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From military to civilian: Career options with projected fast growth that pay well

| November 2024

For transitioning from the military, these fast-growing, well-paid civilian occupations merit a closer look.

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Education level and projected openings, 2023–33

Do you have a graduate degree, no diploma, or something in between? No matter your education, this article can help guide your career decision-making.

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Education level and projected openings, 2022–32

Which occupations are expected to have many openings for new entrants? This article breaks it down by education level.

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Journey-level ironworker

Journey-level ironworker image For Aaron Lussier, structural ironwork provides structure to a life in recovery—which includes building a future.

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The economy and labor force, projected 2023–33: Continuing slow growth

Find out how changes in the labor force are expected to affect growth of the economy over the decade.

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Biomedical equipment technician

Biomedical equipment technician image Keeping lifesaving medical equipment running is a full-time job. And to Maggie Berkey, it’s the “coolest ever.”

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