Careers that need a college degree
One thousand six hundred and twelve 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 27 of 33 for careers that need a college degree.
1612 careers in Careers that need a college degree, page 27 of 33
Roughneck
High School Diploma or GED; vocational training or on-the-job experience often preferred · $65,000
Roughnecks perform physically demanding tasks on oil and gas drilling rigs, assisting in the drilling process by…
Route Optimization Analyst
Bachelor's in Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, or Mathematics · $78,000
Analyzes and optimizes delivery routes and transportation networks using mathematical models and optimization software…
Ruby on Rails Developer (Senior)
Bachelor's degree (bootcamp accepted) · $130,000
Develops web applications using Ruby on Rails, handling full-stack development, database design, API development, and…
Rust Backend Developer
Bachelor's in Computer Science / Related Field · $155,000
Develops high-performance backend systems using Rust; emphasizes memory safety and concurrent systems.
Rust Developer
Bachelor's degree · $155,000
Develops systems software, infrastructure tools, and performance-critical applications using Rust, leveraging its…
S&OP Manager (Sales & Operations Planning)
Bachelor's in Business, Supply Chain, or Engineering; MBA preferred · $115,000
Facilitates the integrated sales and operations planning process to align demand forecasts, supply capacity, and…
SaaS Engineer
Bachelor's in Computer Science / Related Field · $175,000
Develops Software-as-a-Service platforms; handles multi-tenancy and subscription management.
SaaS Operations Manager
Bachelor's degree · $125,000
Manages the operational aspects of a SaaS business including billing, provisioning, infrastructure monitoring, SLA…
Safety & Health Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $100,000
Develop and manage workplace safety and health programs to prevent injuries, illnesses, and fatalities and ensure…
Safety and Health Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $105,000
Designs and implements safety programs, inspects workplaces for hazards, and ensures compliance with health and safety…
Safety Inspector (Railroad)
Bachelor's degree · $85,000
Inspects railroad equipment, tracks, and operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.…
Safety Manager
Bachelor's degree · $90,000
Plans, implements, and oversees the company's safety programs to ensure compliance with occupational health and safety…
Safety Officer
Bachelor's Degree · $78,000
Safety Officers are responsible for ensuring the health and safety of employees within a workplace. They develop and…
Sales Enablement Manager
Bachelor's degree · $120,000
Develops and delivers training programs, sales playbooks, competitive intelligence, and tools that help sales teams…
Sales Engineer (Technology)
Bachelor's degree (Engineering/CS) · $167,000
Combines deep technical knowledge with sales skills to sell complex technology products, providing technical validation…
Sales Engineers
Bachelor's Degree · $121,520
Sell business goods or services, the selling of which requires a technical background equivalent to a baccalaureate…
Sales Managers
Bachelor's Degree · $138,060
Plan, direct, or coordinate the actual distribution or movement of a product or service to the customer. Coordinate…
Sales Operations Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $95,000
Optimize sales processes, strategies, and technology to enhance efficiency and effectiveness by analyzing sales data,…
Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products
High School Diploma · $66,780
Sell goods for wholesalers or manufacturers to businesses or groups of individuals. Work requires substantial knowledge…
Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products
Bachelor's Degree · $100,070
Sell goods for wholesalers or manufacturers where technical or scientific knowledge is required in such areas as…
Sales Trader
Bachelor's in Finance / Economics / Business · $210,000
Combines trading and sales functions; executes client trades while providing market insights and trading ideas.
Sales Trainer
Bachelor's degree · $75,000
Develops and delivers training programs to sales teams, focusing on product knowledge, sales techniques, and customer…
Salesforce Developer / Architect
Bachelor's degree · $140,000
Develops custom applications and integrations on the Salesforce platform using Apex, Lightning Web Components, and…
SAP ABAP Developer
Bachelor's Degree · $110,000
Develops, modifies, and maintains SAP applications using ABAP programming language to meet business requirements.
