Women in IT
What is the proportion of women in the IT industry?
On LinkedIn and other social media platforms, you often read about topics such as the shortage of skilled workers and the potential of the IT industry. The industry is considered promising and innovative. But what is the proportion of women in IT? And what are the reasons for choosing to study or pursue a career in this industry?
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IT degree programs—from bioinformatics to computer and communication technologies
In Germany, there are many different degree programs that enable a career in IT. These include computer science, business, media, and engineering informatics, as well as computer and communication technologies, medical informatics, and bioinformatics.
The gender imbalance is already apparent at this stage. Although the proportion of women in computer science-related degree programs has risen steadily since 2008, it was only 21.8 percent in the 2023/24 winter semester. This means that less than a quarter of all computer science students are female.
Careers in computer science – Women in Tech
For a long time, computer science was a field that mainly attracted men. This has changed in recent years. How many “women in tech”—as they are also known—are there in Germany today? In 2020, only 19 percent of employees in IT professions were women, placing Germany in the lower mid-range in a European comparison. To further change this imbalance and promote women in tech, companies such as IGZ offer numerous benefits to inspire women to pursue a career in IT.
Why women in particular should choose to become part of the IT industry
- Attractive remuneration
Compared to other industries, careers in the IT sector are above average in terms of pay—a strong incentive, especially for young professionals. - High job security
The demand for IT specialists is growing steadily. Those who work in IT belong to one of the most crisis-proof job markets there is. - Low physical strain
Unlike many traditional professions, the physical strain of everyday IT work is low – an advantage that is often underestimated. - High flexibility
Many IT tasks can be performed remotely. Flexible working hours and the option of mobile office are widespread in the industry. - Diverse career paths
The world of IT offers a wide range of activities and areas of responsibility – from C# developer, IT project manager, IT specialist for system integration to SAP software architect. - Meaningful, innovative work
Women in Tech actively contribute to developing digital solutions for the future. Working in IT is creative, innovative, and has a direct impact on social developments.
At IGZ, we are actively committed to getting students excited about IT. We firmly believe that diversity is crucial in the technology industry. That's why we regularly visit our partner schools to promote the exciting career opportunities in IT.
Through presentations and personal conversations, we want to show young women how exciting, meaningful, and future-oriented a career in IT can be—especially for women in IT, who, as Women in Tech, can actively shape the industry.
In doing so, we present ourselves not only as an employer, but also as a trailblazer for their future in a dynamic industry.
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