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This filter excludes careers whose prior experience requirements are unknown. Education, training, licensing, and employer requirements still apply.

650 careers · Sorted by projected growth · Page 16 of 55

Construction and Trades

Roofers

2025 median pay
$55,440
Entry credential
No formal educational credential
2025–2035 growth
5.3%
Annual openings
12,000

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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Engineering and Architecture

Architectural and Civil Drafters

2025 median pay
$66,150
Entry credential
Associate's degree
2025–2035 growth
5.2%
Annual openings
9,100

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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Transportation and Logistics

Commercial Pilots

2025 median pay
$123,220
Entry credential
Postsecondary nondegree award
2025–2035 growth
5.2%
Annual openings
5,200

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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Healthcare

Pharmacist

2025 median pay
$140,910
Entry credential
Doctoral or professional degree
2025–2035 growth
5.2%
Annual openings
12,500

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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Food Service

Cooks, Private Household

2025 median pay
$47,940
Entry credential
Postsecondary nondegree award + related experience
2025–2035 growth
5.1%
Annual openings
5,000

Prior related experience: less than 5 years.

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Construction and Trades

Insulation Workers, Mechanical

2025 median pay
$58,340
Entry credential
High school diploma or equivalent + apprenticeship
2025–2035 growth
5.1%
Annual openings
1,800

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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Business and Finance

Accountant / Auditor

2025 median pay
$83,680
Entry credential
Bachelor's degree
2025–2035 growth
5%
Annual openings
115,300

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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Food Service

Bartenders

2025 median pay
$34,340
Entry credential
No formal educational credential
2025–2035 growth
5%
Annual openings
121,200

No prior related occupation is typically required; employer requirements vary.

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