All 213 careers

What the work is like, typical pay, how to get started, and how AI may change the job.

STEM

  • Actuary — Use math to measure the risk of events like accidents and illness, so insurers can set fair prices
  • Aerospace Engineer — Design, build, and test aircraft, rockets, and satellites, and figure out why they fly the way they do
  • AI/ML Engineer — Build and train computer systems that learn from data, like tools that recognize photos or understand speech
  • Astronomer — Use telescopes, satellites, and computer models to study planets, stars, and galaxies
  • Biologist — Study living things, from tiny cells to whole ecosystems, in labs and outdoors to learn how life works
  • Biomedical Engineer — Design medical devices and health tools, like artificial joints, heart monitors, and imaging machines
  • Botanist — Study plants, from rare wildflowers to crop seeds, to learn how they grow and how to protect them
  • Chemical Engineer — Design and run large-scale processes that turn raw materials into fuels, medicines, foods, and plastics
  • Chemist — Test, mix, and study substances in a lab to make new products or check that foods, drugs, and water are safe
  • Civil Engineer — Plan and oversee roads, bridges, water systems, and buildings so communities can travel and stay safe
  • Cloud Architect — Design how a company's apps and data run on rented internet servers so they stay fast, safe, and affordable
  • Cybersecurity Analyst — Guard a company's computers and data by watching for attacks, fixing weak spots, and stopping break-ins
  • Data Scientist — Dig through huge piles of data to find patterns that help a hospital or company make smarter choices
  • Database Administrator — Keep a company's databases safe, fast, and backed up so people can quickly find the information they need
  • Electrical Engineer — Design electrical systems and circuits, from tiny chips in phones to the power lines that light a city
  • Environmental Engineer — Design systems that clean water, treat waste, and cut pollution so people and nature stay healthy
  • Game Developer — Program the rules, characters, and controls of video games and fix what breaks before players find it
  • Geneticist — Study genes and DNA to understand inherited traits and diseases, in research labs or with patients
  • Geologist — Study rocks, soil, and landforms to find resources, judge hazards, and explain how Earth has changed
  • IT Project Manager — Lead technology projects from idea to launch, keeping the team, schedule, and budget on track
  • Marine Biologist — Study ocean animals, plants, and habitats by diving, sailing, and running tests to help protect the sea
  • Mathematician — Study patterns, numbers, and logic to solve hard problems or build new tools for science and business
  • Mechanical Engineer — Design and test machines and moving parts, from car engines to medical devices and factory robots
  • Microbiologist — Grow and study bacteria, viruses, and fungi to track disease, test food, and help develop medicines
  • Network Administrator — Keep a company's wireless internet, cables, and connections running so everyone can get online and share files
  • Petroleum Engineer — Plan how to safely drill for and pump oil and natural gas from deep underground
  • Physicist — Study matter, energy, and forces through experiments and math to explain how the universe works
  • Research Scientist — Design and run experiments to answer questions nobody has answered yet, then share what the data shows
  • Software Developer — Build the apps and programs people use every day by writing, testing, and fixing code as part of a team
  • Software Engineer — Design software systems that run at large scale, deciding how the pieces fit together and how to keep them running
  • Statistician — Design studies and analyze numbers to answer questions in health, government, sports, and business
  • Structural Engineer — Calculate how buildings and bridges hold up under weight, wind, and earthquakes so they do not fail
  • Web Developer — Build and fix websites so pages load fast, look right, and work on phones, tablets, and laptops
  • Zoologist — Watch and study animals in the wild and in zoos to learn how they live and how to protect them

