The OINP targeted candidates with a comprehensive ranking system score between 456 and 467, and work experience in the following NOC codes:
- 0213 – Computer and information systems managers
- 2147 – Computer engineers
- 2172 – Database analysts and data administrators
- 2173 – Software engineers and designers
- 2174 – Computer programmer and interactive media developers
- 2175 – Web designers and developers