Resources for Women in Technology

In celebration of Women’s History Month, we want to highlight the many opportunities for women in technology. Companies are increasingly recognizing the importance (opens in a new window) of hiring and developing women in information technology roles. In recent years, some of the largest tech firms (opens in a new window) have hired and retained more women in tech positions than ever before.

Article: 40 companies that empower women in the workforce (opens in a new window)

According to JobsEQ by Chmura (opens in a new window) , there are currently more than 25,000 open technology jobs in Washington – ranging from software development to computer support to information security, and many more.

How to Get Started in a Tech Career

There are 30 colleges in the Washington State Community and Technical College system that offer IT degrees, certificates and upskilling opportunities. If you are a high school student or working professional looking for a career change, your local community or technical college can jump-start your IT career or help you advance in your current position.

Associate degrees are offered in some of the most in-demand fields including:

• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Cybersecurity
• Network Infrastructure Technology
• Robotics and Artificial Intelligence
• Web Application Programming Technology

Certificate programs that can quickly get your skills up to speed and prepare you to be job-ready:

• Cloud Architecture and Services
• Cisco Networking Academy
• Database Analyst
• User Interface Specialist
• Web Content Management

For a complete list of Washington state community and technical colleges offering IT degrees and certificate programs, please see our IT Program Guide (opens in a new window) .

Resources for Women Interested in Technology Careers:

• Tech Ladies (opens in a new window) connects you with the best jobs and opportunities in tech.
• Women Who Code Seattle (opens in a new window) inspires women to excel in technology careers.
• New Tech Northwest (opens in a new window) gets you connected and engaged with the Pacific Northwest tech community.
• TAGNW (opens in a new window) offers community groups and Meetups in Northwest Washington.
• Grace Hopper Celebration (opens in a new window) – annual conference for women technologists
• Women in Tech Regatta (opens in a new window) – Seattle-based career development event
• Washington State Opportunity Scholarship (opens in a new window) for students pursuing high-demand fields including IT