Careers that need a college degree
One thousand eight hundred and thirty-six careers where a bachelor's degree is the standard entry credential, careers where the typical entry path runs through a four-year college degree, including most professional, analytical and creative knowledge work. Each card below carries the typical preparation path, the salary range from entry to senior level, and a short read on what the work actually involves day to day. You are looking at page 12 of 37 for careers that need a college degree.
1836 careers in Careers that need a college degree, page 12 of 37
Director of Public Relations
Bachelor's Degree · $146,910
Directs the planning, coordination, and execution of activities designed to create or maintain a favorable public image…
Director of Research
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $167,220
Leads and oversees research initiatives, sets strategic direction for research projects, manages research teams, and…
Director of Sales (Technology)
Bachelor's Degree · $148,270
Manages a team of account executives and sales managers, setting quotas, coaching reps, and driving revenue targets for…
Director of Transportation
Bachelor's Degree · $107,230
Directs and coordinates transportation operations, including logistics, fleet management, and regulatory compliance, to…
Directors, Religious Activities and Education
Bachelor's Degree · $52,100
Coordinate or design programs and conduct outreach to promote the religious education or activities of a denominational…
Disability Services Coordinator
Bachelor's Degree · $64,330
Coordinates and provides support services for students or clients with disabilities to ensure equal access to…
Disaster Preparedness Policy Analyst
Master's Degree · $142,080
Researches, analyzes, and develops policies and plans to mitigate the impact of natural disasters, public health…
Disaster Recovery Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $83,050
Plans and implements disaster recovery; ensures business continuity and data protection.
Distributed Energy Resource Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $120,630
Design, deploy, and optimize distributed energy resource programs including rooftop solar, battery storage, demand…
Distribution Network Planner
Bachelor's Degree · $88,940
Designs and optimizes distribution network strategies including facility locations, inventory positioning, and…
District Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $105,770
Oversee and manage multiple retail locations, ensuring operational efficiency, sales growth, and adherence to company…
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $149,280
Develop and implement DEI strategies, programs, and initiatives that create a more equitable and inclusive workplace…
Divorce Attorney
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $159,670
Advise clients on legal matters, represent them in court, and draft legal documents. This role demands meticulous…
Document Management Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $116,580
Document management specialists configure and maintain the digital systems that organizations use to store, find,…
Documentary / Brand Film Producer
Bachelor's Degree · $90,360
Produces documentary-style brand films and video series that tell authentic company, customer, or social impact…
Documentary Filmmaker
No Formal Education Needed · $90,360
Conceives, researches, and produces non-fiction films that explore real-world subjects, often involving extensive…
Documentary Producer
Bachelor's Degree · $90,360
Research, develop, and produce documentary films and series for broadcast, streaming, and theatrical release. Identify…
Dramaturg
Master's Degree · $77,920
Dramaturgs are experts in the study of plays, musicals, or operas. They provide vital knowledge, research, and context…
Drayage / Intermodal Operations Manager
High School Diploma · $107,230
Manages drayage and intermodal transportation operations coordinating the movement of containers between ports, rail…
Drilling Supervisor
Bachelor's Degree · $79,920
Oversees and manages all aspects of drilling operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and adherence to regulatory…
Drone Fleet Manager
High School Diploma · $105,770
Oversee the deployment, management, and maintenance of drone fleets for various purposes, ensuring regulatory…
Drone Journalist / Aerial News Photographer
Bachelor's Degree · $62,200
Operates unmanned aerial vehicles to capture aerial photography and video for news coverage including natural…
Drone Pilot (Cinematic)
Associate's Degree · $74,990
Operate drones to capture high-quality aerial footage for film, television, commercials, and media productions,…
E-commerce Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $83,050
Oversees online sales strategies, manages e-commerce platforms, and drives digital revenue growth. Develops and…
E-commerce Manager (Retail)
Bachelor's Degree · $83,050
Manage and grow a retailer's online trading performance across website, app, and marketplace channels. Oversee product…
E-learning Developer
Bachelor's Degree · $77,440
Designs, develops, and implements online learning programs and materials. This includes creating engaging course…
EAP Coordinator
Bachelor's Degree · $59,350
Coordinate Employee Assistance Program services by assessing employee needs, providing confidential support, and…
Early Childhood Educator
Bachelor's Degree · $38,140
Nurtures young children's development through engaging educational activities, fostering social-emotional growth and…
Ecological Restoration Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $82,220
Plan and implement ecological restoration projects that rehabilitate degraded ecosystems including wetlands, prairies,…
Economic Consultant
Master's Degree · $124,720
Analyze economic and statistical data, prepare comprehensive reports, and formulate strategic plans to address complex…
Edge Computing Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $135,980
Develops software for edge computing environments including IoT gateways, CDN edge functions, and on-device AI,…
EDI Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $105,850
Analyzes, designs, and develops specifications for enhancements and extensions with EDI application interfaces and…
Editor
Bachelor's Degree · $77,920
Editors review submissions, write editorial notes, and move pieces from rough draft to final form, working closely with…
Editor (Publishing)
Bachelor's Degree · $77,920
Editors plan, coordinate, and revise material for publication. They review proposals and drafts, suggest revisions, and…
Editorial Cartoonist / Political Cartoonist
Bachelor's Degree · $55,490
Creates editorial cartoons and political illustrations that comment on current events, politics, and social issues…
Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare
Associate's Degree · $59,300
Preschool and daycare administrators manage staff, budgets, enrollment, and licensing for childcare centres. They split…
Education Lawyer
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $159,670
Advise clients on legal matters, represent them in court, and draft legal documents. This role demands meticulous…
Educational Consultant
Master's Degree · $77,440
Guides educational institutions and individuals on curriculum development, pedagogical strategies, and organizational…
Educational Technology Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $77,440
Design, develop, and implement technology-enhanced learning solutions and instructional materials.
EEG Technologist
Certificate or Vocational Training · $50,290
Perform electroencephalograms to record brain activity and assist in diagnosing neurological conditions.
EHR Implementation Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $105,850
Coordinate the planning, configuration, testing, training, and deployment of Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems…
EHS Consultant
Bachelor's Degree · $90,150
Advise organizations on environmental, health, and safety regulations and best practices.
EHS Coordinator
Bachelor's Degree · $90,150
Coordinates and implements environmental, health, and safety programs to ensure compliance with regulations and promote…
EHS Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $90,150
Develop and implement environmental, health, and safety programs to ensure compliance with regulations and promote a…
Electrical Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $120,630
Electrical engineers design and test circuits and power systems for clients in manufacturing, energy, and aerospace.…
Electronics Engineer, Except Computer
Bachelor's Degree · $130,220
Designs, develops, tests, and supervises the manufacturing and installation of electronic equipment, components, and…
Electronics Technician
Associate's Degree · $78,190
Installs, tests, repairs, and maintains a broad range of electronic equipment and systems, ensuring optimal performance…
Elementary School Teacher
Bachelor's Degree · $63,970
Educates young students in fundamental subjects, fostering their academic and social development. Creates engaging…
Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education
Bachelor's Degree · $63,970
Elementary school teachers plan and deliver lessons in reading, writing, and arithmetic to children across nearly every…
Email Copywriter / Lifecycle Content Writer
Bachelor's Degree · $76,910
Writes email campaigns, drip sequences, onboarding flows, and lifecycle communications that nurture leads, drive…