A career in tech. What does that really mean?
It means a lifetime of opportunities in any sector you choose... solving problems, changing people’s lives, tackling planetary challenges! There’s never a dull moment when you work with technology. No one day is the same. There’s always something new to learn and career options to suit everyone. And the pay is great too.
IT career top tips
Experts from industry and education share their top tips for making a break in tech.
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A day in the life
We get closer to the action by talking to young professionals working in a range of digital roles.
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Unpack the tech jargon
Do you know your EUD from your IoT? How about your big data from your back end? We can help.
Unpack the tech jargon
IT career events
Search the ‘careers/skills’ topic in our events calendar and start schmoozing with the IT crowd.
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Tech career quiz
We’ll match your answers with people working in tech (yes, they took the quiz too!) to see which jobs might suit you.
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Digital career resources
Access career resources and smart guidance in one handy location.
Discover resourcesA career in tech. What are my options?
Whether you’re studying or already in a job, if you’re planning to get into tech then we’ve got you covered. Get the lowdown on the fastest routes into the industry, unpack the tech jargon and explore the qualifications and professional development support you need to make your big break into an IT career.
IT career top tips
Experts from industry and education share their top tips for making a break in tech.
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A day in the life
Who better to tell you what it’s all about than the professionals out there already loving life in tech.
What they say
Unpack the tech jargon
Unpack the workplace jargon now and you’ll avoid ever having to blank stare your colleagues.
Unpack the tech jargon
Digital apprenticeships
Get on-the-job training right up to degree level... and get paid while you do it!
Apprenticeships
Get my first job!
Find your dream work placement on the job board designed exclusively for career starters like you.
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Tech career quiz
We’ll match your answers with people working in tech (yes, they took the quiz too!) to see which jobs might suit you.
Take the quizHow do I inspire the next gen to get into tech?
If you’re a teacher, parent or carer, join us on our mission to support rewarding career journeys into tech. We can provide you with a wealth of practical guidance, learning resources, networks and advice for inspiring the next generation to explore IT careers and discover their amazing digital potential.
Digital career resources
Access career resources and smart guidance in one handy location.
Digital resources
A day in the life
Our webinar series features young IT professionals talking about their work and career choices.
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Unpack the tech jargon
Give your kids our jargon busting guide and help to smooth their journey into the IT workplace.
Unpack the tech jargon
Digital apprenticeships
Explore the options and opportunities for earning and learning as a digital apprentice.
Apprenticeships
Tech career quiz
We’ll match your answers with people working in tech (yes, they took the quiz too!) to see which jobs might suit you.
Tech Job Quiz
IT career events
Search the ‘careers/skills’ topic in our events calendar and link up with IT employers.
Events calendarCareer inspiration videos
Hear what it’s really like to be a cyber security officer, or a digital marketer, or an AR games developer, or an IT apprentice in a Formula 1 team, or... sorry, there are too many cool career videos to mention them all here!
Tech jargon explained
Get familiar with the tech terms your colleagues and clients will be dropping into the conversation when you start your career in IT — and discover why you really should believe in unicorns.
Get closer to the industry
Connect with the professional body for IT (that’s us) and we’ll send you our free e-newsletter every month, packed with helpful info and tips for making your big break into tech.
