5 ways an IT career in the energy industry will surprise you - Debut

5 ways an IT career in the energy industry will surprise you - Debut This article was written in collaboration with E.ON. Explore exclusive graduate and undergraduate opportunities at E.ON by downloading the Debut app.   Here at Debut, our mission is to get you, brave, ambitious young person, into the role of your dreams. Often, this means taking a misunderstood career path and revealing hidden treasures. Now, we all know that the energy industry is  booming.  Renewable energy is a continuing source of fascination. With climate change the way it is*, now, more than ever, we need the best minds in the game to (very literally) save the world. *Climate change is a thing.  Dont let any politicians tell you otherwise. 1. Tech is needed in every single department Despite what people think, an IT career isnt just tech support. Think about it tech is needed everywhere. From finding a better way to secure employee feedback in human resources, tweaking the user experience of a machines interface, or building a customer service bot for clients. An IT career is so beautifully flexible.  A foundation in computer science can set you up for your life, no matter which industry. In regards to the energy industry, innovation is absolutely key: 2. Hardware is important, but software takes it to the next level Wed put money on this: when you think engineering you probably think high-vis jackets, high seas and oil rigs. Of course, heavy machinery is a huge aspect of working in the energy industry. However, if you recall, there are two important components to tech. The physical hardware, and the software that helps to run it. Imagine being part of a team that figures out the automation software needed to replace oil and gas forever. User experience is  the key to make sustainable energy mainstream. If you dont believe us about the whole user experience being an important thing, take a wee look at Apple. Their iPhones have remained the same, but they update the iOS software basically every month. Why?  Because perfection is impossible to attain, but theres always room for improvement. 3. An IT career can and will take you places Dont worry, doing an computer science role doesnt involve sitting in a chair and not moving ever again. Sure, theres a lot of screen time. However, E.ONs IT and Business Change scheme takes you all over the UK, and even a spell overseas!  Cities such as Berlin, Paris, Budapest or Malmö could be your next job locations. Generally, working in information technology lends itself really well to remote work. After all, isnt everything up in the cloud nowadays? 4. You can develop some serious soft skills Another stereotype: techy people arent people people. However, no man is an island, even if they work in IT. A role in IT requires some serious communication skills, strong project management, and requires you to be a quick problem-solver. 5. Theres no other role with more potential An IT career in the energy industry is absolutely bursting with opportunity. This sector is moving at warp speed Star Trek-style, and its just waiting for you to come on board. Whether youll be working to improve a business efficiency, or whether youll get the chance to work on cutting-edge technology, the world will be your oyster. Just dont forget us once you make it to the top. To stay up to date on whats going on with careers at E.ON, follow them on Facebook. Hurry, applications for E.ON’s 2017 Graduate and Undergraduate Schemes close on 20 February! Download the Debut app to apply to one of their amazing grad roles. Images via Pexels, Debut Download the Debut app and  get Talent-Spotted by amazing graduate employers! Connect with Debut on Facebook and Twitter