SAP Basis Administrator
Bachelor's in Computer Science, IT, or Systems Administration · $110,000
Manages SAP system infrastructure including installation, configuration, performance tuning, security, transport…
SAP BW/BI Consultant (Business Warehouse)
Bachelor's in Computer Science, IT, or Business Analytics · $118,000
Designs and implements SAP Business Warehouse and Business Intelligence solutions including data modeling, ETL…
SAP Consultant
Bachelor's Degree · $100,000
Implement, configure, and optimize SAP software solutions by analyzing client business processes, identifying gaps, and…
SAP Developer / ABAP Engineer
Bachelor's degree · $130,000
Develops and customizes SAP enterprise systems using ABAP, SAP Fiori, and SAP HANA, building business-critical…
SAP FICO Consultant (Finance & Controlling)
Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, or IT; SAP FICO certification required · $120,000
Configures and implements SAP Financial Accounting and Controlling modules to support general ledger, accounts…
SAP Functional Consultant (MM/SD/PP/WM)
Bachelor's in Business, IT, or Engineering; SAP certification required · $115,000
Configures and customizes SAP modules including Materials Management, Sales & Distribution, Production Planning, and…
SAP Integration Specialist (PI/PO/CPI)
Bachelor's in Computer Science, IT, or Software Engineering · $120,000
Designs and implements SAP integration solutions using Process Integration, Process Orchestration, and Cloud Platform…
SAP Program Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $130,000
Manages the overall planning, execution, and delivery of SAP implementation projects. This involves coordinating…
SAP Project Manager
Bachelor's in Business, IT, or Engineering; PMP and SAP certifications preferred · $130,000
Manages end-to-end SAP implementation and upgrade projects including scope definition, resource planning, timeline…
SAP SuccessFactors Consultant (HCM)
Bachelor's in HR, IT, or Business; SAP SuccessFactors certification required · $115,000
Implements and configures SAP SuccessFactors cloud HCM modules including Employee Central, Recruiting, Performance, and…
SAP Technical Consultant
Bachelor"s degree · $105,000
Designs, develops, and implements SAP solutions, customizing modules, integrating systems, and providing technical…
Scala Backend Developer
Bachelor's in Computer Science / Related Field · $148,000
Develops scalable backend systems using Scala; works with functional programming and distributed systems.
Scenic Designer / Set Designer
Bachelor's degree (Scenic Design/Theater; MFA strongly valued) · $58,000
Designs the physical environment of theatrical productions, creating set designs through models, renderings, and…
School Administrator
Master's Degree · $95,000
Oversees the daily operations, academic programs, and staff management within an educational institution, ensuring a…
School Counselor
Master's Degree · $60,000
Guides students through academic, social, and emotional development. Provides support, resources, and interventions to…
Science Communicator / Science Writer
Bachelor's in Science + Journalism/Communication; Master's preferred · $62,000
Translates complex scientific research into accessible content for public audiences through journalism, social media,…
Scientific Editor
Bachelor's Degree · $85,000
Ensures the clarity, accuracy, and integrity of scientific publications by reviewing, editing, and refining manuscripts…
Scientific Illustrator / Medical Illustrator
Master's in Medical Illustration (accredited program) · $78,000
Creates accurate visual representations of scientific and medical concepts for publications, textbooks, patient…
Screenwriter
Bachelor's Degree · $75,000
Craft compelling narratives and dialogue for film, television, and other visual media, transforming ideas into detailed…
Scriptwriter (Video / Podcast / Brand Films)
Bachelor's in Film, Communications, Creative Writing, or English; portfolio/reel essential · $72,000
Writes scripts for brand videos, explainer animations, podcast episodes, webinars, and brand films, structuring…
Scriptwriter (Video/Motion)
Bachelor's Degree in Writing, Film, or Communications · $75,000
Writes scripts for video, motion, and interactive media. Develops compelling narratives and dialogue for production.
Scrum Master / Agile Coach
Bachelor's degree · $115,000
Facilitates agile ceremonies, removes impediments for engineering teams, coaches on agile best practices, and drives…
Sculptor
Bachelor's Degree · $55,000
Shapes and combines materials such as clay, metal, stone, or wood to create three-dimensional artworks, often conveying…
SDET (Software Development Engineer in Test)
Bachelor's Degree · $110,000
Designs, develops, and maintains automated test frameworks and tools to ensure software quality and reliability.
Search Engineer (Elasticsearch/Solr)
Bachelor's in Computer Science / Related Field · $170,000
Specializes in search technologies; implements full-text search and analytics.
Search Marketing Strategists
Bachelor's Degree · $81,270
Employ search marketing tactics to increase visibility and engagement with content, products, or services in…