Health & Medicine

  • Cardiologist — Diagnose and treat heart and blood vessel problems using tests, medicine, and small procedures
  • Dental Hygienist — Clean teeth, take dental X-rays, and teach patients how to keep their mouths healthy
  • Dentist — Keep patients' teeth and gums healthy by filling cavities, pulling damaged teeth, and teaching good habits
  • Dermatologist — Treat skin, hair, and nail problems like acne, rashes, and skin cancer with medicine and small procedures
  • General Practitioner — Be the first doctor people see, treating everyday illness and helping patients stay healthy over the years
  • Licensed Therapist — Meet with people one on one or in groups to talk through stress, grief, and hard changes and build coping skills
  • Nurse Practitioner — Examine patients, diagnose illness, and prescribe medicine as an advanced nurse, often as a main care provider
  • Occupational Therapist — Help people of all ages do daily tasks again, like dressing, writing, and cooking, after injury or illness
  • Optometrist — Test eyesight, prescribe glasses and contacts, and spot eye diseases before they cause lasting damage
  • Orthodontist — Straighten crooked teeth and fix bite problems with braces, clear aligners, and retainers over many months
  • Paramedic/EMT — Rush to emergencies in an ambulance, give first aid and advanced care, and get patients safely to the hospital
  • Pediatrician — Care for babies, kids, and teens, from checkups and vaccines to treating ear infections and fevers
  • Pharmacist — Make sure patients get the right medicine and dose, check for risky drug mixes, and answer health questions
  • Physical Therapist — Help people heal from injuries and move better through exercises, stretches, and hands-on treatment
  • Physician Assistant — Diagnose illness, order tests, and prescribe medicine as part of a doctor-led healthcare team
  • Psychiatrist — Diagnose and treat mental health conditions with talk therapy and medicine, as a medical doctor
  • Psychologist — Study how people think, feel, and act, and use tests and therapy to help them cope and grow
  • Radiology Technician — Take X-rays and other medical images that help doctors see inside the body and find problems
  • Registered Nurse — Look after patients in hospitals and clinics by giving medicine, watching for changes, and teaching families
  • Respiratory Therapist — Treat patients who have trouble breathing by running ventilators and giving breathing treatments in hospitals
  • School Counselor — Support students' mental health, friendships, and future plans by talking with them, families, and teachers
  • Social Worker (Mental Health) — Connect people facing mental illness, addiction, or crisis with counseling, housing, and the help they need
  • Surgeon — Fix injuries and diseases by operating on patients, from planning the surgery to follow-up care
  • Surgical Technologist — Set up the operating room, hand tools to the surgeon, and keep the sterile area safe during surgery

Business & Finance

  • Accountant — Keep a company's money records accurate, prepare financial statements, and make sure bills and taxes get paid
  • Actuary (Finance) — Use math and statistics to measure money risks for banks, pension funds, and insurers, and plan for them
  • Advertising Manager — Oversee ad campaigns from idea to launch, work with agencies and designers, and keep an eye on the budget
  • Auditor — Check that a company's financial records are right and its rules are followed, then report what looks risky
  • Brand Manager — Guard and grow the look, voice, and reputation of one brand or product line so customers know and trust it
  • Business Manager — Run the daily work of a department or business, set budgets, hire staff, and make sure goals are met
  • CEO — Set the direction for a whole organization, lead its top managers, and answer to the board and owners
  • Credit Analyst — Judge whether a person or company can repay a loan by studying income, debts, and payment history
  • Digital Marketing Specialist — Reach customers online with email, social posts, search results, and ads, then track which ones work
  • E-commerce Specialist — Run an online store day to day by adding products, watching orders and traffic, and improving the shopping pages
  • Financial Analyst — Study a company's numbers and the market to help leaders decide where to invest, save, or spend money
  • Franchise Owner — Run your own location of a proven business, following its playbook while managing staff and local customers
  • Human Resources Manager — Lead the team that hires, trains, and supports employees and keeps workplace rules fair and legal
  • Investment Banker — Advise companies on buying other firms, merging, or raising money by selling stock and bonds
  • Loan Officer — Help people and businesses apply for loans, gather their papers, and guide them to an approved deal
  • Management Consultant — Study a client company's problems, test fixes with data, and present a plan for its leaders to carry out
  • Market Research Analyst — Collect and study survey answers and sales data to find out what people want and what will sell
  • Marketing Manager — Plan campaigns that get people to notice and buy a product, and lead the team that creates them
  • Operations Manager — Keep a company's daily work moving smoothly by improving processes, scheduling people, and controlling costs
  • Project Manager — Plan work with a team, keep a project on time and on budget, and clear roadblocks so it gets finished
  • Sales Manager — Coach a team of sales reps, set targets, and step in on big deals to hit the company's revenue goals
  • Sales Representative — Sell products or services to customers by finding leads, showing how the product helps, and closing deals
  • Small Business Owner — Start and run your own shop or service, handling customers, money, and hiring yourself
  • Startup Founder — Build a new company from an idea by finding customers, making a first product, and raising money to grow
  • Tax Specialist — Prepare tax returns and plan ways for people or companies to follow the law and pay only what they owe

