technology positions, but some technology companies are starting up, even in this economy. Seattle startups such as PetraVM and Blist believe it is the perfect time to take advantage of their ability to scoop up high-caliber employees, a move they believe will put them in the best position when the economy turns around.
The Government’s Investment in Technology
While the recession is taking jobs away, it has also brought about funding for technology. The economic stimulus package, which is focused on creating jobs through infrastructure work, it is also focused on the country’s digital infrastructure.
The stimulus act includes $6 billion to improve broadband Internet access in the U.S. In addition, $11 billion in funds will go to modernizing the nation’s power grid. This is expected to create or retain 64,509 direct and indirect information technology jobs for a year, according to the Information Technology & Innovation Foundation.
Health care information technology will be another area boosted by the stimulus package. $20 billion is being directed at health information technology as well as building the infrastructure for the electronic exchange of health records. As many as 86,820 jobs are expected to be created or retained for one year through this investment. The jobs are in high-paying industries such as computer hardware manufacturing, software, and IT services.
Where Will a Career in Technology Bring You?
There is no doubt, searching for a job or changing your job during a recession won't be easy, but opportunities do exist. Work on your resume, fine-tune your interviewing skills, and explore the many technology career opportunities that await you!
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