# Futuristic IT Career Charts The 'Where the Tech Jobs Are' Infographic Smartly Examines Potential By Jennifer Gosnell | Published 2013-06-07 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/where-the-tech-jobs-are References: [pinfographics.org](http://www.pinfographics.org/ig/where-the-tech-jobs-are-monroe-college/) & [visual.ly](http://visual.ly/where-tech-jobs-are-monroe-college) The 'Where the Tech Jobs Are' infographic examines the future of [IT careers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/worksaga) in current and emerging industries. If you're looking for your next career or education move, whether you're a student or looking to change sectors, the IT field might be something worth your consideration. As the field is certainly looking, with 2 in 3 [hiring managers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hackajob-ondemand) saying that "their companies are likely to hire more technology professionals this year," according to the infographic, the field is flush with opportunity. Healthcare, education, computers, media, retail, banking, defence, real estate and entertainment are among the many industries that are attempting to branch out via technology. The [mobile application development market](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/look-ahead) is particularly growing, with over 32% growth in the last year alone and an average salary of $94,000 a year. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Mobile Application Development:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the growing market for mobile application development, which has seen over 32% growth in the last year and offers a lucrative average salary. - **Technology Integration in Healthcare:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Identify ways to integrate technology in the healthcare industry, as it is among the industries attempting to branch out via technology. - **Digital Transformation in Education:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Capitalize on the digital transformation in education by developing innovative tech solutions that enhance learning experiences. ### Where This Applies - **Healthcare:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore opportunities for technology integration in the healthcare industry, which is actively seeking to branch out via technology. - **Education:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Capitalize on the digital transformation in education by developing innovative tech solutions that enhance learning experiences. - **Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Identify ways to integrate technology into the retail industry to improve customer experiences and streamline operations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tech Job Aggregator Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/career-hound.md) - [Career Decision Dashboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perspectives.md) - [Career Reinvention Guides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/life-after-tech.md) - [Women-Focused Tech Hiring Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hiring-drive-2025.md) - [Skill-Focused Career Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/career-moves.md) - [Remote AI Jobs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remotecareerai.md) - [AI-Powered Career Exploration Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/career-dreamer.md) - [AI Job Matching](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/next-jobs.md) - [AI Resume Analyzers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/career-check.md)