Internet Consultants
Overview
Introduction
Internet consultants use their technological and computer skills to help people or businesses access and utilize the Internet. Their work may include implementing or refining a computer network, creating a Web site, establishing an online ordering or product support system, or training employees to maintain and update their newly established Web site. Some consultants work independently, and others may be employed by a consulting firm.
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Earnings
Internet consultants earnings vary widely depending on their geographic location, type of work performed, and their experience and reputation. Beginning consultants may make around $35,000 or less per year. Some consultants have salaries that exceed $150,000 a year.
According to ZipRecruiter.com, information technology consultants employed in January 2025 earned median annual salaries of...
Work Environment
Internet consultants work in a variety of settings. Depending on the project, independent consultants may work out of their homes or private offices. At other times, they may be required to work onsite at the clients facilities, which may, for example, be a hospital, office building, or factory. Consultants employed by a large or small consulting firm may also spend time working at the consulti...
Outlook
Employment of management consultants who specialize in IT consulting is expected to be strong. The U.S. Department of Labor, reports the following employment outlooks in IT-related fields through 2033:
- computer systems analysts: +11 percent
- Web developers and digital designers: +8 percent
- software developers, quality assurance analysts, and testers: +17.0 percent<...
