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 31 of 33 for careers that need a college degree.
1612 careers in Careers that need a college degree, page 31 of 33
Technical Program Manager (Space)
Bachelor's Degree · $130,000
Manages complex technical programs within the space industry, overseeing project lifecycles from conception to…
Technical Program Manager (TPM)
Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering · $165,000
Coordinates complex, cross-functional technical programs spanning multiple engineering teams, managing dependencies,…
Technical Support Engineer
Bachelor's in IT, Computer Science, or related field · $78,000
Provides advanced technical troubleshooting and support for software or hardware products, diagnosing complex issues…
Technical Trainer
Bachelor's Degree · $75,000
Technical Trainers educate individuals and groups on the use of technology products, software, or systems. They develop…
Technical Writer / Documentation Engineer
Bachelor's degree (English/CS/Technical Communication) · $100,000
Creates and maintains technical documentation for software products including API references, developer guides,…
Technical Writers
Associate's Degree · $91,670
Write technical materials, such as equipment manuals, appendices, or operating and maintenance instructions. May assist…
Technology Consultant
Bachelor's degree · $105,000
Technology Consultants advise organizations on how to best use information technology to achieve their business…
Technology Journalist / Tech Reporter
Bachelor's in Journalism, Computer Science, or Technology-related field · $65,000
Covers the technology industry including startups, big tech companies, AI, cybersecurity, and digital culture,…
Technology Transfer Officer
Master's or Ph.D. in Science + Business/Law knowledge · $85,000
Manages the commercialization of university and research institute inventions, evaluating disclosures, filing patents,…
Tenant Representative / Tenant Advisor
Bachelor's in Business, Finance, or Real Estate; real estate license required · $88,000
Exclusively represents commercial tenants in lease negotiations, site selection, and workplace strategy, ensuring…
Test Engineer (Physical Products)
Bachelor's degree (Mechanical/Electrical Engineering) · $90,000
Designs and executes physical testing programs for products and components, including environmental, mechanical,…
Textile Artist
Bachelor's Degree · $78,000
Creates original designs and patterns for fabrics and other textile products, blending artistic vision with technical…
Textile Designer
Bachelor's Degree · $60,000
Textile designers create patterns, prints, and structures for woven, knitted, printed, or embellished fabrics. They…
Textile Designer / Surface Pattern Designer
Bachelor's degree (Textile Design/Surface Design/Fine Arts) · $62,000
Creates patterns, prints, and textures for fabrics, wallpaper, ceramics, and other surfaces, combining artistic…
Texture Artist
Bachelor's Degree · $75,000
Create surface details and visual properties for 3D models, characters, and environments in video games, films, and…
Theatrical Costume Designer
Bachelor's degree (Costume Design/Fashion; MFA strongly valued) · $55,000
Designs costumes for theater, opera, dance, and film productions, researching period styles, creating sketches and…
Theatrical Lighting Designer
Bachelor's degree (Theater Design/Lighting; MFA strongly valued) · $58,000
Designs lighting for theatrical productions, dance, opera, and live events, creating visual atmospheres that support…
Theatrical Sound Designer
Bachelor's degree (Theater/Sound Design; MFA valued) · $55,000
Designs the sonic environment for theatrical productions including sound effects, ambient soundscapes, music playback,…
Thermal / Heat Transfer Engineer
Bachelor's degree (Mechanical Engineering; Master's valued) · $105,000
Analyzes and designs thermal management systems for electronics, aerospace, automotive, and industrial applications,…
Thermal Energy Storage Engineer
Master's Degree · $125,000
Design and optimize thermal energy storage systems including molten salt, chilled water, ice storage, and phase change…
Think Tank Senior Fellow
Doctorate · Around $120,000
Conduct in-depth research, analyze policy issues, and contribute to public discourse through publications,…
Thought Leadership Strategist / Executive Ghostwriter
Bachelor's in Journalism, Communications, English, or PR; strong writing portfolio essential · $95,000
Develops and executes thought leadership programs for executives and brands, ghostwriting articles, LinkedIn posts,…
Threat Intelligence Analyst
Bachelor's in Cybersecurity, Intelligence Studies, or IT; GIAC GCTI, CTIA certifications · $98,000
Collects, analyzes, and disseminates cyber threat intelligence from open-source, commercial, and classified feeds,…
Tooling Engineer
Bachelor's degree (Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering) · $88,000
Designs and develops tooling, jigs, fixtures, molds, and dies for manufacturing processes, optimizing tool life,…
