ENERGY & TECHNOLOGY

Do you enjoy using technology? Do you want to avoid living in your parent’s basement and playing video games for the rest of your life? Don’t assume that working on computers is the only job in information technology. IT also includes programming, data security, computer support technicians, web designers, and more.

  • CORE SKILLS
  • MORE SKILLS
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  • Programming
  • Technology design
  • Troubleshooting
  • Complex problem solving
  • Ability to write code and understanding of the process of code writing
  • Communication - written and oral
  • Team building
  • Collaboration
  • Active listening
  • Leadership
  • Teamwork
  • Knowledge of networking
  • Time management
  • Scheduling, goal oriented, multitasking, meeting deadlines
  • Analytical skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Logical thinking
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JOCO WORKS WORLD LEADER
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY WORLD PARTNERS: EXHIBITORS
Duke Energy
Industry
Occupation
Annual
Entry Wage
Annual
Experienced Wage
Education
Required
Computer and Information Systems Managers
91,070
163,320
Bachelor's Degree
Software Developers, Systems Software
75,010
121,140
Bachelor's Degree
Information Security Analysts
69,310
121,980
Bachelor's Degree
Software Developer, Applications
68,380
120,730
Bachelor's Degree
Computer Network Architects
68,020
128,040
Bachelor's Degree
Computer Systems Analysts
61,970
109,230
Bachelor's Degree
Computer Programmers
60,200
111,750
Bachelor's Degree
Database Administrators
57,740
109,340
Bachelor's Degree
Network and Computer Systems Administrators
54,970
99,820
Bachelor's Degree
Technical Sales Representatives
45,070
122,250
Bachelor's Degree
Web Developers
44,900
87,970
Associate's Degree
Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists
39,570
86,550
Bachelor's Degree
Computer Network Support Specialists
39,190
78,150
Associate's Degree
Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers
34,860
63,020
Post-Secondary Non-Degree Award
Computer User Support Specialists
33,130
62,190
Some college, no degree
Customer Services Representatives
21,610
39,470
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Sources: NC Department of Commerce Labor & Economic Analysis and EMSI