Pittsburgh's Tech Scene Thrives with 18,000+ New Jobs, Top Employers Recruiting Talent

Good morning, this is Pittsburgh Local Pulse for Tuesday, February 18, 2025. We're starting off with some exciting news from the tech sector. Pittsburgh's tech scene is thriving, with over 100 AI and robotics companies transforming the city. Major players like Google and Duolingo have contributed to over 18,000 new tech jobs since 2018. If you're looking to launch a tech career, Pittsburgh is an ideal place, with affordable median home prices at around $215,000 and active community initiatives[1]. In job market news, UPMC's IT Rotational program is offering a two-year paid position with hands-on experience in security operations, application development, and infrastructure management. Emerging companies like Abridge, Aurora, and Gather AI are also actively recruiting talent, especially in artificial intelligence and automation sectors. Don't miss the Spring Career & Internship Fair at the University of Pittsburgh from February 18-20, 2025, where tech companies will be recruiting. Additionally, a virtual job fair is happening on February 19, 2025, where you can meet with top hiring companies in Pittsburgh[1][4]. Moving on to sports, tonight is a big night for basketball fans. The Pittsburgh Panthers are hosting the Syracuse Orange at Petersen Events Center, starting at 7:00 PM ET. The Panthers are a 10.5-point favorite, and you can catch the game on the ACC Network. In local high school basketball, several WPIAL playoff games are happening tonight, including Latrobe vs. Kiski Area and Franklin Regional vs. Montour[3][5]. In cultural news, the Pittsburgh Arts Council has compiled a list of job openings at local arts and cultural institutions. If you're interested in working in the arts, be sure to check out their latest roundup[2]. On the weather front, it's going to be a chilly day today, so make sure to bundle up if you're heading out to any of the events happening around the city. In community news, we're highlighting a feel-good story about the vibrant tech community in Pittsburgh. With regular meetups and conferences, it's easy to connect with like-minded individuals and find opportunities in the tech sector. Finally, in crime news, there have been no significant incidents reported in the past 24 hours. We'll keep you updated on any developments. This has been Pittsburgh Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates. This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.