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Job outlook for internet specialists in the United States
Are internet specialist jobs in demand?
Internet specialist job and salary trends over time
Internet specialist jobs over time
Internet specialist job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 710 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 947 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 662 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 320 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 311 | 0.00% |
Average internet specialist salary over time
Internet specialist salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $51,578 | $24.80 | +3.4% |
| 2025 | $49,878 | $23.98 | +2.3% |
| 2024 | $48,749 | $23.44 | +1.5% |
| 2023 | $48,013 | $23.08 | +1.7% |
| 2022 | $47,228 | $22.71 | +1.6% |
Internet specialist jobs by state
Most common states for internet specialists
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 420 | 61% |
| 2 | Vermont | 623,657 | 148 | 24% |
| 3 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 169 | 22% |
| 4 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 367 | 19% |
| 5 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 1,516 | 18% |
| 6 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 543 | 18% |
| 7 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 186 | 18% |
| 8 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 102 | 18% |
| 9 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 178 | 17% |
| 10 | Delaware | 961,939 | 160 | 17% |
| 11 | Alaska | 739,795 | 125 | 17% |
| 12 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 1,110 | 16% |
| 13 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 968 | 16% |
| 14 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 143 | 16% |
| 15 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 471 | 15% |
| 16 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 208 | 15% |
| 17 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 207 | 15% |
| 18 | Hawaii | 1,427,538 | 199 | 14% |
| 19 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 739 | 13% |
| 20 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 559 | 13% |
Most common cities for internet specialists
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Phoenix | 1 | 0% | $46,231 |
Internet Specialist job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of internet specialist experts
Grand Valley State University
Tiffin University
California Baptist University
California Lutheran University
Iowa State University
Temple University
What technical skills for an Internet Specialist stand out to employers?
Chirag Parikh Ph.D.: If you ask me, I consider valuable experience over good paycheck. Once you have gained that experience the paycheck will follow. As soon as you are out of college, the knowledge gained is very fresh and raring to go. If put into the right place can enhance your technical skills and you can do wonders.
As a Computer Engineering professor, I would say the job opportunities are tremendous for students out of college as they can venture into hardware field (technical support, hardware engineer, test engineer and much more) as well as software field (software engineer, software developer, software tester and much more). The possibilities are endless.
With COVID and employees working remotely there is still ample opportunity to enhance your technical and interpersonal skills as I believe remote working might stay for a while till things get back to normal.
What type of skills will young Internet Specialists need?
George Miller: Many organizations realize graduates cannot learn everything in college about their major but want the graduate to have a solid foundation on their field of study. The organization wants to mold the graduate to their company environment with how they do things related to the field of study. Most companies want college graduates to have good communication skills (both oral and written), critical thinking skills and be able to work well in teams. These skills have been a staple for graduates since I can remember. This is why a college graduate takes many general education courses related to these skills and many of their major courses emphasize these skills.
Going back to the previous answer I believe graduates in all fields of study will need a better knowledge of technology and easier adaptability to changing technology. Again, an IS degree is already preparing students for this.
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Internet Specialists?
MaryAnn Pearson: Society is changing overall, and these changes will impact graduates. We may see more online or hybrid work opportunities. The job market for students trained in journalism and communication is very good.
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Internet Specialists?
Dr. Gerhard Apfelthaler Ph.D.: The pandemic has slowed down hiring for recent graduates in some areas, but not in all. For those recent graduates who have not found employment during the most recent months, it'll be essential to show companies how they have made the best use of that time. For instance, additional courses that they have taken, non-profit volunteering, events they have attended, such as start-up weekends, or having started innovative projects of their own.
Geoffrey Sauer Ph.D.
Associate Professor; Director, ISU English Undergraduate Studies; Director, ISU Studio for New MediaIowa State University
Department of English
Will there be an increase or decrease in demand for Internet Specialists in the next 5 years?
Geoffrey Sauer Ph.D.: In the short term, this will depend enormously upon how the economy recovers from 2020. But if the US can forestall a deep recession, the job market will be quite good for graduates in the longer term. Baby Boomers are retiring, and my students are extremely hard workers-they tend to prove themselves quickly once hired. There will be a strong need for people with the skills being taught this year in technical communication. (See the BLM for data, if that's helpful.)
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Internet Specialists to find work opportunities?
David T. Z. Mindich Ph.D.: There are two kinds of advice for young journalists. Some suggest that graduates go to small markets and make a name for themselves. Others say that larger communities, like cities, offer more high profile work. Both strategies can be successful as long as the journalist works hard and strives for excellence.