NATIONAL TECHIES DAY
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NATIONAL TECHIES DAY
Get ready to innovate! National Techies Day on October 3 is a call to action for the next generation of creators and problem-solvers. It’s a day to explore the thrilling, fast-paced world of technology and discover how your passion can power the future. From coding and AI to cybersecurity and robotics, a universe of incredible career opportunities is waiting for you to plug in!
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As we rocket toward 2030, the demand for tech talent will only intensify. While other job sectors may transform, one thing is certain: technology is the foundation of our future. A career in tech doesn't just impact your future; it supercharges the world around you. Every single high-tech job causes a chain reaction that creates more jobs in the community. It’s an economic engine driven by bright minds and big ideas.
Tech isn't just one industry. It's woven into the fabric of every industry. Students who dive in now will be the skilled, tech-savvy pioneers we need to navigate and guide the world as technology progresses. Today, we see several sectors already embracing technology to help in their field.
4 Fields Embracing Technology
Pioneering life-saving technologies in the healthcare industry give surgeons new levels of precision to help doctors diagnose illnesses faster than ever before.
Manufactures are designing the self-driving cars of tomorrow and using robotics to build smarter, more sustainable products.
Cybersecurity is our digital guardian online. These experts protect our data and build the digital shields that keep us all safe.
Software developers build the next viral app, design video games, or find global solutions for environmental challenges through code.
5 WAYS TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL TECHIES DAY
National Techies Day offers numerous ways to celebrate. Beyond thanking all the techies you know, consider these ways to join in the celebration:
Host a job fair at a high school.
Share your experiences with technology. Inspire a student to learn more.
Encourage an interest in technology where a spark exists.
Learn more about new innovative technologies changing the world.
Use #NationalTechiesDay to post on social media.
NATIONAL TECHIES DAY HISTORY
With a growing need for employees with advanced technical skills in America, Techies.com and CNT Networks launched National Techies Day. In 1999, nearly 60% of new jobs were expected to require advanced technical skills that Americans didn't have. The tech companies and the day encourage kids to embrace computer science and even the monikers sometimes attached to contemporary technology.