Creative & Media

  • Animator — Bring characters and objects to life by drawing or posing them frame by frame for films, shows, and games
  • Architect — Design buildings that are safe, useful, and good-looking, and guide them from first sketch to opening day
  • Audio Engineer — Capture, mix, and fix sound for concerts, broadcasts, podcasts, and films so it comes out clear and balanced
  • Author/Writer — Write books, stories, and essays that inform or entertain readers, often working alone on your own schedule
  • Book Publisher — Decide which books to publish and lead the business of turning manuscripts into printed and digital books
  • Cinematographer — Choose the camera angles, lighting, and lenses that give a film or show its look and mood
  • Conductor — Lead an orchestra, band, or choir by choosing music, running rehearsals, and shaping how it sounds in concert
  • Content Writer — Write articles, web pages, emails, and posts that help a company teach and attract customers online
  • Copy Editor — Read every word before it is published, fixing grammar, spelling, facts, and style so writing is clean and clear
  • Director — Lead the creative side of a film, show, or play by guiding actors and crew to tell the story on screen
  • Editor — Choose, shape, and improve stories, articles, or books, guiding writers so the final piece is strong and clear
  • Fashion Designer — Sketch and develop clothing, shoes, and accessories, then guide each one from idea to finished sample
  • Film/Video Producer — Organize a film or video from idea to finished cut by finding money, hiring crew, and keeping it on budget
  • Graphic Designer — Turn ideas into logos, posters, packaging, and posts that help people understand and remember a message
  • Industrial Designer — Design everyday products like chairs, tools, and gadgets so they look good, work well, and can be built
  • Interior Designer — Plan how rooms look and work, from layout and color to furniture and lighting, for homes, offices, and stores
  • Journalist — Find out what is happening, check the facts, and report it in stories, photos, audio, or video for the public
  • Music Producer — Guide a song or album from rough idea to finished recording by shaping the songs, the sound, and the artists
  • Music Teacher — Teach students to play, sing, and understand music in school classrooms, band rooms, or private lessons
  • Musician — Perform, write, and record music alone or in a group, often mixing gigs, lessons, and other work to earn a living
  • Recording Engineer — Set up microphones and run the gear that captures musicians, then shape the sounds into a finished recording
  • Screenwriter — Write the stories, scenes, and dialogue for movies and shows that directors and actors bring to life
  • Singer — Perform songs live and in recording studios, using a trained voice to move audiences and tell stories
  • Sound Designer — Create the sounds you hear in films, games, and theater, from footsteps and monsters to a whole city's hum
  • UX/UI Designer — Shape how apps and websites look and feel so people can find what they need without getting lost
  • VFX Artist — Create effects like explosions, monsters, and digital sets, then blend them into filmed scenes so they look real
  • Web Designer — Plan and build the look of websites, choosing layouts, colors, and pictures that work on phones and computers

Education & Social Services

  • Case Manager — Guide a caseload of clients through hospitals, agencies, and paperwork, making sure they get the services they need
  • Community Outreach Coordinator — Bring a nonprofit or agency's services to neighborhoods by hosting events, building partnerships, and spreading the word
  • Curriculum Developer — Design the lessons, units, and materials that teachers use, making sure they match learning standards
  • Elementary Teacher — Teach reading, math, science, and social skills to young children, usually all day with one class of the same kids
  • Family Counselor — Meet with couples, parents, and kids together to improve communication and work through conflicts at home
  • High School Teacher — Teach teens a subject like history, chemistry, or English and help them get ready for college or work
  • Middle School Teacher — Guide kids ages 11 to 14 through a subject like math or science while helping them handle a big stage of growing up
  • Nonprofit Director — Lead a mission-driven organization by raising money, managing staff, and reporting to a board of volunteers
  • Online Instructor — Teach classes over video and learning websites, running discussions, grading work, and coaching students from a distance
  • School Counselor — Help students plan classes and college, solve problems with school or friends, and get support when life gets hard
  • School Principal — Run a whole school by leading teachers, keeping students safe, and working with families and the district
  • Social Worker — Connect people and families in tough situations with food, housing, safety, and support they need to get back on their feet
  • Special Education Teacher — Adapt lessons for students with learning, physical, or emotional needs and write plans that help each one grow
  • Substance Abuse Counselor — Support people fighting drug or alcohol addiction through one-on-one talks, group sessions, and relapse-prevention plans
  • Tutor — Help one student or a small group catch up, get ahead, or prepare for a test by explaining ideas in new ways
  • University Professor — Teach college classes, run research studies in a specialty, and guide students who want to become experts
  • Victim Advocate — Stand beside crime victims through police, court, and healing, explaining their rights and finding them safe help