Tools Developer
Bachelor's Degree · $115,000
Develops and maintains software tools that enhance developer productivity, automate workflows, and improve the overall…
Tools Programmer
Bachelor's Degree · $110,000
Develops and maintains software tools used in game development, ensuring efficient workflows for artists, designers,…
Total Rewards Director
Bachelor's Degree · $193,898
Develops and executes comprehensive compensation and benefits strategies to attract, motivate, and retain top talent,…
Toy / Game Product Designer
Bachelor's degree (Industrial Design/Product Design) · $72,000
Designs physical toys, board games, and play products for children and adults, combining creativity, child development…
Trade Compliance / Surveillance Analyst
Bachelor's in Finance, Law, or Business; Series 7/63 helpful; SIE valued · $88,000
Monitors trading activity for potential market abuse, insider trading, and regulatory violations, managing surveillance…
Trade Compliance Specialist
Bachelor's in International Business, Political Science, or Law · $82,000
Manages trade compliance activities including export controls, sanctions screening, denied party checks, and trade…
Traffic Engineer
Bachelor's degree (Civil Engineering) · $92,000
Designs and optimizes traffic flow, signal systems, intersection geometry, and transportation safety improvements for…
Training & Development Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $115,000
Lead the design, development, and delivery of organizational learning and development programs that build employee…
Training and Development Managers
Bachelor's Degree · $127,090
Plan, direct, or coordinate the training and development activities and staff of an organization.
Training and Development Specialists
Bachelor's Degree · $65,850
Design or conduct work-related training and development programs to improve individual skills or organizational…
Transportation Electrification Planner
Bachelor's Degree · $100,000
Develop comprehensive transportation electrification strategies for municipalities, transit agencies, and fleet…
Transportation Engineers
Bachelor's Degree · $134,830
Develop plans for surface transportation projects, according to established engineering standards and state or federal…
Transportation Inspectors
High school diploma or equivalent · $85,750
Inspect equipment or goods in connection with the safe transport of cargo or people. Includes rail transportation…
Transportation Manager
Bachelor's in Logistics, Business, or Transportation Management · $92,000
Manages transportation operations including carrier selection, rate negotiation, route optimization, and compliance to…
Transportation Planners
Bachelor's Degree · $64,910
Prepare studies for proposed transportation projects. Gather, compile, and analyze data. Study the use and operation of…
Transportation Procurement Specialist
Bachelor's in Supply Chain, Business, or Logistics · $75,000
Sources and procures transportation services through competitive bidding, contract negotiation, and market analysis to…
Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers
High school diploma or equivalent · $102,010
Plan, direct, or coordinate transportation, storage, or distribution activities in accordance with organizational…
Treasurers and Controllers
Bachelor's Degree · $108,390
Direct financial activities, such as planning, procurement, and investments for all or part of an organization.
Treasury Manager
Bachelor's in Finance / Accounting (MBA preferred) · $130,000
Manages treasury function for a corporation; oversees cash management, liquidity, and banking relationships.
Treasury Risk Manager
Bachelor's in Finance / Risk Management / Business · $110,000
Manages treasury risks including interest rate, currency, credit, and liquidity risks.
Trend Forecaster / Futurist
Master's in Futures Studies, Design, Sociology, or Strategic Foresight · $92,000
Identifies and analyzes emerging cultural, technological, and consumer trends to forecast future market shifts,…
Tribal Government Leader / Tribal CEO
Bachelor's degree (MPA/JD valued) · $120,000
Leads the executive functions of a tribal government or tribal enterprise, managing sovereign nation affairs, economic…
TV News Anchor / Presenter
Bachelor's in Journalism, Broadcasting, or Communications · $72,000
Presents live news broadcasts on television, delivering scripts, conducting interviews, and providing breaking news…
TV News Producer
Bachelor's in Journalism, Broadcasting, or Communications · $58,000
Produces television news programs by selecting stories, writing scripts, managing rundowns, coordinating live elements,…
TV News Reporter / Field Reporter
Bachelor's in Journalism or Broadcasting · $52,000
Reports live and recorded news stories from the field for television broadcasts, conducting interviews, writing…
TypeScript / Node.js Developer (Senior)
Bachelor's degree · $130,000
Develops server-side applications and APIs using TypeScript and Node.js, building scalable backend services, real-time…