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High Tech in New Jersey

New Jersey is home to more high tech firms than Silicon Valley. For the job seeker, that translates into employment opportunities in the fields of Telecommunications, Information Systems, Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, Software, Research & Development, and the Internet. The goal of this programming is to empower and encourage the viewer to gain the valuable PC skills to embark on a career in the IT/high tech workplace. The modules below provide practical information on career opportunities in New Jersey’s high tech landscape.

  • Achieving Success in a Technological World

    From Office Work to Medical Research, Sales to Satellites - this segment provides an introduction to how the world does business through technology, and computers in particular. For those who are unfamiliar with computer-based technology, the goal is to help eliminate the intimidation of entering a career in technology. This segment emphasizes that you do not have to be a computer wizard to learn how to use a PC. For those with solid, basic skills in PC and Internet use, there are many opportunities, in a wide variety of fields, for good paying and rewarding jobs.
    Individuals featured in the segment are Elvy Viera (Essex County College), Santos LaSalle (Information Systems), Corey Cooke (Rutgers Law Library), Rasheeda Anderson (Rutgers Law School), and Dale Caldwell (Newark Alliance).

  • Achieving Success in a Technological World - Open Captioned

    From Office Work to Medical Research, Sales to Satellites - this segment provides an introduction to how the world does business through technology, and computers in particular. For those who are unfamiliar with computer-based technology, the goal is to help eliminate the intimidation of entering a career in technology. This segment emphasizes that you do not have to be a computer wizard to learn how to use a PC. For those with solid, basic skills in PC and Internet use, there are many opportunities, in a wide variety of fields, for good paying and rewarding jobs.
    Individuals featured in the segment are Elvy Viera (Essex County College), Santos LaSalle (Information Systems), Corey Cooke (Rutgers Law Library), Rasheeda Anderson (Rutgers Law School), and Dale Caldwell (Newark Alliance).

  • Working with Computers and the Internet

    This segment discusses the importance of solid computer literacy skills in today's job market. Employees, employers and career counselors describe how the PC has eliminated or greatly simplified much of the manual, repetitive labor that was common just a few years ago, and how the Internet has revolutionized the way individuals to communicate, learn and work.
    Featured in this segment are Dionne Lewis (University Health Plan), Marlene Willoughby (NJ Retail Merchants Association), Sarah Conrad (Retail Skills Center), Monica Kilgore (Retail Skills Center), and Elvy Viera (Essex County College).

  • Working with Computers and the Internet - Open Captioned

    This segment discusses the importance of solid computer literacy skills in today's job market. Employees, employers and career counselors describe how the PC has eliminated or greatly simplified much of the manual, repetitive labor that was common just a few years ago, and how the Internet has revolutionized the way individuals to communicate, learn and work.
    Featured in this segment are Dionne Lewis (University Health Plan), Marlene Willoughby (NJ Retail Merchants Association), Sarah Conrad (Retail Skills Center), Monica Kilgore (Retail Skills Center), and Elvy Viera (Essex County College).

  • Where the Jobs Are

    This segment explains the world of technology as twofold: 1) Companies that do business through technology, and 2) Companies whose business is technology. The first category requires a working knowledge of business software and applications using the computer and Internet to perform daily work tasks like word processing, business math and computation, and communicating through email. The second category of jobs requires more sophisticated levels of technical skills for both entry-level employment and career advancement.
    Vincent Lamb (Essex County College), Sarah Conrad (Retail Skills Center), and Monica Kilgore (Retail Skills Center) are featured.

  • Where the Jobs Are - Open Captioned

    This segment explains the world of technology as twofold: 1) Companies that do business through technology, and 2) Companies whose business is technology. The first category requires a working knowledge of business software and applications using the computer and Internet to perform daily work tasks like word processing, business math and computation, and communicating through email. The second category of jobs requires more sophisticated levels of technical skills for both entry-level employment and career advancement.
    Vincent Lamb (Essex County College), Sarah Conrad (Retail Skills Center), and Monica Kilgore (Retail Skills Center) are featured.

  • Apply the Skills You Have. Develop the Skills You Need

    In today's market, a job seeker has a wide variety of careers to choose from. And while each career path has its unique characteristics, it's a fact that most good jobs require effective use of PCs and the Internet. This video stresses the importance of considering how technology is used and the level of skill a particular job requires in the context of evaluating workplace opportunities and interests.
    Featured in this episode are Kimberly Koid (Siemens Corp.), Donna Morello (EKC), Sarah Conrad (Retail Skills Center), and Monica Kilgore (Retail Skills Center).

  • Apply the Skills You Have. Develop the Skills You Need - Open Captioned

    In today's market, a job seeker has a wide variety of careers to choose from. And while each career path has its unique characteristics, it's a fact that most good jobs require effective use of PCs and the Internet. This video stresses the importance of considering how technology is used and the level of skill a particular job requires in the context of evaluating workplace opportunities and interests.
    Featured in this episode are Kimberly Koid (Siemens Corp.), Donna Morello (EKC), Sarah Conrad (Retail Skills Center), and Monica Kilgore (Retail Skills Center).

  • Careers in the Corporate/Office Environment

    In this segment, you will hear from successful employees and others discussing the kinds of jobs and opportunities available in this field. Whatever the nature of the business, most companies need an efficient, modern office and motivated employees with computer skills - using a PC and basic office software, working with electronic information, and using the Internet to communicate and find important information.
    Donna Morello (EKC) and Dionne Lewis (University Health Plan) are featured.

