An IT consultant advises clients on the best way to use information technology to meet their business goals. As an IT consultant, you may work as an independent contractor or for a technology firm. You begin each project with an assessment of the organization’s goals and the scope of their current IT systems. Once you have analyzed their needs, you provide recommendations on what software and products the client should use, and may also train employees on how to use them. Some IT consultants help implement new technologies and solve network issues. Positions are available in a wide range of industries, including business, healthcare, and in government agencies.