Law, Government & Public Service

  • City Planner — Decide how a city grows, from where homes, parks, and bus lines go to how streets and zoning rules work
  • Civil Service Examiner — Review job applications and test scores for government agencies to decide who qualifies and who moves ahead
  • Correctional Officer — Supervise people held in jails and prisons, keeping order and watching for danger inside the facility
  • Detective — Investigate serious crimes by interviewing witnesses, gathering evidence, and building cases prosecutors can take to court
  • Diplomat — Represent the United States abroad, negotiating with foreign governments and helping Americans who run into trouble overseas
  • Federal Agent — Investigate crimes that cross state lines or break national laws, such as fraud, smuggling, and cyber attacks
  • Government Administrator — Manage public offices and programs, from city services to county budgets, so government keeps running for residents
  • Judge — Run courtrooms, apply the law fairly, and decide cases or guide juries when people cannot settle a dispute
  • Lawyer — Advise clients and speak for them in court, in contracts, and in negotiations when the law is on the line
  • Legal Consultant — Advise companies and organizations on laws, rules, and risks so they can make smart decisions without courtroom fights
  • Legal Secretary — Keep a law office running by typing legal papers, managing calendars, and filing documents before court deadlines
  • Paralegal — Support lawyers by researching laws, organizing evidence, and drafting documents for trials, deals, and client cases
  • Police Officer — Patrol neighborhoods, respond to emergencies, and enforce laws to keep people safe in a city or town
  • Policy Analyst — Study problems like housing or health care, weigh possible laws, and write reports that help leaders choose a plan
  • Private Investigator — Find facts for lawyers, companies, and families by researching records, watching people, and interviewing witnesses
  • Prosecutor — Represent the government in criminal cases, deciding what charges to bring and arguing them before judges and juries
  • Security Manager — Plan and run the guards, cameras, alarms, and safety rules that protect a company's people, buildings, and information

Skilled Trades & Technical

  • Auto Mechanic — Diagnose and repair cars and light trucks, from oil changes and brakes to engine and electrical problems
  • Bricklayer — Build walls, chimneys, and walkways by laying bricks and blocks in mortar, one straight course at a time
  • Carpenter — Measure, cut, and assemble wood framing, floors, stairs, and cabinets that turn plans into finished buildings
  • CNC Machinist — Set up and run computer-controlled machines that cut metal and plastic into precise parts for planes, cars, and tools
  • Commercial Truck Driver — Haul freight across the country in big rigs, keeping stores and factories stocked on tight delivery schedules
  • Diesel Mechanic — Repair and maintain the big diesel engines in trucks, buses, and construction machines so they keep moving
  • Electric Utility Worker — Build and repair the power lines and equipment that bring electricity to homes, often after storms
  • Electrician — Install and repair the wiring, lights, and power systems that keep homes, stores, and factories running safely
  • Flight Attendant — Keep passengers safe and comfortable on flights, from checking safety gear to handling medical problems and serving meals
  • General Contractor — Run a building project from start to finish, hiring trades, ordering materials, and keeping work on time and on budget
  • Heavy Equipment Operator — Drive bulldozers, excavators, and cranes to dig, grade, and move earth and materials on big construction sites
  • HVAC Technician — Install and repair heating, cooling, and ventilation systems that keep buildings comfortable in every season
  • Industrial Technician — Install, test, and repair the robots, sensors, and control systems that automate factories and plants
  • Maintenance Technician — Repair and service the equipment, plumbing, and electrical systems in a building or plant before things break down
  • Manufacturing Technician — Keep factory production lines running by setting up machines, checking product quality, and fixing small problems fast
  • Pilot — Fly airplanes safely from takeoff to landing, carrying passengers or cargo and making tough calls about weather and safety
  • Plumber — Fix leaks, unclog drains, and install pipes and fixtures that bring clean water in and carry waste away
  • Power Plant Operator — Run the control room of an electric plant, watching gauges and adjusting equipment to keep power flowing
  • Roofer — Install and repair roofs with shingles, tile, or metal to keep rain, snow, and wind out of buildings
  • Ship Officer — Steer and safeguard a large cargo ship or tanker, standing bridge watches and leading the deck crew at sea
  • Solar Panel Installer — Set up solar panels on roofs and open land, mounting frames and wiring them to make power
  • Welder — Join metal parts with intense heat and electric arcs to build bridges, pipelines, ships, and machines
  • Wind Turbine Technician — Climb wind turbines to inspect, repair, and tune them so they keep making clean electricity

