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What's It Like to Work in Technology Careers?

Technology professionals strive to improve our lives with new discoveries. Ranging across many career categories, people in this field inspect, repair and operate computers and other equipment in many different situations.

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Talents & Interests

People who excel in this field often have these characteristics or interests: 

  • love to take things apart and put them back together
  • are naturals with computers and other electronics
  • happily draw or paint for hours

Discover More About This Industry

  • Robotics and Automation Engineer

  • Distribution Support Specialist

  • Electrical Process Engineer

Explore More

Discover more about the field of technology! 

  • Kansas Children’s Discovery Center: Visitors can learn about science, building, art and more through the interactive indoor and outdoor displays at this fun museum.
  • 10 Educational "Behind the Scenes" Disney Documentaries You Should Watch (That Are Available on Disney+!): Get an idea of what goes into animating a major motion picture, from the ones who do it best. 
  • Science City at Union Station in Kansas City: Come for the whole museum, but particularly the Engineerium, “a hands-on experience that encourages visitors to consider careers in science, technology, engineering and math-related fields.”
  • The Regnier Family Wonderscope Children’s Museum of Kansas City: A place to experience science, technology, engineering, art and math through hands-on exhibits. 
  • Best Animation Software Programs for Kids: Several software programs out there can help users learn to animate — here are some good ones.
  • Exploration Place in Wichita: Among the many interesting exhibits at this museum is Sun, Earth, Universe, which introduces visitors to the technology being used at NASA. 

Real Success Stories

  • Joe Vyzourek

    Owner, KYVZ Radio

  • Fredrick Kamau

    Quality Tester

  • Sophie Justus

    Mechanical Engineer

  • Michael Freeland

    Graphic Designer

Featured Jobs in Technology

Oil field technician

Operate equipment to help increase the oil flow from wells. Remove obstructions such as stuck pipes, casing or tools, to fix the flow of oil and increase productivity. 

Biotechnologist

Aid in biotechnology labs by testing, inspecting and analyzing results. Operate lab equipment and fix when broken.

Multimedia artist and animator

Create images that appear to move, as well as visual effects for various forms of media and entertainment.

Graphic designer High Demand!

Create visual concepts, using computer software or by hand, to communicate ideas that inspire, inform and engage consumers.

Drafter High Demand!

Use software to convert the designs of engineers and architects into technical drawings.

Digital marketer

Design, plan and execute campaigns to promote a company’s brand, products and services. Analyze metrics and identify trends. 

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