ENERGY & TECHNOLOGY

Related JCPS Career Clusters: Science, Technology Engineering & Math; Audio/Video Technology & Communications; Information Technology
Everyone uses energy and technology! Do you know how technology is changing the world of energy today? Don’t assume that careers in energy are limited or that working on computers is the only job in the world of information technology. The energy & Technology industry offers several exciting career paths you can explore below!
  • CORE SKILLS
  • MORE SKILLS
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  • Complex problem solving and critical thinking
  • Safety-focused
  • STEM knowledge (i.e. engineering, programming, technology design, ability to write code and understanding of the process of code writing)
  • Project Management
  • Troubleshooting
  • Dependability
  • Agility
  • Scheduling, goal-oriented, multitasking, meeting deadlines
  • Communication - written and oral
  • Team building
  • Collaboration
  • Active Listening
  • Leadership
  • Teamwork 
  • Time Management
  • Analytical Skills
  • Attention to details
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Smithfield-Selma International Baccalaureate Career Programme
Industry
Occupation
Annual
Entry Wage
Annual
Experienced Wage
Education
Required
Software Developers
80,730
160,200
Bachelor's degree
​Data Scientists
66,550
156,530
Bachelor's degree
​Information Security Analysts
77,910
150,060
Bachelor's degree
​Database Architects
62,020
144,200
Bachelor's degree
​Database Administrators
63,140
136,140
Bachelor's degree
​Computer Network Architects
82,120
135,910
Bachelor's degree
​Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers
62,880
134,530
Bachelor's degree
​Computer Systems Analysts
67,440
132,100
Bachelor's degree
​Computer Programmers
65,510
131,810
Bachelor's degree
​Network and Computer Systems Administrators
61,620
126,470
Bachelor's degree
​Web and Digital Interface Designers
56,330
113,890
Bachelor's degree
​Web Developers
51,710
108,570
Bachelor's degree
​Power Plant Operators
51,850
103,780
High school diploma or equivalent
​Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay
48,490
103,730
Postsecondary nondegree award
​Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers
50,340
95,780
High school diploma or equivalent
​Computer Network Support Specialists
49,570
88,960
Associate's degree
​Computer User Support Specialists
40,030
81,160
Some college, no degree
​Wind Turbine Service Technicians
66,510
75,740
Postsecondary nondegree award
​Solar Photovoltaic Installers
32,500
49,590
High school diploma or equivalent
Sources: NC Department of Commerce Labor & Economic Analysis and EMSI