Top 5 Industries for Entry-Level Jobs

Posted by: Louis Lavelle on September 15

The monster-size job board, MonsterTRAK.com, today released is top five industries for entry-level employment. The list is based on postings for entry-level jobs on MonsterTRAK.com and shows a major shift toward the medical and educational sectors. Mark Charnock, vice president and general manager summed things up nicely:

As the medical and educational sectors continue to add jobs, as well as expand online recruitment efforts, we expect their need for qualified applicants to outpace other white-collar industries that previously dominated year-over-year growth such as the slowing financial and business sectors. Because the majority of industries, regardless of the sector, will continue to face a shortage of talent generationally, many employers are looking to attract entry-level candidates by offering long-term growth potential and other perks. This remains good news for students who are undecided about a degree path, as well as recent graduates and young professionals still looking for their first opportunity.

Here's the list:

#1 - Sales and Business Development: Accounting for almost a quarter of all postings for entry-level workers, Sales and Business Development includes jobs in account management, real estate, advertising and field sales.

#2 - Accounting and Finance: Despite a downturn in the mortgage and loan sectors, this category accounts for almost 15 percent of postings, with employers seeking entry-level candidates for accounting, financial analysis, consulting and administration positions.

#3 - Training and Instruction: Education-related opportunities, including special education and junior high school teachers, college administrators, counselors and adult education specialists, increased more than 90 percent year-over-year.

#4 - Information Technology and Software Development: The most popular jobs in this industry include web and software design, consulting, online security systems, computer maintenance and help desk support.

#5 - Medical and Health: This category outpaced all others with growth of 200 percent year-over-year. Nurses, dental practitioners, pharmacists, physical and occupational therapists, and general practice physicians are the most highly sought.