Agriculture, Food & Environment

  • Agricultural Manager — Run a farm, ranch, or greenhouse for its owners, planning crops, hiring crews, and watching the budget
  • Baker — Mix, shape, and bake bread, pastries, and cakes, starting before sunrise so shelves are full by morning
  • Chef/Cook — Prepare meals in restaurant, hotel, or school kitchens, cooking to order and keeping the line moving
  • Conservationist — Work with landowners and communities to protect soil, water, forests, and habitat for the long term
  • Crop Consultant — Walk farm fields to check plants and soil, then advise growers on seed, fertilizer, and pest control
  • Environmental Scientist — Collect soil, water, and air samples and study them to find pollution and plan how to clean it up
  • Environmental Technician — Collect and test air, water, and soil samples and run monitoring equipment at plants and cleanup sites
  • Farm Equipment Technician — Repair and maintain tractors, combines, and sprayers so farms can plant and harvest on time
  • Farmer/Rancher — Grow crops or raise animals, making daily choices about planting, feeding, weather, and selling
  • Food Safety Supervisor — Check that food plants and kitchens follow safety rules, from clean surfaces to safe temperatures
  • Food Science Technician — Test food samples in a lab or plant for taste, texture, nutrition, and safety, helping new products get made
  • Park Ranger — Protect parks and forests, help visitors, and teach people about nature and history
  • Restaurant Manager — Run the dining room and kitchen team day to day, hiring staff, ordering food, and keeping guests happy
  • Sustainability Specialist — Help companies and cities use less energy, water, and materials, and track whether the changes work
  • Veterinarian (Livestock) — Treat cattle, horses, pigs, and sheep on farms, helping herds stay healthy and safe to eat
  • Wildlife Biologist — Study wild animals and their homes, counting populations and advising on how to protect them

Sports, Recreation & Hospitality

  • Athletic Trainer — Prevent, spot, and treat sports injuries, working beside athletes at schools, teams, and clinics
  • Coach — Teach athletes skills and teamwork, plan practices and game strategy, and guide their growth on and off the field
  • Concierge — Help hotel and building guests with reservations, directions, and special requests so their stay goes smoothly
  • Event Planner — Plan weddings, conferences, and parties from first idea to cleanup, juggling venues, vendors, and budgets
  • Fitness Manager — Lead a gym or fitness club's staff, classes, and equipment while helping members stay on track
  • Hospitality Coordinator — Line up rooms, meals, rides, and welcome details so visiting teams, groups, and guests feel taken care of
  • Hotel Manager — Keep a hotel running smoothly by leading front desk, housekeeping, and kitchen teams and solving guest problems
  • PE Teacher — Teach students to move, play, and stay healthy through games, sports, and fitness lessons at school
  • Personal Trainer — Coach clients one on one or in small groups with workouts that fit their goals and safety needs
  • Professional Athlete — Compete for pay in a sport, training year-round and playing games for a team or as an individual
  • Sports Manager — Run the business side of a team, league, or athletic facility, from budgets and schedules to game-day plans
  • Sports Nutritionist — Design eating plans that fuel training, recovery, and game day for athletes from teens to pros
  • Tour Guide — Lead visitors through cities, museums, parks, and historic sites while telling stories that bring places to life
  • Travel Agent — Design trips for clients by booking flights, hotels, and tours, then solving problems when plans change

Professional Services

Transportation & Logistics

  • Dispatcher — Send drivers and crews where they need to go by assigning jobs, tracking vehicles, and fixing problems by radio and phone
  • Inventory Manager — Keep the right amount of stock on shelves and in storage, so a business never runs out or overstocks
  • Logistics Manager — Direct how goods move by truck, rail, ship, and air so orders arrive on time and costs stay in check
  • Purchasing Manager — Buy the materials, equipment, and services an organization needs, negotiating prices and choosing reliable suppliers
  • Supply Chain Analyst — Use data to track how products flow from suppliers to customers and find ways to cut delays and waste
  • Warehouse Manager — Run the daily work of a warehouse, leading crews that receive, store, pick, and ship products safely