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What does a career in technology look like?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

ANS, Arup, BAE Systems, Cloud Co Solutions, GCHQ, ITV, Microsoft, NatWest, PwC, Siemens, TalkTalk & The University of Salford have all come together to showcase how truly amazing a career in Technology can be. Hear from some of their young technologists about what they do, how they got there and their advice for other young people.<\/p>\n

The North West Tech Talent consortium are a group of top tech companies who are passionate about technology careers in the North West.<\/p>\n

They believe that technology careers aren\u2019t just for those studying Computer Science or IT \u2013 it\u2019s much wider than that. Students studying the Arts, Languages and Humanities can have the skills and passion for tech, like many of the technologists featured on this page.<\/p>\n

The NWTT consortium want to show you that a career in technology isn\u2019t just about coding. It\u2019s about design, training, communications, making things accessible, research, and part of our every day.<\/p>\n

Be wowed and inspired by the reality of what a career in tech really looks like in these videos.<\/p>\n

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Tech Careers at ANS<\/h2>\n

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Lucy, Group Leader of Shared Services at ANS, didn\u2019t think she\u2019d be technical enough to do the job she does now. She reminds us to push out of your comfort zone, tell yourself you can do it and that you\u2019re capable and deserving of a fulfilling career. Hear more about Lucy\u2019s journey\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n

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Tech Careers at Arup<\/h2>\n

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Abdul-Subhan, an Apprentice Software Developer at Arup, says doing his Apprenticeship almost feels like taking a shortcut into the world of work. He\u2019s managed to learn so much in a short amount of time! Hear more about Abdul-Subhan\u2019s journey\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n

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Tech Careers at BAE Systems<\/h2>\n

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Tan, a Software Engineer at BAE Systems, reminds us that there are so many routes into Technology at any time. She encourages us to be brave and reach out to people on LinkedIn if you find what they do for a job interesting or exciting. Hear more about Tan\u2019s journey\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n

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Insight From CloudCo Solutions<\/h2>\n

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Danielle, CEO of Cloud Co Solutions, says that there\u2019s something for everyone in a technology career. She\u2019s extremely passionate about bringing opportunities to all through North West Tech initiatives with the rest of the group. Hear more from Danielle\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n

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Tech Careers at GCHQ<\/h2>\n

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A Tech Apprentice at GCHQ reminds us to never doubt yourself when applying for roles in technology. Have confidence in yourself, explore different things and find something you both enjoy and are good at. Hear more from their journey in the video below\u2026<\/p>\n

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Tech Careers at ITV<\/h2>\n

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Ahmed, a Software Engineer at ITV, didn\u2019t expect to go into a Technology career because he didn\u2019t really know how to when he was younger. He reminds us to keep an open mind when solving problems and in achieving goals. Hear more about Ahmed\u2019s journey\u2026<\/p>\n

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Tech Careers at Microsoft<\/h2>\n

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Aastha, a Cloud Solution Architect Intern at Microsoft, reminds us to never be afraid to ask for help. Learning all that a company like Microsoft does on an internship can be tough, but someone is always there to help. No question is a silly question! Hear more about Aastha\u2019s journey\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n

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Tech Careers at NatWest<\/h2>\n

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Alex, a Software Engineer at NatWest, inspires us to take every opportunity, as you never know if it will come again and it helps us to overcome our fears. There are so many opportunities in Technology to take! Hear more about Alex\u2019s journey in the video below\u2026<\/p>\n

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Tech Careers at PwC<\/h2>\n

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Elijah, a Tech Degree Apprentice at PwC, reminds us that Technology is more than just coding or sitting behind a computer. It goes way beyond that and is a hugely varied and exciting career path. Hear more about Elijah\u2019s journey by watching the video below\u2026<\/p>\n

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Tech Careers at Siemens<\/h2>\n

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Mariah, an Intern at Siemens, tells us to do the things we\u2019re scared of as that\u2019s what helps us grow and find opportunities we didn\u2019t expect. Technology plays a big part in her role in Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Communications, something you may not expect! Hear more about Mariah\u2019s journey\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n

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Tech Careers at TalkTalk<\/h2>\n

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Maisie, who works in Tech & Security Talent at TalkTalk, didn\u2019t have the easiest journey into her tech career but she\u2019s so proud of what she\u2019s achieved ever since. She reminds us to keep going, to never give up and that you\u2019ll only know what you’re capable of when you try. Hear more about Maisie\u2019s journey\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n

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Tech Courses at Uni of Salford<\/h2>\n

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Clare, studying Digital Business, inspires us to break barriers in technology. Break barriers of what can be achieved for the world with technology, and break barriers of what you expected of yourself! Hear more about Clare\u2019s journey by watching this video\u2026<\/p>\n

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