How to become a network engineer
Network engineers, also known as network administrators, design, install and maintain computer communication systems. These systems allow employees and organisations to communicate with each other, share files and resources and provide services. As a network engineer, your key responsibilities would be to make sure that the network has the capacity
How to become a media researcher
As a researcher, you would support producers by finding the information, people and places needed for television or radio programmes. You might be responsible for anything from researching factual information for documentaries, to finding studio audiences and guests for entertainment shows. In some jobs you might also develop and research ideas for new programmes. Your tasks
How to become a measurement and control technician
Measurement and control technicians work with instruments that monitor production processes and equipment, in industries such as manufacturing, and engineering. For example, they might use control panels which check that a production line is running smoothly, or equipment that makes sure medical instruments are working correctly. As a technician, your
How to become a library assistant
Library assistants work as part of a team, supporting the day-to-day running of libraries. The job title library assistant usually applies to assistants in public libraries. In other areas, such as industry or education, they may be called information assistants. As a library assistant, you would work with a variety
How to become a librarian
Librarians are responsible for the day-to-day running of library services. They work in public libraries, where people can borrow books, music and multimedia, or in libraries in organisations such as universities, colleges, schools and hospitals. As a librarian, your duties would vary depending on the size and function of the
How to become an IT trainer
IT trainers design and teach computer courses for clients from different backgrounds and with different levels of ability. They work for colleges, IT training companies and in the training departments of larger organisations. As an IT trainer, you could teach courses ranging from common programs like word-processing and spreadsheets (known
How to become an operational researcher
Operational researchers (also known as management scientists) use advanced mathematical and business theory to help companies and government departments solve business problems and make better decisions. As an operational researcher, you might be brought in to improve an organisation’s efficiency, or to provide information for senior managers to use when
How to become a office equipment service technician
Office equipment service technicians (also known as field support technicians) are responsible for installing, maintaining and repairing printers, scanners, photocopiers and fax machines. They may also deal with computer equipment. As a service technician, your main duties would include: installing new or refurbished equipment carrying out scheduled maintenance checks diagnosing
How to become a network manager
Network managers are responsible for designing, implementing and administering computer network systems within an organisation or between organisations. They could manage a company’s in-house network support team, or work in IT consultancy, dealing with a number of different clients. As a network manager, your key responsibilities would be to make
How to become a technical architect or IT systems architect
Technical architects (also called IT systems architects) act as the link between a company’s managers and the designers and developers who build their IT systems. As a technical architect, you could work on projects ranging from planning the structure of a patient records database for the NHS, to the redesign of