  • Careers in the Corporate/Office Environment - Open Captioned

    In this segment, you will hear from successful employees and others discussing the kinds of jobs and opportunities available in this field. Whatever the nature of the business, most companies need an efficient, modern office and motivated employees with computer skills - using a PC and basic office software, working with electronic information, and using the Internet to communicate and find important information.
    Donna Morello (EKC) and Dionne Lewis (University Health Plan) are featured.

  • Careers in Information Technology

    Advances in science and technology have created whole new industries and new professions. As people make greater use of computers, the Internet and telecommunications, there is an increasing need for technically skilled individuals to develop, maintain and repair equipment and systems. This segment provides an overview of skill requirements and career opportunities in Information Technologies, as well as insights from successful employees and others.
    Featured in this segment are Kimberly Koid (Siemens Corp.), Joe Gilmore (Siemens Corp.), Joe Ratajczak (NJBIA), and Vincent Lamb (Essex County College).

  • Careers in Information Technology - Open Captioned

    Advances in science and technology have created whole new industries and new professions. As people make greater use of computers, the Internet and telecommunications, there is an increasing need for technically skilled individuals to develop, maintain and repair equipment and systems. This segment provides an overview of skill requirements and career opportunities in Information Technologies, as well as insights from successful employees and others.
    Featured in this segment are Kimberly Koid (Siemens Corp.), Joe Gilmore (Siemens Corp.), Joe Ratajczak (NJBIA), and Vincent Lamb (Essex County College).

  • Careers in Computers & Computer Networks

    Because computers and computer networks play such an important role in the global economy, companies of every kind depend on technically skilled employees to develop, maintain, and repair computers and networks. The need will only grow in the future. This video discusses skill requirements and career opportunities in this exciting field and provides insights from successful employees and others.
    In this segment, you will hear from Kimberly Koid (Siemens Corp.), Joe Gilmore (Siemens Corp.), and Vincent Lamb (Essex County College).

  • Careers in Computers & Computer Networks - Open Captioned

    Because computers and computer networks play such an important role in the global economy, companies of every kind depend on technically skilled employees to develop, maintain, and repair computers and networks. The need will only grow in the future. This video discusses skill requirements and career opportunities in this exciting field and provides insights from successful employees and others.
    In this segment, you will hear from Kimberly Koid (Siemens Corp.), Joe Gilmore (Siemens Corp.), and Vincent Lamb (Essex County College).

  • Careers in Healthcare

    This segment discusses how basic computer skills can open doors to exciting and rewarding careers in medical care and health care related areas such as the pharmaceutical industry. In this program, you will learn about skill requirements, job descriptions and career opportunities in the medical and healthcare fields. There is also commentary from employees and "success stories", employers and managers, as well as trainers and career counselors.
    Kathryn Tarantino (Rahway Hospital) and Belinda Cooper (NJ Hospital Association) are featured.

  • Careers in Healthcare - Open Captioned

    This segment discusses how basic computer skills can open doors to exciting and rewarding careers in medical care and health care related areas such as the pharmaceutical industry. In this program, you will learn about skill requirements, job descriptions and career opportunities in the medical and health care fields. There is also commentary from employees and "success stories", employers and managers, as well as trainers and career counselors.
    Kathryn Tarantino (Rahway Hospital) and Belinda Cooper (NJ Hospital Association) are featured.

  • Careers in Manufacturing

    Highlighting New Jersey's role in the global economy, this segment explains the importance of computer literacy in manufacturing. Whether manufacturing products or shipping them around the globe, computer literacy is an essential skill for any employee. As factories and plants become more automated, computer skills become more important to having a rewarding and promising career in this field. In this segment, you will hear from Michael Hand (L'Oreal) and Christopher Biddle (NJBIA).

  • Careers in Manufacturing - Open Captioned

    Highlighting New Jersey's role in the global economy, this segment explains the importance of computer literacy in manufacturing. Whether manufacturing products or shipping them around the globe, computer literacy is an essential skill for any employee. As factories and plants become more automated, computer skills become more important to having a rewarding and promising career in this field. In this segment, you will hear from Michael Hand (L'Oreal) and Christopher Biddle (NJBIA).

  • Eyes on the Prize

    Turning a job into a career, and a career into a better life, is an ongoing process. This segment stresses the importance of "soft skills" in the workplace and advancing one's career - punctuality, commitment, interpersonal communications, and grooming. Additionally, the program encourages you to stay motivated, continue your education, and to find out about career advancement, not only in your company, but also throughout your entire industry.
    Individuals featured in this segment are Elvy Viera (Essex County College), Santos LaSalle (Information Systems), Corey Cooke (Rutgers Law Library), and Rasheeda Andersen (Rutgers Law School).

  • Eyes on the Prize - Open Captioned

    Turning a job into a career, and a career into a better life, is an ongoing process. This segment stresses the importance of "soft skills" in the workplace and advancing one's career - punctuality, commitment, interpersonal communications, and grooming. Additionally, the program encourages you to stay motivated, continue your education, and to find out about career advancement, not only in your company, but also throughout your entire industry.
    Individuals featured in this segment are Elvy Viera (Essex County College), Santos LaSalle (Information Systems), Corey Cooke (Rutgers Law Library), and Rasheeda Andersen (Rutgers Law School).

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