BLOG: Jobs in Engineering Ranked Best for Entry-Level Work

BLOG: Jobs in Engineering Ranked Best for Entry-Level Work
New analysis from WalletHub shows entry-level jobs in engineering are graduates' best bet.

Soon-to-be engineering graduates are in a great position, career-wise, according to WalletHub’s most recent analysis. In ranking 109 entry-level occupations using 12 metrics, jobs in engineering dominated the Top 10.

Though money isn’t the highest determining factor for young professionals entering the workforce, those pursuing engineering degrees will have great salary potential. Drilling engineers I were ranked second overall for highest starting salaries.

As far as income growth potential, geologist I and geophysicist I tied for a third-place ranking.

At a crucial time for the oil and gas industry, a sector in which many STEM graduates will enter, young professionals are looking to make an impact through purposeful work and problem-solving. There was a tie in top job openings, including job titles engineer I, software engineer I and systems engineer I.    

And new graduates will be entering a workforce in which hiring is expected to increase for them.

The Class of 2017 will see an increase in hiring by 5 percent over the Class of 2016, cites an April 19 report from the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE).   

While entry-level jobs aren’t meant to last forever, workers should take every opportunity to absorb what they can – even if it’s not their ultimate goal.

“New graduates should stay in an entry-level job only as long as they are still learning and still growing professionally,” said Kim Crabbe, executive director of the career development center at Skidmore College. “If you’ve only been in your job for six months, but you are doing the same mindless work day in and day out, it’s time to leave. Conversely, if you are in your first job for 18 months, but you have already had two promotions and have picked up training and skills that are critical and relevant to your industry, then keep going.”



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