Careers that need a college degree
One thousand seven hundred and ninety-three 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 34 of 36 for careers that need a college degree.
1793 careers in Careers that need a college degree, page 34 of 36
Talent Acquisition Partner
Bachelor's Degree · $75,000
Identify, attract, and hire top talent by collaborating with hiring managers, developing recruitment strategies,…
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $88,000
Lead end-to-end recruiting for specialized, senior, or high-volume roles by developing targeted sourcing strategies,…
Talent Agent
Bachelor's Degree · $90,000
Represents and promotes artists, performers, or athletes to secure employment and negotiate contracts. Cultivates…
Talent Directors
Bachelor's Degree · $70,950
Audition and interview performers to select most appropriate talent for parts in stage, television, radio, or motion…
Talent Experience Designer
Bachelor's Degree · $115,000
Apply human-centered design principles to redesign talent processes including recruiting, onboarding, performance…
Talent Intelligence Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $105,000
Gather, analyze, and synthesize external talent market data to inform recruiting strategy, workforce planning, and…
Talent Management Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $80,000
Develops and implements strategies to attract, develop, motivate, and retain high-performing employees. Designs and…
Talent Manager / Artist Manager
Bachelor's degree (Business/Entertainment Management/Music Business) · $72,000
Guides the career strategy of performing artists, athletes, or entertainers, managing bookings, contract negotiations,…
Talent Marketplace Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $122,000
Design and manage an internal talent marketplace platform that enables employees to discover internal opportunities,…
Talent Scout
Bachelor's degree · $70,000
Identifies, evaluates, and recruits individuals with specific talents or skills for organizations, often in sports,…
Tax Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $71,000
Oversee tax compliance, planning, and strategy for an organization, ensuring adherence to tax laws and minimizing…
Tech Lead
Bachelor's in Computer Science / Related Field · $175,000
Leads technical direction of a team; mentors engineers and makes architectural decisions.
Technical / Chartist Analyst
Bachelor's in Finance, Math, or Economics; CMT (Chartered Market Technician) certification · $95,000
Analyzes price charts, trading volume, and technical indicators to identify trading patterns and generate buy/sell…
Technical Account Manager (TAM)
Bachelor's degree (CS/Engineering) · $130,000
Serves as the primary technical point of contact for enterprise customers post-sale, ensuring successful product…
Technical Artist
Bachelor's Degree · $90,000
Integrates artistic content into game engines, bridging the gap between creative and programming teams. Develops tools…
Technical Artist (XR)
Bachelor's Degree · $95,000
Bridge the gap between art and technology in XR development by optimizing assets, developing tools, and implementing…
Technical Consultant
Bachelor's degree · $105,000 - $135,000
Technical Consultants advise clients on how to best use technology to meet their business objectives. They analyze…
Technical Content Writer (B2B / SaaS)
Bachelor's in English, CS, Engineering, or Marketing; technical background or domain expertise essential · $82,000
Translates complex technical concepts into clear, engaging content for B2B and SaaS audiences, producing developer…
Technical Director (VFX)
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or VFX · $105,000
Bridges art and technology in VFX production. Develops tools, pipelines, and technical solutions for complex VFX…
Technical Lead
Bachelor's Degree · $150,000
Leads software development teams, architects technical solutions, and ensures the delivery of high-quality, scalable…
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…
Territory Sales Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $100,000
Manages sales activities within a specific geographic territory to achieve sales targets.
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…
Theatre Director
Bachelor's Degree · $80,000
Interpret and stage theatrical productions by guiding actors, designers, and production teams to realise a unified…
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…