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Explore careers across software, engineering, science, math and the skilled trades, and find the one that fits your interests, strengths and goals.

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No degree needed: careers that need little or some preparation (O*NET Job Zones 1–2), or medium preparation (Zone 3) with an apprenticeship, certification or portfolio route.

35 careers

Data Analyst

Collect, clean and analyze data to answer business questions.

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Data Scientist

Build statistical and machine learning models that predict outcomes from data.

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Software Developer

Design, write, test and maintain software applications.

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UI Developer

Build the screens, forms and interactions of websites in HTML, CSS and JavaScript.

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Cybersecurity Engineer

Protect networks, applications and data from attacks and security breaches.

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Systems Analyst

Study an organization's computer systems and specify improvements for engineers to build.

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Database Administrator

Install, secure, back up and tune the databases that store company data.

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Cloud Engineer

Build and run the servers, networks and storage on AWS, Azure or GCP.

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Mobile Developer

Build and maintain apps for iOS and Android phones and tablets.

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Back-End Developer

Write the server code, APIs and databases that web and mobile apps call.

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QA / Test Engineer

Test software to find bugs and write automated checks that catch regressions.

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Data Engineer

Build the pipelines that collect, clean and store data for analysis.

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IT Support Specialist

Troubleshoot and fix computers, software, accounts and network problems for users.

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Video Game Designer

Create the rules, levels and systems that define how a game plays.

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UI/UX Designer

Design how apps and websites look, flow and respond to users.

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IT Project Manager

Plan and run technology projects so they finish on schedule and budget.

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Technical Trainer

Teach employees and customers how to use software, tools and systems.

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Computer Science Teacher

Teach programming and computer science in high schools or colleges.

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Civil Engineer

Design and oversee construction of roads, bridges, buildings and water systems.

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Mechanical Engineer

Design, build and test machines, engines and mechanical devices.

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Electrical Engineer

Design and test electrical equipment, from power systems to circuit boards.

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Biochemist

Study the chemical and physical processes inside living cells.

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Biological Technician

Set up and run laboratory experiments for biologists and medical researchers.

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Chemist

Analyze substances and develop new compounds, materials and products.

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Physicist

Study matter, energy and forces through experiments, theory and simulation.

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Materials Scientist

Research and develop metals, polymers, ceramics and composites for new products.

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Statistician

Design surveys and experiments and analyze the resulting data.

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Actuary

Calculate the financial risk of insurance, pension and investment plans.

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Operations Research Analyst

Build mathematical models that find the best schedules, routes and resource plans.

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Electrician

Install, maintain and repair wiring and electrical systems in buildings.

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