Great news, job seekers! The latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows there are over 7 million job openings across the country[1]. And a whole lot of these jobs are “entry level” positions.
Of course, maybe you have a decade or more in the workforce and an entry level job is no interest to you…
But today, we’re going to show you why you should at least consider switching careers and applying for an entry level job.
Why? Well, they’re not only in demand, but they can pay pretty good and lead you down a new path to a great long-term career.
The best part is, some of the entry level jobs we’ll share with you today may not require you to have a four year college degree, and some of these jobs will be around for a long time, no matter what jobs artificial intelligence replaces.
Now, get this: a recent article from Intelligent.com says 38% of employers avoid hiring recent college grads, with 58% of them saying recent grads are unprepared for the workforce.[2]
So, if you’re an adult who already has job experience and knows how to come prepared for work every day, you could already have a leg-up on recent college grads, no matter what your education level is.
Now, we did say that some of the jobs you’ll see below don’t require a four year degree, and that’s true. But, as you’re about to see, some of them will require either trade school or apprenticeship, vocational training, licensing or certifications.
However, none of those types of education take four years, like college typically does. In fact, some trade school programs can be completed in just a few months. And you can get some licenses even faster.
The important thing to remember is the demand. These are not only jobs that are available right now but many of them will likely be in demand well into the future.
So, let’s get to them!
Yahoo Finance calls them “25 Entry-Level High Paying Jobs with Low/No Experience.” In no particular order, our top favorites are:[3]
Entry-level police officer: Average base salary is $72,042
Electrician: Average base salary is $65,280
Real estate agent: Average base salary is $96,602
Customer service rep: Average base salary is $59,380
Video editor: Average base salary is $50,425
Life insurance agent: Average base salary is $66,999
Plumber: Average base salary is $65,190
Telemarketer: Average base salary is $80,484
Occupational therapist assistant: Average base salary is $66,280
Carpenter: Average base salary is $58,210
TSA screener: Average base salary is $48,520
Medical records transcriptionist: Average base salary is $50,231
Language translator/interpreter: Average base salary is $58,400
Freelance writer: Average base salary is $59,402
Machine operator: Average base salary is $64,005
Proofreader: Average base salary is $58,715
Virtual assistant: Average base salary is $74,837
IT technician: Average base salary is $51,417
While all of the above jobs are entry-level, when you put in the time and work your way up, they can become very good careers. Take entry-level police officer, for example. While the average base salary is already a strong $70k+, the average base for a police sergeant is over $86K.[4]
And, after retirement, a lot of police forces offer pensions. Meaning you can continue to get paid in your later years, after you’ve called it a career.
Now, if any of the high paying entry level jobs above interest you, head on over to our homepage at www.FindYourJobNow.com and enter the name of the job, and where it is you want to work.
You’ll see all the opportunities in your area.
However, if you are interested in getting one of these entry-level jobs, but don’t have the qualifications yet, visit our friends over at SchoolMatchPro.com. They can help you out with finding a great program that fits your needs; whether it’s an online bachelor’s degree, trade or vocational program, or even certificate or licensing programs.
With over 7 million great jobs available today, now’s the time to consider finding a new one. Even if it means completely switching careers for an entry-level position.
[1] Job Openings and Labor Turnover Summary - 2024 M12 Results
[2] Nearly 4 in 10 employers avoid hiring recent college grads in favor of older workers - Intelligent
[3] 25 Entry-Level High Paying Jobs With Low/No Experience
[4] Police Sergeant Salary, Hourly Rate (February, 2025) in the United States | Salary.com