1. EVALUATING AND SELECTING JOB SEARCH STRATEGIES Emerging Trends in the Technology Job Market

2. FASTEST GROWING JOBS ► The proliferation of new computing options such as tablets and smart phones has changed the landscape of job searches ► According to AOL Jobs,* new technology jobs include ► Social media managers ► Data analysts ► Mobile application developers ► “Cloud” computing designers ► Search engine specialists * http://jobs.aol.com/articles/2012/06/01/cool-tech-jobs- 5-new-fast-growing-careers-that-pay-well

3. OTHER TOP COMPUTER JOBS ► Network and computer systems administrators ► Network systems and data communication analysts ► Desktop publishers ► Database administrators ► Computer systems analysts

4. HOW TO FIND A COMPUTER JOB ► Complete your degree ► Target a computer job or field you want ► Organize your search ► Use proper research techniques for your search

5. COMPLETE YOUR DEGREE ► Choose a college or university that offers the degree you need ► Evaluate the financial and time commitment required ► Research scholarship and financial aid opportunities ► Follow through with your studies and complete your degree!

6. ORGANIZE YOUR SEARCH ► Use a spreadsheet to track the research and job Web sites you visit, as well as the jobs you apply for ► Set up folders for your resumes and cover letters ► Set up Internet bookmarks for company and job Web sites

7. TARGET A COMPUTER JOB OR FIELD YOU WANT ► Decide what type of job interests you and fits your talents ► Consult the job statistics to find which jobs pay the most and are in highest demand ► Decide what town, city, and part of the country you want to live in ► Research the career path for a particular field from entry level through higher jobs