Telecommunication is a $1 trillion industry that encompasses wired and wireless telephony, television, radio, computer networks and the Internet. About half of all telecommunication jobs are in installation, maintenance and repair, but that percentage is expected to decline due to increased convergence and the improved reliability of contemporary equipment. However, sales and service-related telecommunications jobs will show significant growth as companies seek to expand markets in new and emerging technologies.

Employment prospects are expected to vary significantly from one segment of the telecommunication industry to another. For example, competition for media jobs will likely intensify as media conglomeration alters economies of scale. The growing influence of blogs and online journalism may also affect the number and types of broadcasting jobs that are created. Widespread use of cellular phones and Wi-Fi networks will ensure an ample supply of new wireless jobs.