And the Top Jobs for 2009 Grads Are…
There’s no doubt, job offers are few and far between in these dreary days of layoffs, cutbacks, and hiring freezes. That’s why we can learn a lot from the list of the 10 jobs most offered to the class of 2009 as reported by the National Association of Colleges and Employers in its Fall 2009 Salary Survey. For one thing, it tells us which industries are still hiring in tough times. But it also gives a heads up for those who may be considering a job or career change, or a return to school to learn a new skill or trade.
So without further ado, check out the top jobs:
- Teaching
- Management Trainee
- Financial/Treasury Analysis
- Consulting
- Sales
- Accounting (public)
- Accounting (private)
- Software Design & Development
- Registered Nursing
- Project Engineering
All of these “safe” jobs have in common the need for good communication skills, analytical thinking, and working well with others. And, of course, some have specific degree and/or licensing requirements (such as teaching and nursing, for instance).
No matter which field you’re in or considering breaking into, you can also see from the list that a working knowledge of business and finance will come in handy as well. My editor says all the time that she never thought she’d be spending work hours toiling with budgets and spreadsheets, but if you work for a company or organization, that is always a real possibility no matter your job title.
Bottom line: Don’t think you have to work toward getting hired in one of these 10 fields, but do think about what these employers are looking for, and how you can strengthen your resume with those same skills. Chances are other employers will value the same qualities and knowledge.
-Dawn Papandrea
Lynn M said,
September 30, 2009 @ 2:42 pm
Agreed. First follow your interests and talents and then be aware of what employers are seeking. Make sure you are able to add the wanted skills and knowledge to your resume.
Ibrahim | ZenCollegeLife.com said,
October 8, 2009 @ 9:59 pm
Really any job working for the government is a safe choice. Federal and state jobs seem to be the safest, especially in this economy.
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