Information Resources

If you enjoy math and sciences, computers, automation, and helping others to resolve problems using technology, there are numerous opportunities for an information resources career. In BLM, information resources (IR) is the broad term for several different computer-related careers. IR involves several disciplines and careers usually requiring college and/or technical training. There are computer programmers, systems analysts, telephone and data communications specialists, office automation specialists, and all the support people that make it possible to use personal computers (PCs) for a more productive office. People in this career understand and work well with hardware (mainframes, minicomputers, PCs, communications equipment) and software (programs like WordPerfect and Lotus that run on the computers). They are both technically oriented and creative in finding new ways to solve the problems of the workplace. High school and college courses in math, science, computer science, programming, and systems analysis are all essential in preparing for these fields. Basic English, speech, and communication skills classes will also enhance your job qualifications. In qualifying for a position in information resources, a college degree is helpful, but not mandatory; experience can sometimes substitute for a degree.